Map of commissioned services - Mental Health

The Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN has commissioned health service providers to provide mental health services across the region. Click on an area of the map below to see services and providers for that region.

South Burnett Region

RHealth

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Goondiwindi, Southern Downs, Western Downs, South Burnett, Cherbourg and Somerset regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4151 0794
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4151 0794. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: services@rhealth.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4151 0794

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

RHealth

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Southern Downs, Cherbourg and South Burnett regions.
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4151 0794
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4151 0794. Contact Information: Phone: 07 4638 1377 Email: services@rhealth.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4151 0794

Therapy Pro

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim and Somerset including outreach services to these regions. Also services Blackbutt.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, fax the referral form to 07 3112 4203
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3112 4203. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 004 414 Email: info@therapypro.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3112 4203

Burnett Allied Care

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Kingaroy
Services Offered	The Resilience and Health Group Program is a six-week program designed for people having difficulty managing stress and at risk of, or suffering low levels, of depression and anxiety. This program focuses on lifestyle factors that impact mental health such as sleep, diet and exercise. Information and support for participants in the program is provided by a physiotherapist, dietician and psychologist.
Eligibility Criteria	16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, fax the referral to 07 5315 0886
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 5315 0886. Contact Information Phone: 0458 525 787 Email: burnettalliedcare@gmail.com (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 5315 0886

Lives Lived Well

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Cherbourg Region, Goondiwindi Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Somerset Region, South Burnett Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@liveslivedwell.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

HealthWISE

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Ipswich, Somerset, Cherbourg and South Burnett regions, as well as the Boonah area.
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region.
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 1300 452 059 or send through Medical Objects.
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. For GPs and other service providers wanting to refer, fax the HealthWISE Referral Form to the HealthWISE Coordinated Referral Network using 1300 452 059 or via Medical Objects. Contact Information Phone: 1800 931 540 Email: mentalhealth@healthwisenenw.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 1300 452 059

Lainie Nicholson

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services the South Burnett region, specifically Kingaroy, Murgon and Blackbutt
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 5315 0886
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 5315 0886. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Lainie Nicholson Mobile: 0411 024 834 Email: lainienicholson@gmail.com (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 5315 0886

Nadine Hinchliff Therapy Services

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Kingaroy with some outreach to Nanango. Telephone and telehealth outreach services are also offered within the South Burnett.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4163 5014
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4163 5014. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Nadine Hinchliff Mobile: 0408 369 103 Email: nadine.hinchliff@gmail.com (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4163 5014

Western Downs Region

RHealth

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Goondiwindi, Southern Downs, Western Downs, South Burnett, Cherbourg and Somerset regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4151 0794
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4151 0794. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: services@rhealth.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4151 0794

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

Mi Mind Centre

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Goondiwindi, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Western Downs regions
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven.
Referral Pathway	For people residing in the Toowoomba, Goondiwindi, Western Downs and some of the Lockyer Valley, this service is delivered by Mi Mind Centre. Mi Mind Centre have linked with Our House Our Haven, Ipswich to deliver services to Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset. Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven. Contact Information: Mi Mind Centre Phone: 07 4613 0922 Email: office@mi-mindtrust.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4613 0944 Our House Our Haven Mobile: 0416 826 203 Email: info@ohoh.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3496 1753

Heather Linsley

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Dalby
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3532 5117
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3532 5117. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Heather Linsley Mobile: 0473 491 022 Email: hlinsley@bigpond.com (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3532 5117

Helen Druce

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Chinchilla and Miles
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please send the referral form through Medical Objects
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and send through Medical Objects. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Helen Druce Phone: 07 4665 5618 Mobile: 0427 974 761 Email: helen@creativeholisticcounselling.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Medical Objects)

Rural Sky

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services the Goondiwindi region with outreach services provided to Inglewood.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please contact Katherine Johnstone on 0475 391 260 or Suzie Collins on 0438 711 500.
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and contact Katherine or Suzie at the details below. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information Katherine Johnstone Mobile: 0475 391 260 Email: referral@ruralsky.com.au (please note: referrals cannot be sent via email, please call Katherine for the best method to send) Suzie Collins Mobile: 0438 711 500 Email: referral@ruralsky.com.au (please note: referrals cannot be sent via email, please call Suzie for the best method to send)

