Eating disorders

We appreciate that treating eating disorders must not only treat the eating disorder itself but address the range of mental challenges that come with it; past, present and future. We know that strong collaboration between you, your treatment team and your support system provides the strongest possibility to achieve your treatment objectives. With your permission, at points in your treatment, we will collaborate with your family and support system this helps us and your support team understand and work with you more effectively.

To get a referral for subsidised Medicare sessions

Make an appointment with a GP –tell the receptionist that the appointment is for a Mental Health Care Plan. This will allow them to set enough time for your appointment.
Speak to your GP about your mental health – discuss your symptoms, what has been happening for you and how it is impacting your life. You may find it helpful to bring a support person to your GP appointment.
Ask the GP to email a copy of your referral to admin@thepsychologytalk.com.au
Book your first initial appointment with us online. from your first appointment we will work together for regularly scheduled appointments to support your treatment goals.

Booking your first appointment

Step 1

Book your date and time for your initial 90min appointment online. We will schedule additional and ongoing appointments together in your next session if needed. *remember if you are claiming medicare rebates remember to have your GP Mental Health Treatment Plan before your first appointment with us

Step 2

Provide payment card details. This will be the card to be used for payment for your initial and ongoing appointments. We take and store this securely to make your life easier. Your payment will be taken approximately 20 minutes into your appointment automatically.

Step 3

You will be sent a consent form with cancellation information and an intake form. This can be done on your phone or via email. Please complete this before your first appointment so we can make the most of our time together.

FAQ

How do I get a referral?

1. Medicare – you will need a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan referral to be eligible for a Medicare rebate before your first appointment. 2. Self- referral – you can refer yourself and book via our website, however you won’t be eligible for a Medicare rebate.

What to expect in our sessions

Your first appointment is about understanding you and your history better so we will focus on information gathering. This is important so your valuable time can be tailored to your needs. You will also be provided with some initial tools to help manage your symptoms before your next appointment. We discuss any questions you have. From there we will discuss a plan for ongoing appointments and confirm what your desired outcome is as well as ongoing treatment options. We understand that seeing a psychologist can be overwhelming, and it is very normal to feel nervous and even anxious. We work to provide as comfortable of an environment for you as possible. We encourage feedback on your sessions for what is working well, and what isn't. We will work with you to find the most effective approach for your mental health treatment.

How do I book appointments?

Book online for your first initial appointment. During our first appointment together, we will schedule ongoing appointments together based on your needs.

Get in touch

The Psychology Talk Clinic Townsville

Shop 6 68-70 Railway Ave, Townsville, QLD 4810

0477 188 175 admin@thepsychologytalk.com.au

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