Nynke Jacobs Psychology is based in Victoria Australia and offers therapy sessions through Telehealth (online using video link), Telephone or Email. As the sessions are conducted online, everyone in Australia as well as outside of Australia can access my services.
Fees
Our session fee is currently set on $240 Australian dollar for a 50-minutes consultation. Please note that the recommended fee by the Australian Psychology Society for a 45–60-minute session is $300.
Referral from your GP
You do not need a referral to see a psychologist, however if you are in Australia, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate. At Nynke Jacobs Psychology I provide therapy sessions under the Medicare Benefits Schedule.
With a referral from your GP, you are eligible for a rebate of $141.85 per session and pay $98.15 out of pocket costs, for up to 10 sessions per calendar year. It is up to your GP to determine if you are eligible for a mental health care plan. You will need to book an appointment with your GP to discuss, and they will then make the referral on your behalf.
Other Reimbursements
Therapy at Nynke Jacobs Psychology is, in addition to reimbursement from Medicare and private health insurers in Australia, more and more often reimbursed from international health, travel and expat insurance policies and / or from employers. Please be advised to contact your insurer directly to get up to date information about their rebate schedule.
I am registered to offer services through TAC (Transport Accident Commission) and WorkSafe.
Concession Rates
Please contact Nynke Jacobs Psychology if you are a full-time student, pensioner or on a health card to discuss the possibility of reduced rates.
Letter and Report Writing
Please note that requests for letters or reports are usually charged at the hourly rate, however this may increase depending on the type of report required. If you wish for me to conduct a formal assessment, or act as an advocate, or write a letter or report, additional agreements to the terms and conditions are required. Please discuss requests for letters, reports, or forms with me.
Cancellation Fees
If for some reason you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please provide more than 48 hours notice. Fees apply for cancellations made within the 48 hours prior to a counselling appointment.
Medicare rebates are not available for late cancellations.
0 -24 hours notice: Full fee charged
24- 48 hours notice: 50% of fee charged
More than 48 hours notice: No fee charged