Psychology and the NDIS: FAQs
Here at Leap in! HQ we’re often asked questions about the NDIS and psychology. With more than 49% of Australians experiencing a mental health disorder during their lifetime, it’s important to understand what the NDIS funds related to psychology and what it doesn’t. We answer some frequently asked questions and share useful links for anyone who needs mental health support that’s not covered by the NDIS. Will the NDIS fund psychology? Psychologists can be an important source of mental health support for people with a disability. But the NDIS only funds psychology under certain circumstances. The NDIS will only fund mental health supports that: Are not clinical in nature Relate to an ongoing psychosocial disability (a disability arising from a mental health condition) Focus on building functional capacity and independence. What is the difference between clinical and non-clinical mental health supports? The difference between the two is key to determining whether the NDIS will fund psychology for you. The NDIS does not fund clinical treatments provided by psychologists or other mental health professionals. Clinical treatments include diagnosis, treatment and ongoing mental health care. Examples of clinical treatments the NDIS does not fund: Treatment for symptoms of a mental health condition Ongoing
