Mental Health Services at ThriveGP Medical Practice

At ThriveGP Medical Practice, we provide compassionate, confidential and holistic mental health support for people of all ages. Our GPs work closely with patients, families and allied health providers to support mental wellbeing close to home.

Mental Health Services Available

  • Mental health assessments 
  • GP Mental Health Treatment Plans (MHTPs) 
  • Anxiety and depression management 
  • Stress and burnout support 
  • Grief and adjustment counselling 
  • Sleep and fatigue assessment 
  • Youth mental health support 
  • Men’s and women’s mental health 
  • Mental health reviews and medication management 
  • Chronic illness and mental wellbeing support 
  • Referrals to psychologists, psychiatrists and community mental health services 
  • Telehealth mental health appointments where appropriate 

Under Medicare’s Better Access initiative, eligible patients can access Medicare-rebated psychology and allied mental health services following a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan. Typically, an initial referral allows up to 6 sessions, with additional sessions available after review. 

Mental Health Referral Pathways in NSW

Our GPs can assist with referrals to a range of NSW mental health services, including:

Psychology & Counselling Referrals

Referral pathways may include:

  • Clinical psychologists 
  • Registered psychologists 
  • Accredited mental health social workers 
  • Occupational therapists 

These services may be accessed privately, through Medicare rebates, or via Primary Health Network (PHN) funded programs. 

Psychiatrist Referrals

Where specialist assessment or medication management is required, patients may be referred to private psychiatrists in:

  • Goulburn 
  • Canberra 
  • Southern NSW 
  • Telepsychiatry services 

Community Mental Health Services

NSW community mental health teams support people with more complex or severe mental health conditions. Referrals can be made by:

  • GPs 
  • Hospitals 
  • Self-referral via NSW Accessline  – 18000 11511

Youth Mental Health Services

Young people aged 12–25 may also be referred to:

  • headspace 
  • school counselling supports 
  • youth-specific psychology services 

Crisis & Urgent Mental Health Support (NSW)

If immediate help is needed:

  • Emergency: Call 000 
  • NSW Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511 (24/7) 
  • Lifeline: 13 11 14 
  • Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 
  • Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 
  • Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 

Mental health is an important part of overall wellbeing. Our team is here to provide a safe, respectful and supportive environment where patients can access care, treatment and referral pathways tailored to their individual needs. If you or someone

you care about is struggling, please speak with your GP.

Heart Health Checks

MEN’S HEALTH MONTH – JUNE

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness in Australian men. A simple check-up can identify risks
early.
Anyone 30 – 75 years is eligible.
Recommended from age of 45 years.
What Can Be Checked?
 Blood pressure assessment
 Cholesterol testing
 Heart disease risk assessment
 Smoking and lifestyle review
 Family history review

MEN’S HEALTH MONTH – JUNE

A Health Check Today Can Prevent Problems Tomorrow

Many health conditions develop slowly and without symptoms. A regular check-up with your GP can help detect
issues early, improve quality of life, and reduce the risk of serious illness. Ask your GP today.


Blood Pressure Check
High blood pressure often has no symptoms and can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney disease.


Heart Health Assessment
Assessment of cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes risk, smoking, lifestyle risks and family history.

Diabetes Screening
Simple blood tests can identify Type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Bowel Cancer Screening
Important for men aged 45–74. Early detection saves lives.

Skin Cancer Checks
Checks for new or changing spots, non-healing lesions and sun-damaged skin.

Prostate Health Discussion
Discussion about PSA testing, urinary symptoms and prostate cancer risk.

Mental Health & Wellbeing
Support for stress, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, burnout and work pressures.

Weight & Lifestyle Review
Advice regarding weight management, exercise, diet, smoking reduction and sleep.

Sexual Health Checks
Confidential support for erectile dysfunction, low testosterone symptoms and STI screening.

Immunisations
Advice regarding flu vaccine, COVID boosters, shingles, pneumococcal and tetanus vaccines.

Prostate & Bowel Health

Early detection greatly improves treatment outcomes for prostate and bowel conditions.
What Can Be Checked?
 PSA discussion and testing if appropriate
 Urinary symptom review
 Bowel cancer screening if appropriate
 Family history review
 Early detection advice