Appointment Fees
Currently Accepting New Clients – No Waiting List
Diaita Psychology welcomes new clients for face-to-face appointments in Cairns and telehealth appointments across Australia.
Psychological support is available for children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties and related concerns, as well as children, adolescents and adults experiencing eating disorders, including ARFID.
Appointments are currently available without a waiting list.
To enquire about an appointment or make a referral, please contact hello@diaitapsychology.com.au.
Psychology Fees and Medicare Rebates
A standard psychology appointment is $220 (50 minutes).
Clients with an eligible Mental Health Treatment Plan and valid referral may receive a Medicare rebate of $101.55, reducing the out-of-pocket cost to $118.45 per session.
Private appointments are available without a referral.
Eligible clients may also access Medicare-funded psychological treatment under an Eating Disorder Treatment and Management Plan or Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Medicare rebates depend on eligibility, the service provided and the applicable Medicare item number.
Payment: is due at the time of the appointment. You can pay by EFT (Electric Funds Transfer) or use STRIPE online.
Cancellations: Appointments cancelled or rescheduled with less than 24 hours’ notice, or not attended, incur the full session fee. Medicare and private health rebates do not apply to cancellation fees. Exceptional circumstances may be considered.
Mental Health Treatment Plan
Eligible clients can access Medicare rebates for up to 10 individual psychology sessions per calendar year with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral from a GP, paediatrician, or psychiatrist.
To access a Medicare rebate:
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Book an appointment with your GP, psychiatrist or paediatrician.
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Ask whether a Mental Health Treatment Plan is appropriate.
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Request a referral to Diaita Psychology.
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Send your referral before your first appointment.
Rebates are generally processed after payment of the full consultation fee. Your referring practitioner can review your progress and determine whether further sessions are appropriate within Medicare requirements.
Please speak with your GP or treating specialist to determine whether an Eating Disorder Treatment and Management Plan is appropriate for you or your child.
Medicare Rebates Available
Eating Disorder Treatment and Management Plan
Eligible clients with an Eating Disorder Treatment and Management Plan may access Medicare rebates for up to 40 psychological treatment sessions over a 12-month period through an Eating Disorder Treatment and Management Plan.
Psychological treatment is generally provided in courses of up to 10 sessions, with reviews required to access further sessions.
A specialist review by a psychiatrist or paediatrician is required after the first 20 psychological treatment sessions if further treatment is needed.
Kerryn accepts Medicare Treatment Plans as a Psychologist, but not as a Dietitian.
Please ensure that your referral is for a Registered Psychologist.
Can I use NDIS Funding for Psychology Sessions?
Diaita Psychology welcomes self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.
Psychological support is available for children, adolescents and adults where services are appropriate to the participant's disability-related needs and NDIS funding arrangements.
Appointments are available face-to-face in Cairns and via telehealth across Australia.
Support coordinators, plan managers, participants and families are welcome to contact Diaita Psychology to discuss referrals and appointment availability.
Currently accepting new referrals with no waiting list.
Referrals
For parents and caregivers
For GPs and other health professionals
You are welcome to contact Diaita Psychology directly to discuss whether our services may be suitable for yourself, your child or adolescent.
A referral is not required to attend privately, however, if you wish to claim a Medicare rebate, please speak with your GP or treating specialist about an appropriate referral and treatment plan before your first appointment.
Diaita Psychology welcomes referrals for children and adolescents requiring psychological support, as well as adults experiencing eating disorders, including ARFID.
Referrals are accepted from GPs, paediatricians, psychiatrists and other health professionals.
New referrals are currently being accepted, with no waiting list. Face-to-face appointments are available in Cairns, with telehealth appointments available across Australia where clinically appropriate.
Please send referrals to hello@diaitapsychology.com.au.
Frequently asked questions
Referral Process
Referrals from GPs and other health professionals are welcome. Please include relevant background information, the reason for referral, current concerns and any known risks or involved services.
Obtain and complete a referral via your GP or a medical professional.
Contact Diaita Psychology and email referral to hello@diaitapsychology.com.au
Once the referral has been received, we will reach out to discuss the next steps.