Caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical wellbeing. At Kardinia Health, we understand that good healthcare relies on strong connections between you and your care team, as well as among the professionals supporting you. That’s why we take a multidisciplinary approach, with GPs and Geelong psychologists working together to provide the best care for your mental health.
How Kardinia Health’s Geelong Psychologists and GPs Collaborate for Your Care
Your mental health journey often starts with your GP. While you don’t need a referral to see a psychologist, visiting your GP first can be helpful in several ways. They can recommend a psychologist who best matches your needs and circumstances, ensuring you receive the most appropriate support.
Your GP can also assess whether you’re eligible for a Mental Health Treatment Plan. An initiative designed to make accessing psychological care more affordable. This plan outlines your treatment goals, available support services, and your agreed-upon next steps. It also allows you to claim Medicare rebates for up to 10 individual and 10 group sessions with a mental health professional each calendar year.
Once you’re connected with a psychologist, your GP and psychologist may work together through a shared care approach to ensure your treatment remains consistent and well-coordinated. While psychologists won’t share detailed therapy notes, they can, with your consent provide your GP with general updates or treatment recommendations to help support your broader health needs.
This collaborative approach helps ensure that your care is well connected, with both your physical and mental health considered together.
Meet the Geelong Psychologists at Kardinia Health
Our team of experienced Geelong psychologists provide a wide range of services to support mental health across all ages and stages of life. Our psychologists work with individuals dealing with:
- Anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Parenting challenges and child-focused concerns
- Perinatal mental health, including support during and after pregnancy
- Birth-related trauma
- Couples’ counselling
- Drug and alcohol use concerns
Many of our psychologists specialise in evidence-based therapies. This includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which focuses on building practical strategies to improve thought patterns and behaviours.
No matter the concern, our psychology team takes a compassionate, personalised approach to care. Tailoring therapy to suit each person’s unique needs and goals.
Why Connected Care Matters
By offering integrated services under one roof, Kardinia Health Medical Centre makes it easier to access a range of healthcare professionals in one location. Whether you’re seeing your GP, a psychologist, or another provider, our team works together to deliver coordinated care that supports your overall wellbeing.
Take the First Step
If you’re considering psychological support, we encourage you to speak with your GP at Kardinia Health Medical Centre in Geelong. Together, we can help you find the right psychologist to support your mental health journey.
To discuss your options or book an appointment with your GP, please contact the clinic today.
