Can the NDIS Still Fund Psychology Sessions? What You Need to Know in 2025
If you’re an NDIS participant, you might have recently noticed changes when it comes to funding for psychology. Many people are finding that psychology services are being reduced or even removed altogether when plans are renewed. So what’s going on – and can the NDIS still fund psychology in 2025?
Let’s unpack the key changes and what they might mean for you.
What’s Changed with the NDIS in 2025?
The NDIS has introduced a series of reforms designed to make the scheme more sustainable and focused on disability-related supports. Here are a few of the most relevant updates:
- Clearer guidelines on what the NDIS will and won’t fund: From October 2024, only supports deemed directly related to a participant’s disability and shown to improve functional outcomes are considered reasonable and necessary.
- Greater scrutiny at plan reviews: During reassessments, planners are more closely evaluating whether a service is linked to a permanent disability or if it might fall under the health system (e.g., via Medicare).
- Shift towards functional outcomes: The NDIS is focusing more on funding supports that show measurable improvements in areas like communication, emotional regulation, and daily living.
Why Are Some People Losing Access to Psychology Through the NDIS?
Even though psychology is still a valid support under the NDIS, it’s no longer guaranteed unless:
- It clearly relates to a diagnosed disability (not just a mental health condition).
- Your psychologist can demonstrate how the therapy improves your capacity or daily functioning.
- The therapy isn’t better suited to be funded through Medicare or state health systems.
This means that therapy focused on generalised anxiety, depression, or relationship stress may be excluded unless it can be clearly tied to your disability and how it affects your daily life. Understandably, this has caused confusion and frustration for many.
Can the NDIS Still Fund Psychology in 2025?
Yes – but it depends on your circumstances.
Psychology can still be funded through the NDIS when:
- The support is linked to a disability such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, intellectual disability, acquired brain injury, or psychosocial disability.
- Your psychologist provides a clear explanation of how therapy builds independence, social skills, emotional regulation, or other functional goals.
- Reports and reviews use the right language – for example, referencing goals from your NDIS plan and showing measurable outcomes.
What You Can Do to Keep Psychology in Your NDIS Plan
If you’re worried about losing access to your psychologist during a plan review, here are a few tips:
- Get strong supporting evidence: Ask your psychologist for a report that explains how therapy relates directly to your disability and supports your plan goals.
- Use the right language: Planners are looking for terms like “functional capacity”, “community participation”, and “goal-directed support”.
- Be proactive: Don’t wait until your plan ends – start gathering evidence well in advance.
- Get support: Ask your support coordinator or advocate for help if you’re unsure how to present your case.
How Our Clinic Supports NDIS Participants
At aMAZEin’ Minds Psychology, we work closely with NDIS participants and understand how to document supports in a way that aligns with the Scheme’s requirements. Our psychologists provide detailed reports to help justify therapy in your plan and work alongside your team – including support coordinators, GPs, and plan managers – to ensure everything is in place.
Whether you need support for emotional regulation, behavioural challenges, trauma, or building everyday skills, our team is here to help.
Need help preparing for your next NDIS review? Get in touch with us today to book a consultation or request a report.
FAQs: Psychology and the NDIS in 2025
❓Does the NDIS still cover psychology? Yes, when it’s related to your disability and helps improve your daily functioning or independence.
❓Why was my psychology funding removed? It may be because the NDIS sees it as general mental health treatment, not disability-specific support.
❓Can I appeal a decision? Yes. You can request an internal review of your plan or ask for help from a support coordinator or advocacy service.
❓How do I show that psychology is ‘reasonable and necessary’? With a detailed report from your psychologist explaining how therapy helps you work towards your NDIS goals.
📞 Contact Us
If you’re unsure about how these changes may affect your plan or you want help preparing for your next NDIS review, we’re here to support you.
Contact us today to:
- Book a consultation with a psychologist
- Request a therapy report for your plan review
- Get advice on how to maintain therapy funding under the NDIS
📞 Call 03 7046 4528 or ✉️ Email info@amazeinminds.com.au
You can also send us a message through our Contact page.
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