I’ve been using some of my son’s NDIS funding for his bi-weekly sessions with a mental health professional, and I’m unsure if I’m handling it correctly. His plan lists services like speech and OT, but not psychiatric care, which he desperately needs given his serious emotional and social challenges. I’m worried about the consequences of possibly misusing the funds over the last two years.
Are you referring to sessions with a psychiatrist or a psychologist? Psychiatrists, who prescribe medication and handle more clinical aspects, aren’t covered by NDIS as that falls under medical healthcare provided by Medicare.
Apologies for the confusion; I meant psychologist. The support is for non-medical therapy which includes coping strategies and emotional support.
Psychological support can indeed be part of an NDIS plan if it’s aimed at capacity building, directly related to the disability. It’s essential to ensure that these services are explicitly included in your plan to avoid any funding issues.
I suggest reaching out to an NDIS support coordinator. They can help clarify these types of coverage questions and assist in adjusting your plan if necessary to avoid any misuse of funds.