Bita Riazati is a psychoanalyst and psychologist offering treatment in Hawthorn. This is a psychoanalytically oriented practice accepting GP referrals – however referrals are optional and I don’t need one to see you. I don’t keep any waitlist and offer a time where available. Let’s make a time to talk. bookings
GP Referral to Bita Psychology Hawthorn
- Availability
- Referral from public and doctors
- Medicare rebate: Using Medicare is optional and not everyone wants to use Medicare. According to the Australian Psychological Society, it is your responsibility to obtain a valid referral letter (see check-list). Medicare only gives rebate for individual treatment and only for a limited number of sessions. This practice strictly follows the Australian Government Medicare guidelines.
Availability at the Hawthorn Practice
Hawthorn psychology practice is currently accepting new patient referrals for psychotherapy in Melbourne. Referrals can be directly from patients, general practitioners (GP), pediatricians, psychiatrists, colleagues and healthcare providers. We accept mental health care plans and disease management plans. Patients may be eligible for some rebates, however people are generally expected to pay for treatment in the long-term. We are not a bulk-billing practice.
Appointments may be available during the day or in the evening. Patients may bring a valid referral with them to their appointment.
How do I book with the psychologist in Hawthorn?
You can directly book an appointment with the psychologist in Hawthorn. Your referral to me can be about discussing your diagnosis, psychotherapy treatment, a report or any administrative matter. I charge fees in Hawthorn. A rebate may be available if you present with a valid Medicare referral and mental health care plan.
Psychological Referrals are Accepted at Bita Psychology Hawthorn
As an experienced psychologist in Hawthorn I accept referrals for individuals across the life span. My psychoanalytic listening enables me to treat a wide range of difficulties and disorders stemming from trauma and attachment in childhood. Such as relationship and interpersonal conflicts, addictions, chronic anxiety, sexual issues, obsessive compulsive issues and depression.
In addition, I provide assessment and treatment to children and adolescents presenting with behavioral and emotional disorders.
For Doctors Referring to the Psychologist in Hawthorn
Your patient is invited to contact my psychology practice in Hawthorn directly to book an appointment. I usually review the information from the booking and contact your patient to book the initial session.
As the referring doctor you can create a valid Medicare referral and mental health care plan and provide a copies to your patient. Medicare conducts regular audits with psychologists, so the checklist ensures compliance of this practice with Medicare rules.
This practice strictly follows the Better Access Initiative Services Australia guidelines.
