The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed. Your visions will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes. I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.
Carl Jung
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT
Your initial appointment is generally a bit longer and includes a comprehensive (developmental) history and discussion of current needs/concerns.
Individual therapy will typically last 50 mins either in weekly, fortnightly or monthly sessions, with realistic and recommended time frames for treatment discussed after the initial assessment has been completed (first 1-2 sessions).
It is vital to any therapeutic process that a positive connection is established between the psychologist and the family for all children/adolescents, and we will discuss a treatment or assessment plan that best fits with the child/young person and their family. Adult clients will also engage in an intake assessment and discussion of goals and realistic expectations for outcomes.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Psychologists are bound by the Australian Psychological Society Code of Ethics. Confidentiality between a client and their psychologist is essential in order for treatment to be successful.
Confidentiality does not take precedent over safety concerns and any perceived harm to one's self or others is reported to the proper agencies in order to support the client.
INFORMATION SHARING
Information pertaining to diagnosis and treatment suggestions will be provided to the referring GP/Paediatrician. Any other information requested by external services (schools, other health providers) requires consent from parents/ guardians for children under age 18.
SESSIONS DETAILS & TIMES
Sessions for psychology or healing work are delivered in person in our office in Sedona or via teletherapy using the Zoom teleconferencing program. A link is provided at the time of booking.
Appointments can be booked from Tuesday to Friday: until 4.00pm via the booking screen when available. If you require a time outside of these, custom appointments can be arranged. Please email: meg.j@insightpsychology.org for more information.
FEES & CHARGES
At InSight Psychology, our policy is to maintain affordable fees to ensure everyone the opportunity of accessing the health care they need. Our fees remain below the $251 session rate recommended by the Australian Psychological Society.
Standard Individual Therapy Session 50 minutes $210.00 AUD/$140 USD
Initial Intake Appointments 75 minutes $250.00 AUD/$165 USD
NDIS Clients 50 minutes $244.22 AUD
Healing & Spiritual Psychology session 60 minutes+ $200.00 AUD/$135+ USD
GP referrals are not necessary to make an appointment with our Psychologist. We are able to offer invoices for your Private Health Insurance rebate (if eligible) or Medicare rebate (if eligible) at the time of your appointment at the practice.
PAYMENTS
Full payment is required at time of consultation and can be made with Acuity using PayPal, Cash, Venmo, Zelle or your credit card at the time of your appointment.
REBATES
Medicare Rebates: If you are referred by your GP under an Australian Mental Health Care Plan, you will be eligible for a Medicare rebate of $96.65 (as of 1 July 2024) for psychologist fees, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket expenses. Under the GP Mental Health Care Plan, you are eligible for an initial 6 rebated consultations, with the possibility of up to 10 per year.
Private Health Rebate: Your health insurer may offer a rebate for psychology under their “Extras” provision. The item codes you will need to quote are 100 (Initial visit) or 200 (Subsequent visit). Please note that if you are utilising a Medicare rebate, your private health insurer is unable, by legislation, to cover any gap payment. Speak with your provider to confirm your policy coverage as this varies between funds and packages.
CANCELLATIONS
Please note that a cancellation and non-attendance policy apply to all appointments. If you wish to change a scheduled appointment, please provide 48 hours advance notice to avoid being billed for the session. Cancellations under 48-hour notice will result in being charged for 80% of the session fee.