Lives Lived Well

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Cherbourg Region, Goondiwindi Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Somerset Region, South Burnett Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@liveslivedwell.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

Goolburri Aboriginal Health Advancement Co

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Goondiwindi Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region.
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4632 0548
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4632 0548. Contact Information: Phone: 07 4632 0338 Email: wadec@goolburri.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4632 0548

Barry Sheehan

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Jandowae and Chinchilla
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, fax the referral form to 07 4632 4041. Referrals can also be sent via Medical Objects.
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4632 4041. Referrals can also be sent via Medical Objects. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Barry Sheehan Phone: 0417 752 768 Email: barry@barrysheehan.com.au (please note: all referrals MUST be sent via fax or Medical Objects) Fax: 07 4632 4041

Mindware Psychology

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services the Toowoomba region, including face to face sessions in Crows Nest and Millmerran, and accepts referrals from across the Darling Downs region.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client. Mindware Psychology specialises in children aged 0 – 12.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4646 2452
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4646 2452. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Veronica McKeen Phone: 07 4646 4953 Mobile: 0426 294 015 Email: contact@mindwarepsychology.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4646 2452

Somerset Region

RHealth

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Goondiwindi, Southern Downs, Western Downs, South Burnett, Cherbourg and Somerset regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4151 0794
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4151 0794. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: services@rhealth.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4151 0794

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

Mi Mind Centre

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Goondiwindi, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Western Downs regions
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven.
Referral Pathway	For people residing in the Toowoomba, Goondiwindi, Western Downs and some of the Lockyer Valley, this service is delivered by Mi Mind Centre. Mi Mind Centre have linked with Our House Our Haven, Ipswich to deliver services to Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset. Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven. Contact Information: Mi Mind Centre Phone: 07 4613 0922 Email: office@mi-mindtrust.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4613 0944 Our House Our Haven Mobile: 0416 826 203 Email: info@ohoh.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3496 1753

Therapy Pro

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim and Somerset including outreach services to these regions. Also services Blackbutt.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, fax the referral form to 07 3112 4203
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3112 4203. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 004 414 Email: info@therapypro.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3112 4203

Neami National

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Ipswich Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Scenic Rim, Boonah Area, Somerset Region,
Services Offered	The Optimal Health Program is an eight-session self-development program promoting hope, growth and partnership. By the end of this program, individuals will have covered: Strategies to optimise and maintain mental health and wellbeing An understanding of stress, vulnerability, strengths and strategies The identification of collaborative partners and support network A plan to maintain mental health, manage stress and periods of illness Tools to manage effective change. All participants receive their own workbook and fortnightly one-on-one coaching session.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3375 7588
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3375 7588. Contact Information: Fiona Terry Phone: 07 3375 7333 Mobile: 0434 335 207 Email: fiona.terry@neaminational.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3375 7588

Lives Lived Well

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Cherbourg Region, Goondiwindi Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Somerset Region, South Burnett Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@liveslivedwell.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

HealthWISE

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Ipswich, Somerset, Cherbourg and South Burnett regions, as well as the Boonah area.
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region.
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 1300 452 059 or send through Medical Objects.
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. For GPs and other service providers wanting to refer, fax the HealthWISE Referral Form to the HealthWISE Coordinated Referral Network using 1300 452 059 or via Medical Objects. Contact Information Phone: 1800 931 540 Email: mentalhealth@healthwisenenw.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 1300 452 059

Toowoomba Region

Lumsden Psychology

Current Program	Per- and Poly-Fluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Program
Communities Serviced	Services Toowoomba, Oakey and Kingsthorpe
Services Offered	Delivering specialised mental health psychological and counselling services to people who identify as being adversely affected by per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) exposure and who live or work or have lived or worked in the Oakey PFAS investigation area.
Eligibility Criteria	Live or work or have lived or worked in the Oakey PFAS investigation area; and Identify as being adversely affected by per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) exposure. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fill out the referral form and send through Medical Objects.
Referral Pathway	Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. To refer patients into these services, please send the referral form through Medical Objects. Contact Information: Marguerite Lumseden Phone: 0427 647 847 Email: therapy@myapollo.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be made via Medical Objects)

