Find a psychologist in Canberra with bulk billing options, Medicare rebates, Mental Health Treatment Plans, session costs, and free mental health support services across the ACT.
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Canberra has a well-developed psychology sector, with psychologists working across private practice, ACT community health centres, ANU and UC student health services, and via telehealth. The ACT has historically had some of the longest psychology wait times in Australia, making telehealth options worth exploring. psychology.org.au
Medicare Better Access in Canberra
With a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP), ACT residents can access up to 10 Medicare-rebated psychology sessions per calendar year. The Medicare rebate for a registered psychologist is approximately $137.05 per 50-minute session. Most Canberra private psychologists charge a gap fee. servicesaustralia.gov.au
What Does a Psychologist Cost in Canberra 2026?
Standard session (50 min): $175-$295 full fee
Medicare rebate (with MHTP): approximately $137.05
Out-of-pocket gap: typically $40-$160 after rebate
Bulk billing psychology: $0 out-of-pocket (limited, mainly community health)
Free and Low-Cost Mental Health Services in Canberra
Headspace Canberra, free and low-cost youth mental health (12-25 years)
Mental Health Consumer Network ACT, peer support
Access Mental Health: 1800 629 354 (ACT Mental Health triage)
Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support)
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
How to Find a Psychologist in Canberra
Ask your GP for a Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral
Search psychology.org.au for APS-registered Canberra psychologists
Telehealth psychology is a practical option given wait times for in-person Canberra appointments
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