fees

The current Australian Psychological Society (APS) recommended fee is $300.00 per hour (2023/2024). 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:

Clinical Psychologist

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

Medicare

$ 103.15 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 $136.35 (1/7/23 to 30/6/24)

Private

$ 245
  • 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 Psychologists

Medicare

$ 128.35 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 $93.35 (1/7/23 to 30/6/24)

Private

$ 225
  • 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 appointments are booked, the psychologist reserves the whole hour especially for you, therefore a 50% deposit is taken at the time of the booking. Your 50% deposit will be deducted from the total cost of your consultation at the conclusion of your appointment. Please review the following cancellation policy carefully.

We require 48 hours notice to reschedule or cancel a session without incurring any additional fees. This policy is in place to allow us to offer the allocated time to another client who may be on a cancellation or waiting list for an appointment. Your 50% deposit will be retained for less than 48- hours cancellation. The full session fee (100%) will apply for non-attended appointments with no notice provided AND same-day cancellations.  Clients will be billed on the day of their scheduled appointment. Future bookings will require settlement of any outstanding fees.

You may call our office at anytime, even after hours, as we do have an answering service that allows you to leave a message. We will return your call as soon as possible.

We understand that sometimes you may be unable to keep an appointment because of sudden illness or an unexpected personal emergency. If this happens to you, 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.