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National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

The NDIS is designed to support people with a disability, ensuring they get the necessary care and support for their needs. If you, or someone you know, are in need of help, you’ve come to the right place. 

We offer NDIS aligned Functional Capacity Assessments, NDIS access reports and psychology sessions to help NDIS participants build functional capacity and work toward their goals.

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Services We Offer to NDIS Participants

Comprehensive Psychology Assessment and Report

  •  minimum  4 hours
$2,572.92 (this is an average cost – the fee is charged
by the number of hours of testing and report writing)

What it entails:

  • Background Semi-Structured Interview – We gather information such as family history, developmental and medical background, diagnoses, and other crucial details.
  • Diagnostic Review – We will review your current diagnoses in line with DSM-5-TR criteria. This can involve a range of tests or psychological measures.
  • Daily Living Skills Assessment – We evaluate areas like communication, mental state, well-being, mobility, self-care, and self-management.
  • Support Recommendations – Tailored recommendations based on the client’s needs and goals and meet NDIS criteria for accessibility to appropriate, reasonable, and necessary support.

Psychology, Counselling, and Feedback Sessions

  • 50 minutes
$214.41 (Psychology session)
$193.99 (Counselling session)

What it entails:

Psychology and counselling sessions are designed to provide a supportive environment where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours with the guidance of a psychologist (for psychology sessions), provisional psychologist or psychotherapist (for counselling sessions).

These sessions are also designed to focus on achieving the individual goals of the participant. Over time, you and your therapist will review your progress and adjust your goals and the focus of your sessions as needed.

Progress Report

A progress report serves to track therapy and NDIS goal progression. It may be completed by the treating psychologist or a counsellor. These reports act as evidence to be submitted to NDIS plan reviews.

  • 1 hr for face-to-face and 2 hrs of report writing

What it entails:

  • NDIS and Therapy Goals Review – this involves an examination of the progress towards or obtainment of the individual’s therapy and NDIS plan goals
  • Examination of the Goals – this allows us to make recommendations for future therapy and NDIS goals moving forward.
  • Exploration of the Barriers to Achieving Goals – this will also be conducted to allow for modification within interventions and recommendations for future plans.
  • Support Recommendations – based on the examination of the participant’s progress, recommendations will also be made for the new NDIS plan review.

Drumbeat for NDIS

  • 6 sessions of 1 hour each
$130 per session plus travel
for individual sessions.
$100 per session plus travel
(if applicable) for a group of 2-4 participants.

What it entails:

  • Group Sessions with Drumming – Drumbeat is typically conducted in group settings where participants play hand drums. The rhythmic aspect of drumming is used to engage participants in a non-threatening and enjoyable way.
  • Structured Learning – The program includes structured learning about relationships, values, and identity, using the metaphor of music and rhythm to explore these concepts. 
  • Therapeutic Goals – For NDIS individuals, Drumbeat can be aligned with therapeutic goals like improving mental health, increasing social participation, or developing new skills.
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Take The First Step To A Better Quality Of Life

Step 1

Book session

Book an appointment with us so we can figure out your needs and find the best psychologist for you.

Step 2

Planning the treatment
We will conduct a thorough assessment to understand your specific symptoms and other relevant factors. From there, we’ll work out a personalised plan to help you feel better.

Step 3

Treatment and monitoring
We encourage you to attend your sessions regularly to ensure your needs are met and so we can monitor your progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed.

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Caring Sydney Clinicians you can trust

Tess Moffat Sosa

Principal, Clinical Psychologist

Priya Gauchan

Clinical Psychologist

Donna Alderson

Psychotherapist / Mediator

Matthew Parsons

Psychologist/Clinical Registrar

Our Promise

Comprehensive Assessments

Comprehensive Services

We offer a range of evidence-based, drug-free treatments for anxiety , trauma, neurodiversity, poor sleep and chronic pain.

Expertise and Experience

Founded in 2010 by Renee Mill, a highly respected Clinical Psychologist and Occupational Therapist. Today, the practice is led by Tess Moffat Sosa, who is committed to maintaining high clinical standards while growing a team of expert psychologists and counsellors dedicated to supporting every client.

Warm and Caring Environment

From our practitioners to our reception staff, the whole team is empathic and supportive to ensure that you feel understood and cared for throughout your therapy journey.

Professional Fees That Suit Every Budget

Our psychologists have varying fees that can suit every budget. This allows us to help more people of all ages and from all walks of life.

