Question 1

FND Group Therapy

Accepted Answer

Our group therapy program provides a comprehensive introduction to functional neurological disorder (FND). The ten sessions focus on the management and treatment of FND, providing an opportunity to learn about psychological and neurobiological mechanisms, as well as a range of symptom management strategies.

Within the group, each individual can gain a deeper understanding of their difficulties, and learn from the experiences of others with FND. At the end of the ten-session program, individuals may decide they no longer need to be seen, or can transition to individual therapy with one of our clinicians. Issues addressed in individual treatment expand on those within the group, so a group program followed by one-on-one therapy is a beneficial treatment pathway. Patients can access Medicare rebates for 10 group sessions in addition to 10 individual sessions per calendar year, providing ongoing psychological support across the year.

Our group therapy program is currently delivered in-person at our clinic, located at Neuropsychology East Melbourne, Level 2, 138-146 Cardigan Street, Carlton VIC 3052 (view map).(https://goo.gl/maps/6JEHDqdxhBdnYhTd7)

Question 2

Rates and Medicare Rebates

Accepted Answer

Please note that our services are not bulk-billed. There will be a consultation fee for you to pay on the day of your appointment. Refer to our Rates (https://www.neuropsychologyeastmelbourne.com/rates)page for our schedule of fees.
Group psychological therapy is subsidised by Medicare for clients with either one of the following:

·       A referral and current Mental Health Treatment Plan from a GP
·       A referral from a psychiatrist
·       A referral from a paediatrician

Patients can access Medicare rebates for 10 group sessions in addition to 10 individual sessions per calendar year.
Please refer to our For New Clients (https://www.neuropsychologyeastmelbourne.com/for-new-clients)page for more information about Medicare Rebates.

Clients who are not eligible for Medicare Rebates can still participate in group therapy at our clinic, but will have to pay the full fee or arrange to have their fee covered by their Private Health provider. 
*Late cancellation fees apply

Question 3

Mental Health Treatment Plan

Accepted Answer

You will need a current Mental Health Treatment Plan (also known as a Mental Health Care Plan) to access Medicare Rebates for group psychological therapy.

Please refer to our For New Clients (https://www.neuropsychologyeastmelbourne.com/for-new-clients)page for more information about the Mental Health Treatment Plan.

Question 4

Booking an Appointment

Accepted Answer

Please email us for all group therapy enquiries: 
neuropsychology-eastmelbourne@unimelb.edu.au (mailto:neuropsychology-eastmelbourne@unimelb.edu.au)

Alternatively, you may call us or leave a voicemail message: 
(03) 83440298(tel:+61383440298)

Given that patients attend 10 sessions together as part of a group program, care is taken to ensure individuals are well-matched for each group. We will be in touch with you about scheduling a group that may be suitable for you.

*Please note that our email is only attended to on Wednesdays and Friday mornings, while our phone is only attended to on Wednesdays (8:30 am - 6:00 pm).