For GPs and health professionals
Referrals for psychology support.
A clear referral pathway for GPs, psychiatrists, support coordinators, rehabilitation consultants and other care providers.
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Download the GP referral guide.
This one-page guide summarises referral channels, locations, language options and the practical information needed to make a referral.
Sending a referral
Use the channel that keeps clinical information in the right place.
HealthLink and Medical Objects are preferred for clinical referrals and supporting documents. Reception can help with an administrative question about service fit or availability.
HealthLink
Use HealthLink EDI breathen where available.
Medical Objects
Use provider number 1620212Y where available.
Reception
Referral scope
Referrals are considered in the context of the person and the service requested.
Therapy
Trauma, anxiety, mood, adjustment stress, attachment concerns and related presentations may be considered.
Assessment
Adult ADHD, autism and AuDHD assessment enquiries can be discussed when assessment planning is appropriate.
Adult ADHD assessment
Autism and AuDHD assessment
AuDHD assessment
Language access
Appointments may be available in English, Cantonese or Mandarin, depending on suitability and availability.
Funding and pathways
Useful client-facing pages to share.
Medicare rebates
Information about Mental Health Treatment Plans, fees and possible rebates.
NDIS psychology support
Information for self-managed and plan-managed participants.
Funding pathways
Information on other funding arrangements that may need approval.
Common questions
Questions from referrers.
How can a referral be sent?
Clinical referrals and documents can be sent through HealthLink EDI breathen or Medical Objects provider number 1620212Y where available. Reception can help with an administrative question.
Which clients may be referred?
Referrals may be considered for adults and older adolescents seeking therapy or assessment, depending on service fit, risk, availability, funding and client needs.
Are Cantonese or Mandarin appointments available?
Appointments may be available in English, Cantonese or Mandarin, depending on suitability and availability.
Are progress updates available?
Updates or reports may be provided at clinically relevant points where consent and the clinical context allow.
Administrative contact
Ask a referral or availability question.
Reception can help with the practical details before you send a referral.
Contact details
0431 828 769
reception@breathe-n-smile.com
HealthLink EDI: breathen
Medical Objects: 1620212Y
Please share administrative details only. Do not include identifiable client information, reports or urgent material in this form.