Allied health and therapy
NDIS Psychology Services
NDIS psychology helps you manage the emotional and behavioural side of your disability, so daily life feels more manageable. On Solotude, you can find independent, Ahpra-registered psychologists who work with NDIS participants.
Last updated October 2026
What it can help with
- Managing anxiety, stress and emotions that affect daily life
- Social skills and relationships
- Adjusting to a new or changing disability
- Behaviour and emotional regulation
- Assessments, like cognitive or functional assessments
- Strategies for family and support workers
NDIS or Medicare?
The NDIS funds psychology that helps you manage the impact of your disability on daily life and work towards your plan goals. Treatment for a mental health condition on its own, like depression or anxiety that isn’t linked to your disability, is usually funded through the health system. Medicare gives rebates for up to 10 individual sessions a year with a mental health treatment plan from your GP. Many people use both, for different things.Who provides psychology?
NDIS psychology is provided by registered psychologists. If you mostly need someone to talk to and help with coping skills, a counsellor may also suit.Psychologists
Assess, provide therapy and develop strategies to help you manage the emotional side of your disability. About NDIS psychologists · Psychologists in SydneyCounsellors
Offer emotional support and coping skills, often at a lower cost. About NDIS counsellors · Counsellors in SydneyHow much does NDIS psychology cost?
Therapy is usually paid from your Capacity Building budget, under Improved Daily Living. The NDIS sets an hourly price limit for each type of therapy, and it applies to time spent on assessments, sessions and writing reports. Therapists can usually also claim some travel time to come to you. The price limit for psychology is higher than for most other therapies. Every provider on Solotude shows their rate on their profile, so you know the cost before you message them. For current price limits, check the official NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits.Finding psychology on Solotude
- Create a free account. It takes a couple of minutes and you don’t need your NDIS number. Create a free account
- Search for psychologists by your suburb, the days you need and the support you’re after.
- Read profiles and see exactly what Solotude has checked for each provider.
- Message providers directly. Your phone and email stay private until you choose to share them.
- Agree the support and the price in a service agreement between the two of you.
Frequently asked questions
Does the NDIS fund psychology?
Yes, where it helps you manage the impact of your disability on daily life and work towards your goals. It’s usually paid from your Capacity Building budget.Can I use Medicare and the NDIS for psychology?
Yes, but not for the same session. Medicare can rebate sessions for a mental health condition with a GP plan, and the NDIS can fund psychology related to your disability.How much does NDIS psychology cost?
Psychologists charge by the hour within the NDIS price limit for psychology. Every psychologist on Solotude shows their rate on their profile.What’s the difference between a psychologist and a counsellor?
Psychologists are registered with Ahpra, can do formal assessments and use evidence-based therapies. Counsellors offer emotional support and coping skills, and aren’t regulated in the same way. See our page on counselling.Is psychology available via telehealth?
Yes. Many psychologists offer telehealth, which can be easier if travel is hard.How do I get 10 free psychology sessions?
Medicare gives rebates for up to 10 individual sessions a year if your GP writes a mental health treatment plan. They’re free only if your psychologist bulk bills, otherwise you pay the gap. These are separate from the NDIS.How much is psychology per hour under the NDIS?
The NDIS sets a maximum hourly rate for psychology, reviewed each year. Check the current figure in the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits.Related services
