Access to
information and extra support is important when you are experiencing mental
health difficulties. Here are some useful resources and links to get you started.
Your General Practitioner (GP)
Your GP is
a great place to start. If you think you might be suffering from a mental
health issue, or just want to explore your options for support, make an
appointment with your local GP.
GP’s will
often perform a general check-up or assessment to see whether you require
additional support. From there, they can refer you to an appropriate
psychologist or a psychiatrist. If required, they may also prescribe medication
to help you with your symptoms.
Professional Mental Health Support
Psychologists,
psychiatrists, social workers and other mental health workers are trained in
areas such as depression & anxiety. You may like to obtain a Mental Health
Care plan from your GP which will lower the cost of visiting a mental health
professional.
You can
find a psychologist in your local area by visiting the Australian Psychological
Society’s ‘Find a Psychologist’ page: https://www.psychology.org.au/Find-a-Psychologist
Beyond Blue also has an extensive directory of people that can help: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/find-a-professional
Swinburne University Psychology Clinic
The
Swinburne Psychology Clinic was established to provide a range of low-cost
psychological services to the Melbourne community. Located in Hawthorn, the
clinic provides over 500 individuals with access to low-cost counselling, psychological
assessment and group therapy treatment. Please click here to find out more: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/lss/psychology/pc/
Head to Health
If you are
looking for more resources or further information you can find it at Head to Health. Head to Health directs
you to a range of service providers, information, online tools, and resources
so you can find the best fit for your needs. Find out more here: https://headtohealth.gov.au/
Immediate Help
If you or someone you know is feeling suicidal,
experiencing a crisis or are in need of immediate help please contact one of
the 24/7 services listed here immediately.