Information for GPs & Other Referrers
Supporting collaborative care
We begin with a comprehensive Pre-Therapy Psychometric Assessment, included as part of our service, which each client completes before their initial appointment with one of our psychologists.
This helps build a detailed understanding of your patient’s psychological wellbeing. Rather than focusing on just one concern, it screens for a broad range of emotional, behavioural and cognitive symptoms to identify patterns that may be contributing to your patient’s current difficulties.
Our pre-therapy assessment includes a comprehensive, DSM-5–aligned screening assessment covering a broad range of common mental health disorders, supporting more focused assessment, informed diagnosis, personalised treatment planning, and more efficient, targeted care.
The assessment is included as part of our standard therapy service at no additional cost to the patient, with a summary of the findings provided to both the patient and referring doctor.
Our approach
Working Collaboratively with Referring Practitioners
We believe effective communication with GPs, psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals is an important part of delivering high-quality psychological care.
Our service includes:
Straightforward referral processes
Australia-wide secure telehealth appointments
Evidence-based assessment and treatment
Medicare and privately funded appointments
Prompt communication with referring practitioners
How to refer
Referral letters and Mental Health Plans can be:
Faxed to: 03 979901999
Emailed to: admin@bigchangespsychology.com.au
or click on Add a File below and Submit