Listening, asking and setting goals.
When you see your psychologist or psychiatrist for the first time, they will listen to you and ask you questions to understand and to get an overview of your presenting difficulties. Based on your input they will then set the goals for your treatment.
A positive connection with your psychologist or psychiatrist plays a vital role to successful healing, we want you to feel heard and trust in the care provided.
The psychiatrist or psychologist has a close role with your referring GP. Reports or feedback is provided after your first session, and as needed through your mental health treatment. In the case of psychology after your 6th session a review of the mental health care plan will be completed, (this is a Medicare requirement) and you may then seek a further 4 sessions (total of 10 medicare rebatable sessions).
If you are using telehealth your psychologist will send a link to your email address at your session time, click on the link and connect. Keep your phone nearby, any connectivity issues your practitioner will give you a call.
Face to face appointments are available by appointment at 12 Church St Grovedale. If you are unwell or have reason to isolate, please contact reception and change your appointment to telehealth.