Perth & Western Australia

NDIS support item · 2026-27

ECI Professional - Counsellor - Direct Service

National$156.16
per hour
Remote$218.62
per hour
Very remote$234.24
per hour

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Per week—
Per year (52 wks)—

Claiming rules at a glance

– Quote required: No– Non-face-to-face: No– Provider travel: No– Short notice cancellations: No– NDIA requested reports: No– Irregular SIL supports: No

About this NDIS support item

The ECI Professional - Counsellor service is designed to support children and their families through tailored counselling sessions. This service falls under the Improved Daily Living Skills category and is part of the Early Intervention Supports for Early Childhood registration group. The focus is on enhancing the daily living skills of young children, helping them to achieve their developmental goals.

Examples

  • Individual counselling sessions for children to address emotional and behavioural challenges.
  • Family counselling to improve communication and support strategies at home.
  • Workshops for parents on child development and effective parenting techniques.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the ECI Professional - Counsellor service?

The service aims to support children and their families by providing tailored counselling sessions that enhance daily living skills and address emotional and behavioural challenges.

Who can access this service?

This service is available to children who are participants in the NDIS and have goals related to improving their daily living skills.

How is the service delivered?

The service is delivered through direct counselling sessions, which can be tailored to meet the specific needs of the child and their family.

Are there any additional costs for travel or reports?

No, this service does not include additional costs for provider travel or non-face-to-face activities.

How does this service fit into my NDIS plan?

The supports provided depend on the individual participant's NDIS plan and goals, ensuring that the service aligns with their specific needs.

Complete support item details

Support item number
15_606_0118_1_3
Support item name
ECI Professional - Counsellor - Direct Service
Registration group
0118 — Early Intervention Supports For Early Childhood
Support category
15 — Improved Daily Living Skills
Support category (PACE)
15 — Improved Daily Living Skills
Support purpose
Capacity Building
Unit
Hour
Quote required
No
Start date
01/07/2026
End date
Ongoing (no end date)
National
$156.16
Remote
$218.62
Very remote
$234.24
Non-face-to-face support
No
Provider travel
No
Short notice cancellations
No
NDIA requested reports
No
Irregular SIL supports
No
Type
Priced Supports

Source: NDIS Support Catalogue 2026-27 v1.1. Prices are maximum price limits — providers and participants can agree on a lower price. Always check the official NDIS Pricing Arrangements.

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