This practice is Covid aware and recommended hygiene principles are applied. Hygienic cleaning practices are observed in consulting rooms. Clients are requested to use hand sanitizer on entering the premises. Please inform us if you have any cold or flu like symptoms; have recently travelled overseas or interstate, or have had recent contact with anyone testing positive for Covid -19 virus.

For practical information and resources on looking after your mental and physical health

Helplines

In an emergency call 000 or visit your local emergency department

Helplines can provide you with immediate access to support and advice that is confidential, free and anonymous.

Mental Health Emergency Response 1300 555 788 (Metro) or 1800 552 002 (Rural link)

Lifeline 13 11 14

Kids Helpline 1800 551 800

beyond blue 1300 224 636

Alcohol and Drug Support Line 08 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 (Country)

Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467

The Samaritans Crisis Line 08 9381 5555 (main line) or 1800 198 313 (Country Toll Free)

Child Protection and Family Support Crisis Care Helpline*

08 9223 1111 or 1800 199 008 (Country Toll Free)

Carer Gateway (support&services, Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm)* 1800 422 737

Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 (5 to 25 year olds)

Butterfly Foundation (eating disorders) 1800 334 673

Headspace (12- 25 year olds) 1800 022 222

Family and Domestic Violence

https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/subjects/family-and-domestic-violence

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General Information for GPs:

AMHSW's are registered providers with Medicare Australia. They have been assessed by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) on behalf of the Commonwealth Government as having specialist mental health expertise.

AMHSW's have a breadth of experience in assessing and treating people who have mental health disorders. AMHSW's are experts in the broader implications of mental health issues such as ; relationship conflict, family conflict, life crises, and other negative life experiences.

AMHSW's use a wide range of evidence based therapeutic interventions including: Interpersonal Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, Relaxation Strategies, Psychoeducation, Structured Problem Solving, Parenting Skills Training, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Referral Information for GPs:

After the creation of a Mental Health Care Plan with referral to,

Jean Chaney AMHSW, Hill Top Counselling Centre.

Your patient can then contact below to arrange an appointment.

0414 293 234