For crisis support call Lifeline on 13 11 14, MH Call 1300 642 255 or in an emergency call 000
GPs are the most common providers of mental health services. The following tools and resources may be useful in general practice mental health care.
GPs can access an expanded range of Brisbane North PHN commissioned mental health, alcohol and other drugs and suicide prevention services to support their patients.
For more information download the My Mental Health Services Map and the North Brisbane and Moreton Bay mental health, suicide prevention and alcohol and other drug service magazine
Mental Health Skills Training (MHST) - Level 1
Focussed Psychological Strategies (FPS) - Level 2
Occupational therapists in mental health; referral pathways and funding schemes.
Accredited Mental Health Social Workers are recognised providers with Medicare, delivering clinical social work services in mental health settings and utilising a range of evidence-based strategies.
A GP & Health Professional's guide to the NDIS can be found here
Information on the Chronic Disease Management (CDM) items that are available under Medicare to patients with a chronic medical condition.
Access the quick reference guide, including GP management plans and team care arrangements.
View or download the PDF, 'Eating disorders: a professional resource for general practitioners'.
Resources for health professionals working with refugees.
Information on booking and using interpreters.
GPs and other health professionals are encouraged to take care of their own physical, mental, emotional and social health and seek support when required. The tool is designed for health care professionals to look after their self-care needs.
The eMHPrac Guide to Digital Mental Health Resources provides a useful overview of various Australian online programs, apps, crisis helplines and information sites.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
Brisbane North PHN wishes to acknowledge the experience and expertise of the My Mental Health Steering Committee, delegates of the Peer Participation in Mental Health Services (PPIMS) network and health professionals in developing the My Mental Health Website.
