Expert Therapy and counselling on the Gold Coast
Fees, Rebates and Funding Options
Payment & Funding Pathways
You can contact Vista directly to book an appointment.
You do not need a GP referral to enquire or book an appointment
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Medicare
Mental Health Treatment Plan
You may be eligible for a Medicare rebate when seeing an eligible Vista psychologist or Accredited Mental Health Social Worker.
How it works:
Book with Vista
You do not need a GP referral to contact or book with us. A $100 deposit secures your appointment and your therapist’s reserved time.
See your GP
Before your appointment, ask your GP whether a Mental Health Treatment Plan is appropriate. If eligible, tell your GP you have chosen Vista and provide your therapist’s name for the referral.
Attend your Vista appointment
The remaining fee is payable after your session.
We process your Medicare rebate
Where eligible, we process your Medicare rebate for you after your appointment.
Private
(Self-Funded)
You can book privately with Vista without a GP referral or Mental Health Treatment Plan.
For some people, private therapy is the simplest and most discreet option, giving you greater choice and control over how you access care.
You can:
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book directly with Vista without first seeing your GP
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choose from a broader range of Vista therapists
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decide whether you want your GP involved in your care
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avoid Medicare referral and claiming requirements
A $100 deposit secures your appointment and your therapist’s reserved time. The remaining fee is payable after your session.
NDIS
Plan Managed or Self Managed
Vista provides therapy for self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants, where the service and funding are appropriate and eligible under your plan.
You can contact Vista directly and we will help make the process straightforward.
You can
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use eligible NDIS funding for therapy
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be matched with a Vista therapist based on needs, preferences and availability
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receive structured, goal-focused therapy
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have us clarify the funding requirements before your appointment
How it works
Tell us whether your funding is self-managed or plan-managed. We’ll confirm your appointment options and if your NDIS funding can be used. If plan-managed, we may also need your plan manager’s details.
WorkCover, Health Insurance, Victim Assist & Other Funding
Vista provides therapy through WorkCover, private health insurance, Victim Assist and other approved funding arrangements, where eligible.
Using WorkCover
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Contact Vista and let us know you have, or are making, a WorkCover claim.
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See your doctor and ask about a referral or Work Capacity Certificate for psychological treatment with Vista.
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Send us your claim and approval details so we can confirm funding and arrange your appointment.
Using private health insurance
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Check your cover — ask your health fund whether your Extras cover includes an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and what rebate may apply.
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Contact Vista and book, letting us know you intend to use private health insurance.
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Attend and claim — pay your appointment fee and claim the eligible benefit from your health fund.
Victim Assist or other funding
Contact Vista and let us know which funding you are using. We’ll explain the next steps and any approval or billing requirements.
You may be eligible for a Medicare rebate when seeing an eligible Vista psychologist or Accredited Mental Health Social Worker.
How it works:
Book with Vista
You do not need a GP referral to contact or book with us. A $100 deposit secures your appointment and your therapist’s reserved time.
See your GP
Before your appointment, ask your GP whether a Mental Health Treatment Plan is appropriate. If eligible, tell your GP you have chosen Vista and provide your therapist’s name for the referral.
Attend your Vista appointment
The remaining fee is payable after your session.
We process your Medicare rebate
Where eligible, we process your Medicare rebate for you after your appointment.
You can book privately with Vista without a GP referral or Mental Health Treatment Plan.
For some people, private therapy is the simplest and most discreet option, giving you greater choice and control over how you access care.
You can:
-
book directly with Vista without first seeing your GP
-
choose from a broader range of Vista therapists
-
decide whether you want your GP involved in your care
-
avoid Medicare referral and claiming requirements
A $100 deposit secures your appointment and your therapist’s reserved time. The remaining fee is payable after your session.
-
Vista may provide therapy for self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants, where the service and funding arrangements are appropriate and eligible under your plan.
You can contact Vista directly and we can help make the process as straightforward as possible.
You can:
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access therapy using your NDIS funding, where eligible
-
be matched with a Vista therapist based on your needs, preferences, funding and availability
-
receive structured, focused therapy tailored based on your plan goals.
