Psychiatric Services

Service Options

• Psychiatric services require a comprehensive referral from your GP.

Medication Review

60‑minute medication review.

A GP referral is required to purchase this service.

Referrals will be triaged to determine whether it is suitable to be seen via an online appointment.

Our psychiatric team does not prescribe; however, we will conduct a comprehensive assessment and then refer you either to our Nurse Practitioner, or back to your GP to manage your medication.

• Comprehensive Assessment: Review of all current medicines (prescribed, over-the-counter, and complementary), including their purpose, appropriateness, and effectiveness.
• Patient-Centered Approach: Patient views, understanding, concerns, and experiences with their medicines are actively discussed and considered.
• Problem Identification: Any issues with access, adherence, side effects, or day-to-day management are identified and discussed.
• Goal Setting and Action Plan: The patient and health professional agree on goals and an action plan to address identified problems and optimize medicine use.
• Collaboration: Recommendations may be made to the patient, their GP, or other health professionals, and changes are implemented with the patient’s agreement.
• Formal Documentation: A written report including problems identified, goals set, actions taken, and follow-up. This information is formally documented to ensure transparency and continuity of care. The report will be sent to your GP to manage your medication.

Psychiatric Consultation

A GP referral is required to purchase this service.

Referrals will be triaged to determine whether it is suitable to be seen via an online appointment.

What Happens in a Psychiatric Consultation

Initial Assessment

• The first appointment usually lasts between 1 to 1.5 hours.
• The psychiatrist will ask detailed questions about your mental health history, current symptoms, personal background, family history, and any relevant medical issues.
• You may be asked about your lifestyle, relationships, work, and any stressors or significant life events.
• The psychiatrist may also want to speak with family members or other health professionals involved in your care, with your consent.

Diagnosis and Formulation

• The psychiatrist will work towards understanding your difficulties and may take a few sessions to make a full diagnosis.
• They will integrate information from your personal narrative, medical history, and any other sources you provide to develop a comprehensive understanding of your situation.

Treatment Planning

• After assessment, the psychiatrist will discuss a treatment plan tailored to your needs, which may include:
  • Medication
  • Psychological therapies
  • Lifestyle recommendations
  • Referrals to other mental health professionals or community services.
• The plan will consider your preferences, family situation, and cultural background.

Support and Follow-Up

• You are encouraged to bring a support person, such as a family member or friend, to the consultation if you wish.
• Follow-up appointments are usually shorter (around 30 minutes) and focus on monitoring progress and adjusting treatment as needed.

ADHD Assessment

Please visit our Diagnostic Assessment page for more information.

Information for Medical Practitioners