Neami National

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley and Scenic Rim regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3103 4634
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Neami National are currently in the establishment phase of the program; however, general enquiries are welcome via email. Referrals can be made starting from 19 November 2018. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3103 4634. Contact Information Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: navigator@neaminational.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3103 4634

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

TOMNET (The Older Mens Network)

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Toowoomba region
Services Offered	TOMNET (The Older Mens Network) offers specialised support services and peer programs for men over 50, especially those at risk. This service includes up to twelve face to face or telephone sessions to help men manage anxiety and depression. The service aims to support men at risk plan a positive and meaningful retirement, facilitate engagement with community and health services, and positive ageing education.
Eligibility Criteria	Men aged 50 and over living in the Toowoomba region View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please contact TOMNET at the details below
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral or community service organisations. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and contact TOMNET at the details below. Contact Information Phone: 07 4638 9080 Email: admin@tomnet.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be made via fax)

Mi Mind Centre

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Goondiwindi, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Western Downs regions
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven.
Referral Pathway	For people residing in the Toowoomba, Goondiwindi, Western Downs and some of the Lockyer Valley, this service is delivered by Mi Mind Centre. Mi Mind Centre have linked with Our House Our Haven, Ipswich to deliver services to Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset. Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven. Contact Information: Mi Mind Centre Phone: 07 4613 0922 Email: office@mi-mindtrust.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4613 0944 Our House Our Haven Mobile: 0416 826 203 Email: info@ohoh.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3496 1753

Centre for Healthy Living

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services the towns of Clifton, Allora, Killarney, Warwick, Stanthorpe, Inglewood, Wallangarra and the rural populations around these centres.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4667 1333
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4667 1333. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Gordana Sloss Phone: 07 4661 3340 Email: admin@centreforhealthyliving.com.au (please note: referral MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4667 1333

Carbal Medical Services

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Toowoomba and Warwick
Services Offered	The Strong Mind, Strong Spirit program is a culturally appropriate support program designed to reach out to those with or at risk of mental illness, their family and community. The program is facilitated by Aboriginal Mental Health Workers and is delivered in a group setting with one-on-one counselling offered if required. There are at least two group sessions per week in both Toowoomba and Warwick including a women’s and men’s group.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year old Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4639 7450 (Toowoomba) or 07 4548 9550 (Warwick)
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4639 7450 (Toowoomba) or 07 4548 9550 (Warwick). Contact Information Toowoomba: Richard Turnbull Phone: 1300 379 558 Email: rturnball@carbal.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4639 7450 Warwick: Darleen Oliver Phone: 1300 379 558 Email: doliver@carbal.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4548 9550

Mental Illness Fellowship Queensland (MIFQ)

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Toowoomba Region, Ipswich Region, Boonah Area
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@mifq.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

Carbal Medical Services

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Toowoomba Region
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region.
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4633 9550
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4633 9550. Contact Information: Cathy Habgood Phone: 1300 379 558 Email: chabgood@carbal.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4633 9550

Lifeline Darling Downs and South West

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services Toowoomba
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client. Lifeline Darling Downs and South West delivers Targeted Psychological Therapies through their Creative Coping Group Therapy Program (a modified version of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy). This involves group therapy to support people with moderate mental health illness.
Eligibility Criteria	Participants must reside in the Darling Downs region, and fulfill the following requirements: be connected and engaged with a formal support service for the duration of the program (e.g. psychologist, counsellor, support worker) availability to attend the majority of the 20 week course, as attendance and participation is highly important have the ability and motivation to put the skills into practice in everyday life View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4699 1610
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4699 1610. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Sarah Owens Phone: 1300 991 443 Email: lifeline@lifelinedarlingdowns.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4699 1610

Richmond Fellowship Queensland

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Ipswich and Toowoomba
Services Offered	The New Sensations program offers a one-day workshop followed by up to four one-hour individual therapy sessions. The workshop will introduces participants to Sensory Modulation and the individual sessions tailor strategies to meet an individuals needs. Sensory Modulation can be described simply as improving the way someone feels or functions by using their senses. Sensory Modulation can help people to self-regulate when facing challenging moods, emotions, thoughts and feelings, especially when talking or thinking may be difficult. Participants learn strategies to improve their mood, manage their stress, feel more calm and relaxed or more alert and focused, and more motivated to get things done. Sensory items will be provided to explore in the group and some small items will be provided to take home.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3363 2557 (for West Moreton workshops)
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3363 2557 (for West Moreton workshops). Contact Information: Phone: 07 3363 2555 Email: newsensations@rfq.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3363 2557 (for Ipswich workshops) 07 3363 2598 (for Toowoomba workshops)

