No, anyone can self-refer to see a clinical psychologist.

However, you will need a referral to access certain rebates or funding providers (e.g. Medicare, WorkCover, Private Health).

The easiest way for new clients to check on availability or book an appointment is to email admin@withampsychology.com.au. We aim to respond to emails within 3 business days.

Witham Psychology endeavours to keep their session charge below that which is recommended by the Australian Psychological Society ($318 per hour). In certain circumstances, fees for psychological therapy and supervision may be negotiated on an individual basis.

Please note that our fee schedule is reviewed in January of each calendar year and fees may be increased to reflect the APS recommended Schedule of Fees, which is published in July of each year.

The fee structure for 2025 is outlined below:

The fee of an initial clinical psychology consultation is $285 (usually around 70 minutes).

The cost of a subsequent clinical psychology consultation (usually around 50 minutes) is $250.

For clients referred under a Mental Health Care Plan (eligible for a maximum of 10 rebated sessions per calendar year), $145.25 can be claimed back from Medicare.

For clients not eligible for Medicare rebates, private health fund rebates may be available – check with your health fund if applicable.

For clients referred under WorkCover, fees are billed in accordance with the current WorkCover Allied Health Service Table of Costs. WorkCover payments can be billed directly to WorkCover, provided they have approved psychology sessions in advance. If WorkCover are still assessing your claim, you may be required to pay fees upfront, which will be rebated directly to you by WorkCover upon approval of your claim.

Please check with your GP or Psychiatrist if you are eligible for any of the following.

Medicare Rebates - Clinical Psychologist

​With a valid “Mental Health Care Plan” from your GP or Psychiatrist you can receive a Medicare rebate of $145.25 per session, for up to 10 sessions each calendar year.

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Chronic Disease Management Plan With a valid “Chronic Disease Management Plan” from your GP:

• you can receive a Medicare rebate of $61.80 for a maximum of 5 sessions per calendar year. Check with your doctor if you are eligible.

Private Health Funding

If you have Private Health Cover, you may qualify for a rebate through your Private Health fund. Speak directly with your fund to determine your eligibility. ​

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WorkCover Queensland

Dr Merryn Witham is registered with Work Cover Queensland as an approved allied health provider. If your claim has been approved, services can be directly billed to WorkCover Queensland in line with their current schedule of fees.

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Please note that you cannot claim both Medicare and Private Health rebates on the same session.