Medicare, NDIS Services
& Referral Information

Medicare

Walk-and-Talk Therapy is eligible for Medicare rebates under the Better Access Initiative. Depending on the type of clinician, you may receive the following rebates:

  • Registered Psychologist: $XXX per session

  • Clinical Psychologist: $XXX per session

  • Social Worker: $XXX  per session

  • Occupational Therapist: $XXX per session

To access these rebates, you’ll need a referral from your GP under a Mental Health Care Plan. After each session, Medicare will reimburse the rebate amount into your bank account within 24-48 hours.

NDIS

WOW’s therapy services are designed to support your goals and enhance your quality of life. Under the NDIS, our services fall under the category of Improved Daily Living Skills. We accept both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS clients. However, due to the outdoor nature of our sessions, not all clients or presentations may be suited to our services. To qualify, clients must have established counselling goals and meet other criteria.

To determine if our service is right for you, please complete the NDIS Screening Form below. We’ll reach out once an appointment slot becomes available.

Doctors Referal

To book Walk-and-Talk Therapy sessions, you'll need a referral from your GP under a Mental Health Care Plan. Make sure to request that your GP specifies "Walk-and-Talk Therapy" and highlights the need for outdoor-based treatment.

Once you have your referral, you can book your sessions through our website or by contacting our office. Your initial referral will cover up to 6 sessions. After this, your GP will need to review and approve any additional sessions.

Engaging with your GP not only facilitates your access to our unique therapy but also helps promote the benefits of outdoor-based mental health support within the medical community.

  • You can claim up to 10 sessions per calendar year under a Mental Health Care Plan. A gap payment is required for each session with a WOW therapist, with Medicare rebates reimbursed into your account within 24-48 hours.

  • Our fees vary based on the type of service. Clients with gap payments will be charged the full amount, with Medicare rebates processed promptly. Invoices are payable immediately, or the day following your appointment. For detailed information on our fee schedule, please contact us directly.

  • Medicare’s Better Access Initiative covers a range of clinically diagnosable disorders that significantly impact emotions, thoughts, social skills, and decision-making.

  • Visit your GP to obtain a Mental Health Care Plan and ensure they specify "WOW" and outdoor-based therapy. Your GP can also refer you through our website under the Refer to us section.