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Creating Connection: Blog

Four questions to ask before going on a therapist's wait list

15/6/2022

 
What’s the longest you have every waited for anything?

​Life is full of waiting.  You wait for concerts, wait for the RACV when your car won’t start, wait for the microwave to heat up your food.

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And many people seeking mental health support wait on waiting lists.  

How long should you wait for a mental health appointment?
Recently one of my children  attended their first ever music concert.  
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Do you remember the first concert you ever attended? I think my first was Australian Crawl, my favourite was U2 at Festival Hall (I think), before they started touring stadiums, which my best girlfriend took me to for my birthday.  


(We had great seats and it was a magic night. It was amazing.)

The tickets to see The Kid Laroi were purchased about six months ago. My child has been counting down the weeks, the days and then the hours.  I’ve been listening to The Kid Laroi in the car for at least that long.

 
They were dropped in the city to meet with friends around 5pm, lined up to get into the arena, purchased some merchandise, sat through two support acts, posted lead up photos in a private discord chat (so I didn’t see any, because I’m the mum), sat through a sound check by the act themselves and saw the clock hit start time – 9pm.
 
And sat
 
And waited
 
And then at 9.35pm the show was called off due to The Kid Laroi being ill.
 
All that waiting.
 
I  couldn’t do anything about their waiting.  

​but I am trying to do something about people being told they have to wait for a mental health appointment. ​
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How long does it take to get an appointment with a psychologist?
I have had clients say they have been told to expect a year’s wait to get into a psychologist.  Now this has been the most extreme example, but I regularly receive calls from people saying they’ve been told to ring around as they will need to wait months and months before being able to get help.

This is problematic in so many ways.

For a start, it’s simply not true.  

Whilst there are clinicians who are booked out in advance, many more aren’t.  

​And while it’s really hard waiting for an artist who doesn’t show, it’s much harder sitting on a waiting list when you need support.


If you've been advised to go on a waiting list, here are four questions to ask.
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Mental Health Professionals with immediate availability for Telehealth appointments.

17/9/2021

 
Are you sick of being stuck on a waiting list? Stressed out not knowing when it will be time for you?

Private mental health support can be provided by professionals including psychologists, counsellors, accredited mental health nurses and mental health social workers. 
T
he mental health professionals listed below are ready to help you right now.  

The following list was updated 6th February 2024
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It can be difficult to know where to find clinicians who have availability.
The Telehealth Availability List can help.  
The following is a list of clinicians who have immediate availability, using the Telehealth model.  
These clinicians will not place you on a waiting list. 

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**The information listed has been provided by the psychologist or other mental health practitioner.  The author of this article takes no responsibility as to the information provided.  All responsibility is yours to explore the information and make your decision as to whether you wish to make a booking or referral. 
ositive Young Minds 
​Kim Ross (Psychologist)
www.positiveyoungminds.com.au.
Phone: 0408533515
Ages: Children and adolescents aged 6-18. Parents. 
Presentations: 
  • School Anxiety, School Can't, and Learning Difficulties- helping you and your child through their school journey.
  • Parents with children (including adult children) who are neurodiverse and have an NDIS plan for psychology (NDIS self-managed)
  • Children and Adolescents aged 6-18 for who are wanting to improve emotional regulation, connection, sleep, anxiety, and anger.   
Funding: Medicare, Private, Health Insurance (check your individual cover),NDIS self managed, VOCAT

Balanced Mind Body Psychology
Renee Johnston (Psychology)
https://balancedmindbodypsychology.com.au/
Phone: (07) 5241 4825
Mobile: 0493 509 292
Ages: 18+
Presentations: Broad range of presentations including Anxiety,
Autism, ADHD, Grief and Loss, and
Perimenopause/Menopause.

Funding: Medicare; NDIS (self-managed or plan managed), Private Pay, Health Insurance, Workcover
Therapy and Assessments

Enhance Life Psychology
Nonie Carr (Counselling Psychologist)
www.enhancelife.com.au 
Phone: 0412657234
Ages: Adolescents and Adults
Presentations: Anxiety, Trauma, Enhancing performance in the following areas: Sports, Artistic, School and Business.
Funding Sources: Include Private Payment, Medicare, 

CarolanPsych
Luke Carolan (Psychologist)
www.carolanpsych.au
Phone: 0426450902
Ages: 16+
Presentations: Broad range of presentations, particularly anxiety, depression and stress
Funding Sources: Medicare, Private

Enriching Lives Psychology
Carly Dober, Psychologist
www.enrichinglivespsychology.com.au
Phone: 1300286125
Ages: 10-65+
Presentations: PTDS, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, stress


SB Psychology
Srolic Barber (Psychologist)
www.srolicbarber.com
Phone: 0450714262
Ages: Adults
Presentations: ADHD - in adults, support and strategies for parents with children with ADHD, Relationship difficulties, Anger issues, Anxiety, OCD and Phobias

Shannon Morley (Educational & Developmental Psychologist)
www.shannonmorley.com.au
Phone: 0409 545 009
Ages: 7-25 yo (children, teens and young adult women)
Broad range of presentations including Anxiety, Social/friendships, Transitions, Grief/loss, and School-Related Issues.
Communities: Autistic Clients and ADHD 
Funding:  Medicare, NDIS (self-managed)

Eve Psychology
Evelyn Moser-Burgess (Psychologist)
www.evepsychology.com.au
Phone: 02 8006 9114
Ages: 18+
Presentation: Anxiety, depression, grief & loss, improving overall wellbeing & goal achievement Funding: Medicare, Private Fee, WorkCover/SIRA
 
Awakening Creative Therapies
Mei Sze Goh (Counsellor and Sensorimotor Art Therapist)
www.awakeningct.com.au
Phone number - 0481 841 118
Ages: Primary and Secondary School age children. Parents
Presentation: Childhood Trauma, Exposure to Trauma, Emotional Regulation, Grief and Loss, Relationships (parent child/parent-parent), Anxiety
Funding sources: Private health insurance (check individual cover), NDIS self-managed, Private Fee

The Nurture Lounge Psychology Clinic 
Tamika Langdon (Psychologist)
www.thenurturelounge.com
Phone: 0466 956 448
Ages: 18+
Presentation: 
Anxiety, Relationships & Intimacy, Self Exploration & Life adjustment, Trauma & Attachment, Chronic Health Conditions  
Funding: Medicare, Private, NDIS

How much does it cost to see a clinician?
The cost of appointments will vary.  

Clinicians on this list run private practices, and are able to set their fees at a price they choose. You do not need a referral to see any of the below clinicians.  All clinicians listed below will take private fee paying clients.  You may be eligible to claim a rebate through Medicare with an appropriate referral This does not mean you will receive a free service.  

Reaching out to get help is a difficult process for most people.  If you are reaching out and finding it hard to find someone who feels right, please don't give up. 

FOR URGENT ASSISTANCE

And if you need urgent help remember that private mental health practitioners are NOT crisis support services. 

If you require immediate assistance please contact 24/7 crisis lines such as:

- Lifeline (13 11 14)
- Beyond Blue Support Service (1300 22 4636)
If you require emergency support please dial 000 (within Australia).

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Kind Regards

Kim Ross
Psychologist | Positive Young Minds | Walking is Awesome Program.

ps. If you are a psychologist or mental health professional I encourage you to share this list information widely. You can register your interest to be included on The Availability List. 

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    * These articles are provided by Kim Ross, Psychologist for general information and education .  They are not designed to be used for therapy..  If you are experiencing stress please contact your GP or mental health professional. 

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