Mental Health Treatment Plans
A Mental Health Treatment Plan is the usual first step towards Medicare rebates for psychology sessions. This page explains what a plan is, how to get one and how it works with our practice.
What is a Mental Health Treatment Plan?
A Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP), formerly called a Mental Health Care Plan, is a structured plan your GP prepares under the Better Access initiative. It typically includes an assessment of your mental health, treatment goals, the types of therapy or services recommended, and the roles of the health professionals involved in your care.
A plan supports coordinated care and may allow you to access Medicare rebates for sessions with registered providers such as psychologists. As part of the plan, your GP may provide a referral for psychological services, which may make you eligible for Medicare rebates on psychology sessions. Read more about our fees and Medicare rebates.
Can I see a psychologist without a plan?
Yes. You can book with us without a referral and attend as a private client. However, Medicare rebates are only available with a GP referral.
How do I get a Mental Health Treatment Plan?
Make an appointment with your GP and discuss your mental health concerns openly.
Your GP will assess whether a plan is appropriate and, if so, prepare it with you and set treatment goals.
Your GP can then refer you for psychological support.
Check with your GP's clinic when you book to confirm what you'll need, including whether a longer appointment is required.
How many sessions can Medicare rebates cover?
With a referral for psychological support under a Mental Health Treatment Plan, rebates may be available for an initial 6 sessions, with up to 10 sessions per calendar year. Your GP may need to review your progress before further sessions are referred. See Fees and Medicare rebates for our current fee and the current rebate for sessions under a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Already have a plan or referral?
Make an enquiry and our team will talk you through the next steps. You can also learn more about Georgia and her approach.
Need to give your GP our details? Our referral details are on Georgia's profile page, and you're welcome to share the link with your GP.
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