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What sessions cost and how Medicare works

Worried about the cost? These guides explain fees, Medicare rebates and Mental Health Treatment Plans step by step. See what you might pay before you book.

Cost and access 9 min read

Mental health care plan rebates 2026

How a mental health care plan works in 2026. The usual GP rule, up to 10 Medicare sessions, the $101.55 rebate and what a $220 session may cost you.

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Crisis and support services in Australia
Service Phone For
Emergency 000 Life-threatening emergencies
Lifeline 13 11 14 24-hour crisis support
Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 Support if you're having thoughts of suicide
13YARN 13 92 76 Crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 Young people aged 5 to 25
1800RESPECT 1800 737 732 Family, domestic and sexual violence
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 Mental health support and information