Telehealth appointments are a great option in a country like Australia. Whether you are in a rural and remote region or have difficulties with transportation, you don’t have to miss out on quality mental health services.
Similarly so many of us have demanding work schedules that makes it harder to access services during office hours. Telehealth counselling and services can therefore be a great solution with options to access support in the late afternoon and evenings. Research shows that accessing therapy online is just as effective as speaking with a psychologist in person too.
Funding Options
In an attempt to best support the community, we have a number of funding options that can help to subsidise therapy. Some of these are listed below:
Medicare Better Access
Under this scheme you can access up to 10 sessions per calendar year when you are referred with a Mental Health Care Plan from a General Practitioner. Read More
Connect to Wellbeing Services
Under the scheme, there are numerous at risk groups that have been recognised by the Primary Health Network. As a result, they fund a Suicide Prevention Program and additional services for people at risk of homelessness, experiencing perinatal depression, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community, and children under 12 years of age. They also have funding options available for those effected by extreme natural disasters, including flooding and bush fires. Read More
Department of Veteran Affairs
Blocks of 12 sessions are allocated when referred by a General Practitioner. Read More
Workers Compensation
This relates to clients who have an active case manager and allocated sessions for Psychological support. Read More
NDIS
For self-managed or plan managed clients. Read More
Common Referral Reasons for
Telehealth Appointments
Cassandra Burford works exclusively via telehealth. She works with young people and adults, with a special interest in older adults and those navigating treatment for chronic conditions like cancer. She is available Wednesday, Thursday and Friday with after hours appointments available for those who are juggling other commitments during typical work hours. Cassandra accepts referrals for a range of different difficulties, including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress and burnout
- Trauma
- Adjusting to medical conditions and diagnoses
- Adjustment disorders
- Relationship stress and conflicts
- Pain management
- Anger management
- Addiction
- And more…
Things To Keep In Mind for your Telehealth Appointments
To ensure that you get the most from your telehealth appointments, there are a few things that you will need to organise before your session. This includes:
- A reliable internet connection
- A device that has a video function and microphone
- A private and confidential space