Hypnotherapy and Medicare: What You Need to Know in Australia One of the most frequently asked questions about hypnotherapy is whether it’s covered by Medicare in Australia. The short answer is yes and no—while hypnotherapy itself isn’t directly covered, you may still be eligible for rebates depending on the professional administering the therapy. Let’s dive into the details. 1. Hypnotherapy and the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Hypnotherapy as a standalone treatment is not covered under the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS). However, Medicare does cover up to 10 sessions per year if hypnotherapy is conducted by a qualified mental health professional under specific circumstances. 2. Who Qualifies for Rebates? Clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, and social workers who offer focused psychological strategies (MBS Item 80115) may include hypnotherapy as part of their treatment, which can be covered by Medicare. If you are working with one of these professionals, you may be