Face-to-face, & Telehealth Sessions Available

Choose sessions that best fit your schedules and preferences. We can help you even if you live in far locations, have mobility issues, or prefer the comfort of your own home.

Comprehensive Assessments

Ready to take the next step?

Where to find us

Location: Suite 18, Level 3, Edgecliff Mews, 201 New South Head Rd, Edgecliff NSW 2027

Public Transportation: Masterpiece Psychology is only a 1-minute walk from Edgecliff Station. Several bus routes go past the offices of Masterpiece Psychology.

Parking: On-street parking is available, and paid parking stations are nearby.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We lead with our specialised assessment and capacity-building services, structured with NDIS criteria in mind.

NDIS Access Reports: Documents diagnostic history and functional impact to clearly establish eligibility for primary NDIS access applications.

Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs): Evaluations that comprehensively report on your day-to-day functional needs, core support funding, and tailored recommendations.

Individual Psychology Services: Evidence-based therapy supports focused on disability-related capacity building and maintaining functional independence.

Yes, you have the choice to select your own service providers, including therapists and counsellors, under the NDIS.

Our psychologists work with NDIS participants on disability-related capacity building and working towards their NDIS plan goals. Sessions are individually tailored and supported by clinical reasoning to help participants develop and apply skills that improve everyday functioning. Areas of focus include:

  • Emotional self-management: Developing and applying strategies to manage disability-related emotional and sensory challenges that affect daily routines, relationships, decision-making, and community participation.
  • Daily life skills: Building independence, structured routines, social communication, and community or workplace participation.
  • Disability-related capacity building: Developing practical strategies to understand and manage the functional impact of disability, build independence, and participate more effectively in everyday activities.
  • Carer support: Coaching and guidance for parents and support networks to reinforce strategies in daily environments.
  • NDIS Access Reports: Choose this if you are applying for NDIS funding for the first time or requesting a review of your primary disability eligibility. It gathers diagnostic history, evidence of permanent impairment, and functional impact to support your application.
  • Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs): Choose this if you are already an NDIS participant preparing for an upcoming plan review or requesting increased funding, focusing on everyday functional limitations and required supports.

(Note: We do not determine NDIS eligibility or guarantee funding outcomes; our reports provide the rigorous clinical evidence required to support your application or plan review.)

With consent, we can incorporate information from families, NDIS Support Coordinators, support workers and treating professionals to build a fuller picture of everyday functioning.

We offer face-to-face sessions and in-person FCA and Access Report assessments for NDIS participants in Sydney at our Edgecliff practice (Eastern Suburbs). We also offer secure telehealth sessions for NDIS participants across Australia.

Psychologists can assess and deliver tailored supports to help you pursue your individual goals.

Our psychologists specialise in working with a range of presentations, including psychosocial disabilities (e.g., severe anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD), intellectual and developmental disabilities, acquired brain injury, and neurodivergent individuals (e.g. Autism Spectrum). Sessions focus strictly on capacity building for emotional self-management, social communication, and independent living skills, tailoring sessions to align directly with the primary goals stated in your NDIS plan.

Getting started is simple:

You can easily book online using the “Book Now” button on our home page, or reach out to us directly.

Call us on 9328 5899, email reception@masterpiecepsychology.com.au, or send a message via the enquiry form on our contact page.

Our team will chat with you about your needs and match you with the clinician best suited to support you.

Yes. Our Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs) and NDIS Access Reports are strictly NDIS-aligned, utilising recognised clinical assessment tools and clear, evidence-based reporting formats that NDIS decision makers expect.

We welcome NDIS participants with:

  • Self-Managed Funding: You manage your funds directly or through the NDIS myplace portal. We invoice you directly, and you claim reimbursement from the NDIS.
  • Plan-Managed Funding: Your registered Plan Manager handles payment. We issue invoices directly to your Plan Manager for seamless processing.

Every Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) at Masterpiece Psychology concludes with a detailed report clearly mapping how a participant’s disability impacts daily functioning across relevant NDIS domains, and giving detailed support recommendations.

(Note: We do not determine NDIS eligibility or guarantee funding outcomes; our reports provide the rigorous clinical evidence required to support your application or plan review.)

At Masterpiece Psychology, assessment reports are sent 4-6 weeks after the final diagnostic appointment. You will also have a feedback appointment to discuss the content of the report with your psychologist.

Every FCA report gives clear recommendations outlining the support required, suggested frequency, functional rationale and expected outcome.