Mental Health Commission

GPs, Psychologists and Psychiatrists

Seeing a mental health professional 

You may wish to see a psychologist, psychiatrist or other mental health professional for support.

A good first step is to visit your General Practitioner (GP) for advice or referrals to these services, or search online for a professional in your area. GPs are also well-placed to provide mental health assessments and develop a mental health treatment plan for most instances of mild to moderate mental health conditions.

How your GP can help?

A patient in an appointment with their general practitioner (doctor).

Medicare support – Better Access initiative

The Better Access initiative provides rebates and access via Medicare to mental health professionals and team-based care, including:

  • appointments with psychologists and other allied mental health professionals 
  • team-based care 
  • telehealth (online or phone appointments).

You will generally need to see your GP for a referral.

Find out more

Finding a professional yourself?

To find a professional yourself, the following organisation provides directories of registered professionals:

One-stop-shop centres

Looking for support for children aged 0-12 years?

You can access the Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub Midland, operated by Parkerville Children and Youth Care Service, which provides free mental health support for children experiencing mild to moderate developmental, mental health, behavioural or emotional challenges, and their families. The service primarily supports families in the City of Swan, however, out-of-area referrals can be considered when appropriate and when the service has capacity. Families can contact the service to explore alternative support and referral options that may be available to them locally.

Between 12 and 25 years?

Local headspace centres are available in regions around Western Australia. They are provided by the Australian Government through the WA Primary Health Alliance and delivered by youth specialist community-based organisations.

An adult in Perth (18+)?

Medicare Mental Health Centres are a walk-in service for adults aged 18+ and are open from 10am to 8pm every day. There are centres located in Armadale, Midland, Gosnells and Mirrabooka. 

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