Between work, bills, remembering bin night and trying to eat something other than toast, it’s easy for your own wellbeing to slip down the list.
Most of us aren’t ignoring it on purpose. There’s just… a lot going on.
That’s why more people are turning to simple, everyday ways to feel better, not just when something goes wrong, but as part of staying on top of things. And that’s where alternative therapies come in and where see-u steps up.
Alternative therapies in Australia: what you need to know
Alternative therapies are a type of healthcare approach focused on supporting your overall wellbeing. They’re becoming more common across extras cover in Australia as people look for practical ways to feel better day to day.
They can work alongside traditional healthcare, but the focus is a bit different. Think movement, relaxation and balance.
Nothing complicated. Just simple ways to support your wellbeing.
What alternative therapies are included in extras cover?
There’s a growing range of therapies now included under selected extras cover, including Simple 50 and Simple 60.
The brand new services available on these extras cover include:
- Alexander Technique – improve posture and movement
- Naturopathy – natural approaches to overall health
- Shiatsu – pressure-based massage for relaxation
- Western herbalism – plant-based wellbeing support
- Pilates – build strength and core stability
- Yoga – improve flexibility and manage stress
- Tai Chi – gentle movement for balance and calm
- Chinese natural therapies – traditional approaches to wellbeing
Why you might be seeing more alternative therapies in health insurance
These therapies haven’t always been available through health insurance in Australia.
Many were removed from cover in 2019 and have only recently been brought back as optional inclusions following a government review. From 2025, health funds can choose whether to include them, and not all have.
Which means two policies that look similar on price can include very different things.
At see-u, we’ve chosen to include them in selected extras cover because they’re the kind of services people actually use. So when you compare health insurance, it’s not just about what you pay. It’s about what you actually get.
Extras cover that actually works for your everyday
Extras cover can help reduce the cost of using alternative therapies, making it easier to build them into your routine. But not all extras cover includes these services.
That’s why it’s worth looking beyond the premium and checking what’s actually included, especially if things like yoga, Pilates or naturopathy are part of how you look after yourself.
At see-u, selected extras options like Simple 50 and Simple 60 include a mix of everyday services, so you can claim on things you’re more likely to use, not just the basics.
What to know before choosing extras cover
Before signing up, there are a few important things to understand:
- Alternative therapies are available on selected extras cover only
- Simple 50 and Simple 60 Extras cover must be taken out with an eligible hospital product (not available as a standalone)
- Services must be provided by recognised or accredited providers
- Waiting periods and benefit limits may apply
It’s always worth checking what’s included so you know exactly what you’re getting.
Simple ways to improve wellbeing, every day
This isn’t about overcomplicating your health.It’s about having access to simple, practical options that help you feel better, more often.
That could be a Pilates class after work, a yoga session to reset, or trying something new like naturopathy.
Small steps. Real impact.
See how it stacks up
If you’re looking for extras cover that includes alternative therapies, it’s worth taking the time to compare what’s out there.
Look at what’s included, not just the price, and find cover that works for how you actually live.
Take a look at Simple 50 and Simple 60 extras cover, or get a quick quote today.
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