Mental Health

Finding the right mental health professional for you

Find out the difference between different kinds of mental health professionals and how to access them, so you can make the right choice for your mental health.

Written by Editor Medibank
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There are many types of mental health professionals, each with different training, skills and ways of supporting people. From GPs and psychiatrists to psychologists and peer workers, knowing how each one can support you is an important first step to seeking help.

This guide aims to help you understand the different kinds of mental health professionals, what they do and how to access their services, to help you get the mental health support that’s right for you.

Mental health professionals

How to find a mental health professional near you

Other than talking to your GP, another way to look for a specialist in mental health is with the search tools provided by some key mental health professional organisations.

Medibank members# with a GP Mental Health Care Plan can also book a telehealth psychology session with the Virtual Psychology Clinic.

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24/7 Medibank Mental Health Support

Medibank health insurance members can chat to a mental health professional about how they feel and ask questions about a range of mental health concerns for themselves or a loved one and get guidance on what they can do next. Chat online or call 1800 644 325 anytime of the day or night, 7 days a week at no extra cost.~

How can we help?

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I want to know how my cover supports mental health

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I need help and want to talk

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Things you need to know

# Member must be 18 + and hold a Medibank health insurance policy. 

~ Some referred services may involve out of pocket costs and waiting periods may apply.

While we hope you find this information helpful, please note that it is general in nature. It is not health advice, and is not tailored to meet your individual health needs. You should always consult a trusted health professional before making decisions about your health care. While we have prepared the information carefully, we can’t guarantee that it is accurate, complete or up-to-date. And while we may mention goods or services provided by others, we aren’t specifically endorsing them and can’t accept responsibility for them. For these reasons we are unable to accept responsibility for any loss that may be sustained from acting on this information (subject to applicable consumer guarantees).