Psychologist Referral

Visiting your GP

The first thing you need to do is make a long appointment with your GP. Let them know your concerns and that you are interested in seeing a psychologist. Your GP will talk to you about what’s been happening and assess if you meet the criteria for a referral.

Remember, your GP has a great deal of experience and will be looking for the best way to help you!

What will my GP ask?

• Questions about symptoms you may have been experiencing such as mood and motivation changes, sleeping and eating patterns, and physical symptoms.
• Questions about current and past stresses in your life.
• Questions about your current support networks.

Referral Options

Private Referral – A referral is not required to see a psychologist

• A private referral involves no communication to a third party [such as a GP].
•  Your service is completely confidential.
•  A full fee is charged with no Medicare Rebate available.

The Better Access to Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) – must have a GP referral

• Who is this for? - Patients with an assessed mental disorder that significantly impacts their
  day-to-day life.
• There is a Medicare Rebate available and a reduced out-of-pocket fee.
• If eligible, allows up to 10 individual and 10 group sessions per calendar year.
• Depending on circumstances, you may also be eligible for a PHN PSP (below).

Primary Health Network Psychology Services Program [PHN PSP] – must have a GP referral

• Who is this for?
  • Adults and children with mild to moderate mental health issues and identify with one of the seven Hard to Reach Groups
    1. Children aged 0 to 12 years, 2. Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, 3. Aboriginal & Torres Straight Islanders, 4. Perinatal Depression, 5. LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and/or intersex), 6. Suicide Prevention, 7. People at risk of or are homeless)
  • Those who are financially disadvantaged and can’t afford mainstream services
• The cost of your treatment may be completely covered by this program.
• If eligible, allows up to 6 individual sessions and attendance to a group program.
• Depending on circumstances, you may also be eligible for a MHCP.

Who We Are

CBT Professionals are a team of 20 psychologists & 8 administration staff, selected based on a uniting set of values that define us as a truly caring practice. We provide clinical psychology services for:

• Adults
• Children
• Couples
• Families and
• Third parties

You can learn more about our individual team members on our Website - Find Psychologists pages.

How We Do It

• We stand against the practice of generic treatments.
• We know every case is unique and needs our best care and attention to create the best treatment approach specific to your situation.
• We provide a client-centred approach ensuring our treatment approach is at all times guided by your individual needs and goals