Fees

Autism assessment includes approx. 4-5 hours of assessment appointments, completion of online questionnaires, feedback and a thorough written report. The fee for this package is $2050*.

A $250 deposit is required to secure assessment appointments. This comes off the total fee. The remaining amount is payable in instalments over the assessment sessions.

*Note: Occasionally, there may be instances where additional sessions are needed to complete assessment (e.g., clients with complex histories that require more in-depth querying in order to rule-in/rule-out differential diagnoses). Wherever possible I will advise you as early as possible in the assessment process if there is a need for additional sessions. Additional assessment session fees are at my standard consultation rate ($252.99/50 minutes). In the interest of equity this fee has been set well below the recommended fee of $340 suggested by AAPi (Australian Association of Psychologists Inc.)'s 2026-2027 Schedule of Recommended Fees. This schedule is available here.

How do I pay?

After we confirm suitable dates and times for your assessment sessions (along with a suitable instalment plan), you will be emailed an invoice for your deposit fee. This is payable by direct deposit.
When you then complete the intake and consent forms, you will be asked to input credit/debit card details. These are encrypted and stored securely in the practice management system (Halaxy).
An instalment payment (as confirmed during booking) is deducted from your card at the time of each assessment appointment.
The full assessment fee balance must be paid at the feedback session.

Booking/Appointment Terms:

For assessments cancelled in full with less than 1 week's notice, the deposit is non-refundable. This is because I will have already spent 1-2 hours preparing for your assessment, so your deposit accounts for my time.
You will receive an appointment reminder via email 3 business days prior to each appointment. You will also receive an SMS 3 days before each appointment requiring you to confirm or cancel. At least 48 business hours notice (2 business days) is required if cancelling your appointment (e.g., replying to the SMS or the reminder email) so that your time can be offered to other folk.
Reports can not be released until all fees are paid.

Fee/Payment Conditions:

Medicare does not allow rebates for Autism assessment using Mental Health Treatment Plans (MHTPs) or GP Chronic Condition Management Plans (GPCCMPs).
Medicare allows Paediatricians to refer clients up to the age of 25 for Autism assessment, in which case Medicare rebates are allowable. If you are a young adult seeking assessment, please discuss Medicare item number 135 with your Paediatrician if still under their care.
Private health funds vary in their coverage of Autism assessment. Contact your health fund directly to enquire. I am unable to process HICAPS - paid invoices are emailed to clients for lodgement with their health fund.
NDIS/The NDIA generally do not fund diagnostic assessments. If you are an NDIS Participant, check whether this applies to your plan and funding via speaking with your Local Area Coordinator or Support Coordinator. I can only accept self-managed and plan-managed NDIS clients.
Requests for letters, completion of forms and correspondence outside of sessions (e.g., if you wish me to write to your Psychiatrist or speak with your employer, etc.) are billed pro-rata at the standard consultation rate ($252.99/50 mins).
Invoices must be paid before the release of any requested correspondence. This ensures my time is sustainable whilst I balance work and personal/family life.
Fees are reviewed quarterly and will next be reviewed in December 2026. Any changes will be updated on the website with the date from which they will take effect.

Ready to book your assessment? My online booking portal can be found here (click the word 'here!').