Support starts with a conversation

If life has felt heavy lately, talking to your GP is a good first step. You don't have to be in crisis, and you don't need the right words ready. Our doctors listen, help you make sense of what's going on, and work out the next step with you. Several of our GPs have a strong interest in mental health.

Mental health treatment plans

If it would help, your GP can prepare a mental health treatment plan, sometimes called a mental health care plan. This is a plan you make together that can give you access to Medicare-subsidised sessions with a psychologist or other mental health professional each year. Your GP will review the plan with you to see how things are going. Care plans and health assessments are bulk billed.

What we can help with

People come to us about all sorts of things, including:

  • Stress, worry and anxiety
  • Low mood and depression
  • Sleep problems
  • Grief and loss
  • Relationship and work pressures
  • Coping after a difficult event

Whatever's brought you in, the conversation is confidential. Your GP can also help with referrals, ongoing support, and any physical health concerns that go alongside how you're feeling.

Looking after the whole picture

Mental and physical health are closely linked, and our GPs can help with both. If you already see us for another reason, you're welcome to raise how you're feeling at the same time. Caring for the whole family means we're here for the good stretches and the harder ones.

If you need urgent help

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000. If you need to talk to someone right now, Lifeline is available 24 hours a day on 13 11 14. For an urgent appointment with us, call the clinic on 07 5575 2444.

Quick facts

First step

A confidential appointment with your GP

Treatment plans

Access to Medicare-subsidised sessions

Billing

Care plans and health assessments are bulk billed

Urgent help

Call 000, or Lifeline on 13 11 14

What to bring

  • Medicare card
  • A list of your current medications
  • A note of what's been going on and for how long
  • Any previous reports or letters

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral to talk to my GP about mental health?

No. You can book an appointment with your GP and raise how you're feeling.

What is a mental health treatment plan?

It's a plan you make with your GP that can give you access to Medicare-subsidised sessions with a psychologist or other mental health professional. Your GP reviews it with you over time.

Will what I say stay private?

Yes. What you discuss with your GP is confidential.

Can my GP help with both mental and physical health?

Yes. Mental and physical health are closely linked, and your GP can help with both in the one place.

What if I need help urgently?

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000. To talk to someone right now, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For an urgent appointment, call the clinic on 07 5575 2444.