Session FEES

Suitable for most Individual Therapy appointments. These sessions provide time to explore concerns, develop practical strategies, build insight, and support meaningful progress toward your goals.

Extended sessions may be recommended for:

• EMDR Therapy, allowing adequate time for preparation, processing, grounding, and integration.
• Neurodivergent Clients, who may benefit from additional time to settle into the session, transition between activities, or process information at their own pace.

Whether an extended session would be beneficial for you can be discussed during your initial appointment.

To improve accessibility for clients balancing work, study, or family commitments, a limited number of after-hours appointments are available after 5:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

An additional $20 after-hours fee applies to these appointments. 

Quote on request

Fees processed through our server may attract a fee of $1 plus 1.9% of the total. Please note that NDIS clients, including those seeking support for neurodiversity issues in Arana Hills or the broader Brisbane Northside area, are excluded from these fees, as are individuals seeking the services of a psychologist for trauma.

Referrals

At Brighter Side Psychology, we welcome referrals from a variety of sources and strive to make the referral process simple and accessible.

You do not need a referral to book an appointment. Individuals can contact us directly to arrange an initial consultation and discuss their support needs.

Clients wishing to access Medicare rebates can obtain a Mental Health Care Plan and referral from their GP. Eligible clients may receive Medicare rebates for up to 10 psychology sessions per calendar year.

We proudly support veterans and their families. Eligible Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) clients can access psychological services through a referral from their GP under the appropriate DVA arrangements.

We provide psychological services and capacity-building supports for self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. Referrals can be made by participants, support coordinators, plan managers, family members, or other healthcare professionals.

Psychological services may be available for individuals with accepted WorkCover claims. Referrals can be made by treating doctors, rehabilitation providers, case managers, or directly by the client once approval has been obtained.

We welcome referrals from GPs, psychiatrists, paediatricians, allied health professionals, schools, and other support services. We value collaborative care and work closely with referring professionals to support positive client outcomes.

Referrals can be sent via secure messaging, email, fax, or provided directly by the client at the time of booking. If you are unsure whether a referral is required, please contact our practice and we will be happy to assist.

For referral enquiries, please contact Brighter Side Psychology directly.

Cancellation 

A short-notice cancellation, less than 48 business hours’ notice prior to your scheduled appointment time.

Where insufficient notice is provided:

• A cancellation fee of 50% of the scheduled session fee plus GST will apply. 
• A payment processing fee (1.9% + $1.00) may also be charged where applicable. 

For participants funded through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), a short-notice cancellation is defined as less than two (2) business days’ notice 

Where insufficient notice is provided:

• 100% of the scheduled consultation fee will be charged.