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have us help clarify the funding and administrative requirements before your appointment
How it works:
Contact Vista and let us know if your NDIS funding is self-managed or plan-managed.
We’ll confirm your appointment options and whether your NDIS funding can be used. If your plan is plan-managed, we may also need your plan manager’s details.
Not sure whether your NDIS funding can be used? Contact us first — we can help clarify the next steps.
Vista provides therapy for self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants, where the service and funding are appropriate and eligible under your plan.
You can contact Vista directly and we will help make the process straightforward.
You can
-
use eligible NDIS funding for therapy
-
be matched with a Vista therapist based on needs, preferences and availability
-
receive structured, goal-focused therapy
-
have us clarify the funding requirements before your appointment
How it works
Tell us whether your funding is self-managed or plan-managed. We’ll confirm your appointment options and if your NDIS funding can be used. If plan-managed, we may also need your plan manager’s details.-
Using WorkCover:
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Contact Vista – let us know you have, or are making, a WorkCover claim.
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See your doctor – and ask about a referral or Work Capacity Certificate for psychological treatment with Vista Advanced Psychological Therapy.
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Send us your claim details with the approval so we can confirm the funding and book your appointment.
Using private health insurance:
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Check your cover – ask your health fund if your Extras cover includes appointments with an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and what rebate may apply.
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Contact Vista and book, let us know you intend to use private health insurance
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A $100 deposit is taken at the time of booking to secure your appointment and your therapist’s reserved time.
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Attend and claim – pay the appointment fee, then claim the eligible benefit from your health fund.
Victim Assist or other funding:
Contact Vista and let us know which funding pathway you are using. We’ll explain any referral, approval or billing requirements that apply.
Not sure where to start? Contact Vista first, we can help you understand the next steps.
Vista provides therapy through WorkCover, private health insurance, Victim Assist and other approved funding arrangements, where eligible.
Using WorkCover
-
Contact Vista and let us know you have, or are making, a WorkCover claim.
-
See your doctor and ask about a referral or Work Capacity Certificate for psychological treatment with Vista.
-
Send us your claim and approval details so we can confirm funding and arrange your appointment.
Using private health insurance
-
Check your cover — ask your health fund whether your Extras cover includes an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and what rebate may apply.
-
Contact Vista and book, letting us know you intend to use private health insurance.
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Attend and claim — pay your appointment fee and claim the eligible benefit from your health fund.
Victim Assist or other funding
Contact Vista and let us know which funding you are using. We’ll explain the next steps and any approval or billing requirements.-
Principal Therapist
A senior therapist with depth of knowledge, extensive experience and advanced clinical capability
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Goldy - Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
60-Minute Consultation: $300
Funding: private, WorkCover, Victim Assist, Health Insurance (selected) and NDIS at agreed rates
Medicare rebate: $89.50 to eligible clients with a current Mental Health Treatment Plan (Gap fee of $210.50)
Availability: Appointments currently available within 1 week
Director
Founder and Director with advanced trauma knowledge and expertise with over 25 years clinical experience
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Karl - Credentialed Mental Health Nurse
60-minute consultation: $300
Funding: WorkCover, Victim Assist and NDIS at agreed rates
Medicare rebate: not available
Availability: Appointments currently available within 1 week
Registered Psychologist
A skilled therapist and clinician providing structured, evidence-based therapy.
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Bonnie - Registered Psychologist
60-Minute Consultation: $230
Funding: private, WorkCover, Victim Assist, Health Insurance (selected) and NDIS at agreed rates
Medicare rebate: $89.50 to eligible clients with a current Mental Health Treatment Plan (Gap fee of $210.50)
Availability: Appointments currently available within 1 week
To reserve your preferred appointment time, private and Mental Health Treatment Plan appointments are confirmed with a $100 security deposit at the time of booking. This helps us keep appointment times reliably available and supports continuity of care.
Medicare rebates, where eligible, are processed after the appointment has been attended.
Vista does not provide bulk billing therapy services
For further details on Vista's booking and cancellation policy, click here