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The current Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi) recommended fee for a standard 40–60 minute consultation is $330. There is no need for a referral to meet a psychologist, however full payment is required at the time of your appointment (and a deposit is required for for first appointment). You may be eligible for private health insurance rebates. Medicare rebates are available for psychology patients referred by your GP with a GP Mental Health Care Plan, or by a psychiatrist or paediatrician. Please see our fees listed below:

Director / Principal Psychologist

Book an appointment with our experienced Director and Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Francene Hemingway 

Medicare

$ 119.75 After Rebate
  • For clients referred by their GP under a Mental Health Plan or by their Psychiatrist
  • See your GP to find out if you are eligible
  • Medicare Rebate $145.25 (2025/2026)

Private

$ 265
  • No GP or Doctor's referral requried
  • Typical appointments run for 50-60 minutes

Health Insurance

Varies
  • Varies according to your fund and level of cover
  • No GP or Doctor's referral required
  • Rebates are organised privately

"Healing occurs not just in the presence of others, but within ourselves, where the roots of our attachment needs intertwine with the nurturing soil of compassionate connections. It is in the delicate balance of giving and receiving, understanding and being understood, that we find the strength to heal and grow." - Dr. Francene Hemingway

Psychologist

Book an appointment with one of our experienced Psychologists

Medicare

$ 141.05 After Rebate
  • For clients referred by their GP under a Mental Health Plan or by their Psychiatrist
  • See your GP to find out if you are eligible
  • Medicare Rebate $98.95 (2025/2026)

Private

$ 240
  • No GP or Doctor's referral requried
  • Typical appointments run for 50-60 minutes

Health Insurance

Varies
  • Varies according to your fund and level of cover
  • No GP or Doctor's referral required
  • Rebates are organised privately

Neuroaffirming Brief Assessments

Healing Connections Psychology is now offering brief Neuroaffirming Assessments for our existing clients

Credit: @theneurodiversefamily

Adult Neurodivergent Assessments

Healing Connections Psychology now offers brief assessments for Adult ADHD, autism, and functional impact influenced by neurodiversity for existing clients. Tailored to emphasise individual strengths and deep understanding, our assessments are grounded in the belief that enhanced self-awareness empowers you to better meet your unique personal needs.

Please reach out to us if you are an existing client for pricing and further information.

HC IMAGE

Can't attend in person appointments?

Telehealth Appointments

Video conferencing (or phone) technology is available to support access to psychological services.  The standard fees outlined on this page apply for all telehealth appointments. Please contact us if you have any questions.

need to cancel?

Cancellation Policy

When you book an appointment, your psychologist reserves the entire hour exclusively for you. To secure your booking, a 50% deposit is taken at the time of scheduling and will be deducted from the total consultation fee of your first appointment.

We require a minimum of two full business days’ notice (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, excluding public holidays) to reschedule or cancel an appointment. This allows us to offer the time to another client in need.

  • Cancellations with less than two full business days’ notice incur a 50% session fee.

  • Non-attendance or cancellations with less than one full business day’s notice incur 100% of the session fee.

  • These fees apply irrespective of funding source (including DVA, Medicare, NDIS, or other funding) and are payable on the day of the scheduled appointment.

Future appointments may be cancelled if there are outstanding fees.

You may call our reception team during business hours to cancel or reschedule. Please take into account weekends and public holidays when providing notice (for example, to cancel a Monday appointment, notice must be given by the Thursday prior).

We understand that emergencies or sudden illness can arise. If this occurs, please contact us as soon as possible to discuss your situation.

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Francene Hemmingway - Healing Connections

Clinical Supervision Fees

Please contact us on info@healingconnectionspsychology.com.au for fee details.  Please note that Dr Francene Hemingway takes new supervisee's at the start of each calendar year, and rarely has spaces available: book early to avoid missing out.