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Art Therapy
fees and pricing
Art Therapy sessions with Mel can be accessed through private funding or through NDIS funding.
NDIS Funding
Art psychotherapy and counselling services may be funded through the NDIS under the following support categories:
Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living
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15_601_0128_1_3 – Assessment, recommendations, therapy or training provided by an Art Therapist
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15_043_0128_1_3 – Assessment, recommendations, therapy or training provided by a Counsellor
Early Childhood Supports (children under 9 years)
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15_005_0118_1_3 – Early Childhood Supports delivered by an Early Childhood Professional
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15_606_0118_1_3 – Early Childhood Supports delivered by a Counsellor
Plan Types Accepted
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✔ Self-managed plans
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✔ Plan-managed plans
Plan Types NOT Accepted
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✘ NDIA-managed plans (services cannot currently be claimed directly)
Please note: Access to funding under a particular line item depends on your individual NDIS plan and whether the service supports your stated goals. Your support coordinator or plan manager can assist in confirming the most appropriate item for your supports.
Private Funding
Art therapy services are available through private funding at a rate of $180 per hour. Private sessions offer flexibility for individuals, families, and carers seeking support outside of funded programs. An invoice will be issued following the completion of the session and is required to be paid within 7 days of the appointment.
Travel
There may be an additional fee for travel if the participant and/or participants family requests for sessions to be conducted in their home or a community centre, particularly if the location is outside of the Shellharbour LGA. The travel fee will be discussed during the first consult before sessions begin. If the participant is utilising NDIS funding, the travel fee will be calculated according to the NDIS pricing arrangements and limits.