Mental Health

Program Details

Better Outcomes in Mental Health (BOiMH)

This program is funded by the Australian Government and aims to support GPs in improving the quality of care provided through general practice to Australians with a mental health disorder.  This is achieved through the provision of mental health education and training for GPs and more support for their patients from allied health professionals and psychiatrists.  GPs can refer eligible patients to appropriately trained allied health providers to support patients who would otherwise be disadvantaged in accessing these services. Accoras has also contracted the services of a number of Psychologists a language other than English, in order to ensure people from all cultural backgrounds can access appropriate support. Please visit the Better Outcomes in Mental Health page to find out more.

Better Access to Mental Health Care

The Australian Government introduced a number of Medicare items to provide better and more affordable mental health care. These Medicare services promote a team approach to mental health care, with General Practitioners encouraged to work with Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, and other allied mental health professionals to increase the availability of care. Accoras has established a psychology clinic which utilises the Better Access Medicare items, to help meet the growing demand for early intervention mental health services on Brisbane’s Southside.Bulk-billing is available for patients referred by their General Practitioner through Better Access, with all services also available at a low-cost sessional fee. The clinic offers a range of services, including treatment for Depression, Anxiety and child and adolescent behavioural issues, as well as group workshops for parents and children across a range of topics. For more information, please visit the Brisbane Family Psychology website or call the team on 3306 1083.

General Practice Liaison Assessment Service (GLAS)

GLAS is an innovative program facilitating GP referrals for 'one off assessment and management plans' by Psychiatrists, for patients with mental health problems, where appropriate. GLAS is a jointly developed program by Accoras and Belmont Private Hospital. Please visit the GLAS page to find out more.

Mental Health Nurse Initiative

Accoras has established a model to engage Mental Health Nurses to work from general practices that do not have the patient numbers, infrastructure or do not wish to employ their own Mental Health Nurse. These nurses provide coordinated clinical care and treatment for people with severe mental disorders. Please visit the Mental Health Nurse Initiative page for more information.