FAQ
DO I NEED TO SEE MY GP TO GET A REFERRAL OR A MENTAL HEALTH PLAN?
As a Counsellor, I cannot offer Medicare rebates or bulk bill, as counsellors do not sit within the Medicare scheme.
Whilst this means you cannot receive a Medicare rebate, it also means that you do not need any referrals to see me, and you are completely free to decide the number of sessions you want. My charges are similar to the average gap between the rebate and charge for a non-bulk-billing psychologist or psychiatrist.
Also, in order to receive a Medicare rebate, you must first see a GP and be diagnosed with a Mental Health condition. This becomes part of your permanent health record, whereas counselling remains completely confidential within the bounds of my privacy policy.
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DO YOU OFFERÂ SESSIONS OTHER THEN FACE TO FACE SESSIONS?
Yes. Holistic Healing Counselling offers Face to Face, Secure video and Phone sessions. Nationwide.
HOW LONG DOES EACH THERAPY SESSION TAKE AND WHAT WILL HAPPEN IN THE FIRST SESSION?
Commonly most therapy sessions are 1 hour. If we require extra time we can book a 90 minute session or if it is a Childs first session sometimes it is more appropriate to have a 30 minute initial session. (Rates will be adjusted)
Usually in the first session, I will get a bit of background knowledge and then discuss the reason you have come along to Counselling. At the end of the session we will talk about your goals/needs and you'll have an opportunity to book further sessions if you desire.