You do not need a referral to see a psychologists. However, if you do have a referral from a paediatrician, psychiatrist, or GP, you can claim a Medicare rebate. You may be eligible for 6-10 sessions per calendar year depending on your presenting concerns. If you are referred by a doctor, we will write back to the doctor after the initial consultation, 6th session and 10th session. You will need to return to the doctor for a re-referral after the 6th session. Rebates cannot be claimed for the 7th session without a re-referral.

To make an appointment please call 0474 136 143, email info@hlmp.com.au or complete the online enquire form. Healthy Little Minds Psychology will then be in contact with you to discuss your needs and book an appointment.

The first session is a parent-only session, unless otherwise discussed. This allows for a thorough child and family history to be taken and an open discussion about your concerns. You will have an opportunity to talk about what has led you to seek psychological services for your child, how you are hoping we can help and develop a plan and treatment goals for your child.

Initial sessions with your child will focus on gaining a shared understanding of their presenting concerns, establishing rapport and developing a treatment plan. Treatment with children usually involves their parents. This may include attending sessions with your child, attending at the start and end of your child’s sessions to provide an update and debrief on your child’s sessions and attending parent-only sessions. This phase may also include observations of your child in their education or childcare setting and/or liaising with teachers and other relevant professionals.

The recommended length and frequency of sessions vary depending on the presenting concern and many other factors. Healthy Little Minds Psychology will consult openly with you during the initial session and regularly throughout treatment to establish and review your child’s schedule of appointments and progress.

It is best to be upfront and honest when talking to your child about therapy. This can help set up a positive and trusting relationship between your child and their psychologist. We suggest telling your child about what a psychologist is and does and using language and concepts that are developmentally appropriate to their age. This may be as simple as, "a psychologist is someone who helps with feelings or behaviour".

Prior to the first session, an email will be sent to you with a link to complete an intake and consent form. This will need to be completed before the session. If you have a referral from a GP, Paediatrician, or Psychiatrist, please ensure you have provided a copy of this before the session. Please also provide a copy of any prior assessment, reports, letters, and/or documents that may be relevant to providing an understanding of your child and their needs.

This will vary considerably depending on the age of your child, the presenting concerns and the treatment goals. In most cases, your child will attend sessions on their own and feedback will be provided to parents at the end of the session, however, this is very individual for each child and their situation. Your psychologist will discuss the suitability of you being in the session with your child. Our aim is to have a collaborative approach and work together as a team.

A standard consultation is 50 minutes including parent or carer feedback.

A telehealth service is a psychological therapy service that is delivered via video conference where both a visual and audio link has been established between a client and their treating allied health professional. Telehealth services can be delivered by psychologists, social workers and occupational therapists that are registered with Medicare. Telehealth sessions are currently eligible for Medicare rebates. Alternatively, you can use NDIS self-managed funds. For private health insurance rebates for telehealth sessions please check with your provider.

Unfortunately, we do not offer bulk billing. Payment is due on the day of each service.

Should you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, a minimum of 48 hours notice is required to avoid a cancellation fee. Cancellation fees will automatically be deducted on the day of service via stored credit card. Cancellations can be completed by emailing info@hlmp.com.au or calling 0474 136 143. 

The following cancellation fees apply at Healthy Little Minds Psychology:

• 0 - 24 hours notice: 100% of fee

• 24 - 48 hours notice: 50% of fee