Group Programs
About Our Group Programs
Our group programs are facilitated by our experienced psychologists and counsellors, who provide a safe and supportive environment for participants to learn and grow. These programs are designed to be engaging, interactive, and effective, helping participants build essential skills and strategies for life. They can be administered in a standardised fashion or customised in collaboration with school staff, parents, or community groups.
Group Program Fees
The Australian Psychological Society recommended fee for a standard psychological consultation of 45-60 minutes is $318. The Australian Association of Psychologists Incorporated recommended fee is $330. Level Up Psychology offers a sliding scale of fees based on the experience and qualifications of the clinician you are working with. Fees are charged on the day of appointment.
8-week program | 60-minute sessions | 10-15 participants
Explore respect, emotional intelligence, empathy, challenging stereotypes, and building resilience to help students discover a modern, healthier masculinity.
10-week program | 90-minute sessions | 4-8 participants
An accredited program that reduces anxiety in children through child and parent workbooks and regular parent check-ins.
8-week program | 90-minute sessions | 6-10 participants
Helps students balance gaming with other life priorities by fostering intentional, meaningful engagement.
10-week program | 60-minute sessions | 6-12 participants
Guides students through mindfulness practices including breathing, body awareness, and emotional regulation.
7-week program | 60-minute sessions | 4-8 participants
Designed to help parents build stronger connections and improve communication with their teens.
10-week program | 60-minute sessions | 6-10 participants
Enhances communication, empathy, and conflict resolution to foster healthy relationships.
4-week program | 60-minute sessions | 4-8 participants
Provides parents with effective strategies for nurturing and guiding primary-aged children.
4-week program | 60-minute sessions | 4-8 participants
Offers evidence-based techniques to support parents in navigating the challenges of adolescence.
8-session program | 60-minute sessions | 8-16 participants
Designed for LGBTQIA+ young people to share experiences, build resilience, and foster community.
6-session program | 60 minute sessions | 6-10 participants
Supports neurodiverse adolescents in building respectful relationships, with a focus on communication, boundaries, and consent.
6-session program | 60 minute sessions | 6-10 participants
Builds holistic mental health awareness by equipping students with effective coping skills and proactive help-seeking behaviours.
Monthly gathering (12 sessions) | 60-minute sessions | 6-10 participants
A supportive space for autistic teen girls to develop friendships and social skills under the guidance of a psychologist.
Cancellation policy
The following cancellation fees apply at Level Up Psychology:
- 0 - 24 hours notice: 100% of fee
- 24 - 48 hours notice: 50% of fee
- 48 - 72 hours notice: 25% of fee
Cancellations can be completed by emailing admin@leveluppsychology.com.au or leaving us a message on 03 9115 7372.
Counselling Funding and Rebates
Medicare
Some rebates may be available for counselling. The rebate you receive will differ based on the type of referral you have. You may be eligible for one or more of these types of referrals, and each referral provides a rebate for a specific number of sessions. Your GP can discuss your eligibility with you. You must get a referral from your GP prior to your appointment with your psychologist in order to receive a rebate.
Please note the rebate amounts listed above are the amount you receive back from Medicare. Our clinicians' full fee must be paid upfront, and we then process your rebate through Medicare for you. Medicare then pays you back the rebate amount, usually within a few days.
Provisional psychologists and counsellors are not eligible for Medicare rebates, and thus have reduced fees.National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
We provide services to Self Managed and Plan Managed NDIS participants. For plan-managed participants we can invoice your plan manager directly, if you provide us with their details.
We require all clients that are using NDIS funds to complete a service agreement with us; this agreement sets out the goals of our work together and the cost of those services. You will receive this as part of your Intake and Consent package.
Private Health Funds
Many private health insurance providers offer rebates for psychological counselling services. To claim these rebates, you need to check with your specific health fund regarding their coverage policies.
Steps to Claim:
- Verify with your private health fund the level of coverage for psychological services.
- Provide necessary documentation, such as invoices and session details, as required by your insurer.
- Submit a claim through your health fund’s preferred method (online, mail, or through a broker).
Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)
If you hold a DVA card, you may be eligible for direct payment for counselling services through DVA.
How to access:
- Contact your DVA representative to confirm eligibility - your eligibility will depend on what DVA card you hold.
- Obtain a referral for counselling services - this may come from your GP or a medical specialist, or from Open Arms (Veteran and Families Counselling).
- Provide your DVA and Medicare details to our team during the booking process.
- Our team will liaise directly with DVA to process your payments - you will not be charged any 'gap' fees.
Victims of Crime Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)
If you have received funding from the Victims of Crime Financial Assistance Scheme (VOCAT/FAS), this may help you cover the cost of counselling sessions. You may be eligible for this funding if you have been the victim of a crime - you can apply through the Victims of Crime Financial Assistance Scheme website (https://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/fas).
Depending on your circumstances, you may even be granted immediate funding for counselling from VOCAT/FAS while your application for greater funding is being processed.
You don't need a referral from your GP in order to use this funding for counselling.
VOCAT/FAS pays for a certain amount per session - if this is less than your clinician's fee, you may be charged a 'gap'.
Transport Accident Commission (TAC)
If you have recently experienced a car accident, the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) can help pay for up to 6 psychological counselling sessions without you or your clinician needing to contact them for approval first. However, you will need a referral from your GP.
After the first 6 sessions or 90 days after the accident, if you need further sessions, your clinician can contact TAC to help you get more funding.
Please note that TAC will only pay for counselling if it is directly related to your transport accident.
TAC pays for a certain amount per session - if this is less than your clinician's fee, you may be charged a 'gap'.
WorkSafe
If you have an approved WorkCover claim, this may help you cover the cost of counselling sessions. You may be eligible to make a claim through WorkSafe if you have experienced a workplace injury - you can apply through the WorkSafe website (https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/claims).
Depending on your circumstances, you may even be granted immediate funding for counselling from WorkSafe while your application for greater funding is being processed.
You will need a referral from your GP in order to use this funding for psychological counselling.
If you are using WorkSafe funding, your clinician may be required to liaise with WorkSafe and your employer as part of your treatment.
WorkSafe pays for a certain amount per session - if this is less than your clinician's fee, you may be charged a 'gap'.