Outreach Program: Merimbula 2021

The Quirky Kid Clinic in partnership with Merimbula Psychology and the local medical and allied health community are pleased to announce our outreach assessment service in Merimbula.

The following information aims to provide potential clients with adequate information to make an informed decision about scheduling an assessment with The Quirky Kid team.

The assessment service is open to a maximum of 12 clients. 

Assessments

In order to qualify for an appointment, all clients will need to complete the QK Intake procedure. This includes reading and agreeing to terms and conditions, consultation fees and other policies, relating to privacy. 

You can read more about ' what to expect from the assessment of this article'. Please note:

• One Quirky Kid psychologist will be available for two days only in Merimbula. 
• A Parent Only appointment by phone or video link is compulsory to record relevant background information. Previous assessments can also be shared as part of this process.
• Bookings are on a first booked, first-served basis. This service does not have a waitlist.

Getting Started

 It is important that you follow the information below to ensure your booking is confirmed. 

1. Contact our customer support team via our contact form. Make sure the subject includes the words Merimbula Outreach.
2. We'll contact you to schedule a Parent Only Consultation (phone or video) to obtain the necessary background information. 
3. Depending on your case, we may request you to provide us with a copy of the previous reports.
4. You will then be asked to schedule a Child Only session in Merimbula at Merimbula Psychology

Things to Consider

We are committed to exceeding clients expectations and want to ensure our team and your family is well supported during the outreach. Please consider the following:

• Costs:
  Assessments fees, including the Parent Only appointment range from $1500 (one test) to $4500 (three tests) depending on the psychologist's recommendations. Medicare rebates do not cover assessments. Private Health Funds and MHCPs do not cover assessments. 
• Outcome and results:
  A diagnosis is based on the background information provided, the DSM-V criteria, test results and our psychologist's clinical observations. Please note, a diagnosis is not guaranteed.   
  
  The reports will be Express Posted to parents as soon as the assessment report is complete. This can take between 10 to 30 business days. 
• Strict Cancellation Policy
  As our team will be travelling for the purpose of providing assessments.  A Non-refundable fee of 50% of assessment will apply for all cancellation after a booking has been made,
  
  Cancellation fees apply with no exceptions.