Fees and Referrals
Initial Intake Session (50-minute session): $235.
At the time of booking, we require an initial 50% deposit to secure your session time ($117.5) with the remaining amount due at the time of your session.
Subsequent Session (50-minute session): $225.
In accordance to the Australian Association of Psychologist Inc (AAPI) the recommended fee scheduled for 2025 –2026 is $330 for a 40–60-minute consultation.
Sophie Anna Psychology values therapy being accessible for individuals and families, so provides psychology services under the recommended rate.
Referrals and Rebates
Medicare (Mental Health Care Plans)
If you have a valid Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) from a GP, Psychiatrist or Paediatrician you will be able to access a rebate of $98.95 for up to 10 sessions per calendar year.
If you have a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) for your child, you have the option to access up to two (2) sessions of the ten (10) as parent/carer sessions under the MHCP scheme. Parent/carer sessions are to be used to support your child’s engagement in psychology services.
Private Referral
You are welcome to refer yourself or your child by contacting the clinic directly, you do not need a referral.
Private referrals do not have access to rebates.
Private Health Fund
Please check with your individual insurer if you are eligible for rebates under your private health fund policy.
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Sophie Anna Psychology works with self-managed and plan managed participants under the NDIS.
Fees are in line with the NDIS pricing guide.
Victims Assist Queensland (VAQ)
Fees are in line with VAQ pricing guide.
Disclaimer: Sophie Anna Psychology does not currently accept referral under an Eating Disorder Treatment Plan (EDTP).
Reports, letters or stakeholder liaison required outside of standard sessions times are billed pro rata.
Cancellation Policy
We understand that unpredictable events occur and life gets busy. Should you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment please provide at least 2 days' notice (48 hours) by Phone 04 23 23 23 22 or Email admin@sophieannapsychology.com.
Late cancellation or missed appointments impact multiple people: your psychologist who has prepared for your session, yourself, and other clients that are waiting for appointments. Should you to cancel with short notice Sophie Anna Psychology can enforce the following cancellation policy:
Cancellations between 48 –24 hours’ notice: 50% of the full session fee (rebates do not apply on late cancellations).
Less than 24 hours’ notice or non-attendance: 100% of the full session fee (rebates do not apply on late cancellations).
Frequently asked questions
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No, you do not need a referral to see a psychologist. You are welcome to book in an appointment without a referral; however, you will not be able to access any rebates through Medicare.
You are welcome to contact Sophie Anna Psychology through the Contact tab, email or phone us to schedule an initial session.
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You can reach out through our ‘Contact’ page, email admin@sophieannapsychology.com or Ph 042323 2322.
Our admin team will be in touch to support you with the next steps. We might ask you to tell us briefly what brings you to book a session, this is to help ensure we are the right service for you. You will then be offered appointment times or provided alternative services that are more suitable.
Just a reminder, when you book an initial appointment, you will be asked to pay a 50% deposit ($117.50) to hold your session booking. This deposit is refundable should you choose to not proceed with the appointment, unless you cancelled after the 48-hour cancellation window. In this case the deposit will be forfeited.
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Depending on the reason for your child's visit will depend how therapy is introduced.
Sophie Anna Psychology recommends having a parent intake session before starting psychology with your child, so we have discussed openly about your concern about your child and make a plan together on next steps. In this session we can discuss how to introduce psychology to your child.
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Sophie Anna Psychologist is not a crisis support service. If you need support outside of your appointment, please contact the relevant service:
Lifeline 13 11 14
Beyond Blue 1300 22 46 36
Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
Parentline 1300 30 1300
Suicide Call Back 1300 659 467
MensLine Australia 1300 789 978
Headspace 1800 650 890
QLife 1800 184 527
13YARN 13 92 76
If you need immediate support, please call 000
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Sophie Anna Psychology is located inside:
Fifth Avenue Lifestyle Centre,
Suite 6&7/10 Dawn Rd, Albany Creek, QLD, 4035.There is ample street parking or on-site parking available.
Closest bus stop located 300m away on Keong Rd.