Funding pathway
NDIS psychology support, at your pace.
Information for self-managed and plan-managed participants, families and support coordinators who want to clarify whether the service may fit.
For referrers and support teams
Download the NDIS referral guide
This one-page guide gives participants, families, support coordinators and health professionals a practical summary of the NDIS psychology referral pathway.
Before you arrange support
Clarify goals, funding and the work you are seeking.
Whether NDIS funding can be used depends on the plan, goals, budget and funding management. The right first step is a conversation about the requested service and what information is needed.
Therapy support
Some participants enquire about psychology support related to their plan goals, capacity and day-to-day functioning.
Assessment and recommendations
Assessment may be relevant where clinical clarification or practical recommendations are needed. Scope is agreed before work begins.
Reports
Where clinically appropriate, a report may describe functional impact, support needs and recommendations. It does not determine an NDIA decision.
A straightforward enquiry
Share the practical details before an appointment is arranged.
Check the plan
Confirm the relevant goals, funding management type and whether funds are available for the requested support.
Ask about fit
Reception can help clarify service scope, location, availability and whether more information is needed.
Agree the details
Any report scope, funding arrangement and fee should be clear before work starts.
Related information
Useful pages for participants and referrers.
Funding pathways
Compare several funding arrangements that may apply to psychology appointments.
Explore funding →Referral information
Information for GPs, support coordinators and other health professionals.
View referrals →Autism and AuDHD assessment
Read about assessment planning, information gathering and possible next steps.
Read about assessment →Common questions
Questions about NDIS psychology support.
Do you see self-managed and plan-managed participants?
Breathe-n-Smile Psychology may see self-managed and plan-managed participants where the service, goals, funding arrangements and availability fit.
Can NDIS funding be used for psychology support?
Some participants may use NDIS funding for psychology support, depending on their plan goals, budget, funding management and the service requested.
Do you provide reports?
Assessment-informed reports may be available where clinically appropriate. Any report scope and fee should be agreed before work begins.
Can assessment guarantee NDIS funding?
No. Assessment can provide clinical information and recommendations, but NDIA decisions about access, funding and plans are made separately.
A practical first step
Ask whether the service may fit the plan.
Reception can help with availability, locations and the information needed for an enquiry.