Allied Health Services
Medical care alone is rarely enough. Social work, psychology and podiatry are available at the practice, so referrals are quick and joined up.
What's included
- Social worker — psychosocial support, counselling and family interventions
- Psychologist — mental health assessment, therapy, trauma and stress management
- Podiatrist — foot care, diabetic foot assessment, orthotics and gait analysis
Social work
Support with grants and documentation, family interventions, substance use counselling and links to community resources.
Psychology
Assessment and therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and stress, for individuals, couples and families.
Podiatry
Diabetic foot screening, nail and callus care, orthotics and gait analysis for pain and mobility problems.
Who this may suit
- Patients who need counselling or psychosocial support alongside medical care
- People managing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma or grief
- Patients with diabetes or foot and mobility problems
What to expect
- 1You can be referred by the doctor or book directly through reception.
- 2The practitioner assesses your needs and agrees a plan with you.
- 3Care is coordinated with the doctor where you consent to that.
- 4Sessions are confidential.
Important limitations
Practitioner availability varies by day — reception can confirm current availability. For life-threatening emergencies, call 112 from a mobile phone, call 10177 for an ambulance, or go to the nearest emergency department. This practice does not replace a hospital emergency department.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to see the doctor first?
No. You can be referred by the doctor or book an allied health appointment directly through reception.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes. Information is shared with the doctor only where you consent to that.
Which practitioners are available?
A social worker, a psychologist and a podiatrist work with the practice. Availability days vary, so please confirm with reception.