Frequently Asked Questions

  • Click here and fill out the form to be added to the mailing list to find out more about upcoming group programmes.

  • Esme has a wealth of experience supporting teams of people across a variety of different organisations with wellbeing, please contact her to talk about how she can support you and your staff.

  • One of the most important factors in finding the right therapist for you is how well you connect. Please contact Esme to arrange a phone call to discuss what you’re looking for in more detail and to see if she would be the right fit for you.

  • To access a mental health care plan visit your GP to discuss your options.

  • Yes, if you have a mental health care plan Medicare covers $131.65 per session. The gap payment varies, Esme charges between $210 and $240 per session. Esme’s fees operate on a sliding scale, depending on income, which allows her to provide a limited number of very low cost options for clients on low income. To find out more about Esme’s fee structure please contact her.

  • The standard number of mental health care plan sessions available per year is 10. Currently the Australian Government has increased the allowance due to the impact of the Covid 19 pandemic meaning that once you have used your 10 sessions you are likely to be able to access an additional 10. Your initial mental health plan will be for 6 sessions, then you need to go back to your GP for a review and to be granted the additional 4.

  • If you have private health insurance that includes psychological therapy as extras cover you may be eligible for a partial rebate. It is recommended that you contact your individual insurance provider for further information about your coverage.

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