Alexandra Bryant

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services Toowoomba with some outreach within the Darling Downs region.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client. Alexandra specialises in children aged 0 – 12.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4642 1410
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4642 1410. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Alex Bryant Phone: 07 4637 9045 Mobile: 0438 840 782 Email: alexbryant@bigpond.com (please note: Referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4642 1410

Gillian Bensley

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Allora, Clifton and Inglewood
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call Gillian Bensley on 0417 618 211 or email gillian.bensley@bigpond.com
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information Mobile: 0417 618 211 Email: gillian.bensley@bigpond.com (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax)

Headspace Toowoomba

Current Program	Headspace
Communities Serviced	Toowoomba
Services Offered	headspace Toowoomba offers early intervention services to young people aged 12 to 25 in one youth friendly location. Our services includes mental, physical and sexual health, drug and alcohol support, vocational and educational assistance as well as Community engagement activities. You do not need a formal referral to get in touch.
Referral Contact	07 4639 9000
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	headspace.toowoomba@unitedsynergies.com.au

Illuminable Minds

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Toowoomba
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, post the referral form to 13 Isabel St, Toowoomba or give to the patient to take with them
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and send the form through Medical Objects. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Nadja Jones Phone: 0459 606 717 Email: nadjajones@me.com (please note: referrals need to be sent via post to 13 Isabel St, Toowoomba or give to the patient to take with them)

Lumsden Psychology

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Toowoomba, Oakey and Kingsthorpe
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client. Lumsden Pscyhology provides individual, adult and children, couple, and group psychological assistance.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please send the referral form through Medical Objects.
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and send through Medical Objects. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information Phone: 0427 647 847 Email: therapy@myapollo.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be made via Medical Objects)

Mindware Psychology

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services the Toowoomba region, including face to face sessions in Crows Nest and Millmerran, and accepts referrals from across the Darling Downs region.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client. Mindware Psychology specialises in children aged 0 – 12.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4646 2452
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4646 2452. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Veronica McKeen Phone: 07 4646 4953 Mobile: 0426 294 015 Email: contact@mindwarepsychology.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4646 2452

Lockyer Valley Region

Neami National

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley and Scenic Rim regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3103 4634
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Neami National are currently in the establishment phase of the program; however, general enquiries are welcome via email. Referrals can be made starting from 19 November 2018. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3103 4634. Contact Information Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: navigator@neaminational.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3103 4634

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

Mi Mind Centre

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Goondiwindi, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Western Downs regions
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven.
Referral Pathway	For people residing in the Toowoomba, Goondiwindi, Western Downs and some of the Lockyer Valley, this service is delivered by Mi Mind Centre. Mi Mind Centre have linked with Our House Our Haven, Ipswich to deliver services to Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset. Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven. Contact Information: Mi Mind Centre Phone: 07 4613 0922 Email: office@mi-mindtrust.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4613 0944 Our House Our Haven Mobile: 0416 826 203 Email: info@ohoh.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3496 1753

Therapy Pro

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim and Somerset including outreach services to these regions. Also services Blackbutt.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, fax the referral form to 07 3112 4203
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3112 4203. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 004 414 Email: info@therapypro.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3112 4203

Neami National

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Ipswich Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Scenic Rim, Boonah Area, Somerset Region,
Services Offered	The Optimal Health Program is an eight-session self-development program promoting hope, growth and partnership. By the end of this program, individuals will have covered: Strategies to optimise and maintain mental health and wellbeing An understanding of stress, vulnerability, strengths and strategies The identification of collaborative partners and support network A plan to maintain mental health, manage stress and periods of illness Tools to manage effective change. All participants receive their own workbook and fortnightly one-on-one coaching session.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3375 7588
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3375 7588. Contact Information: Fiona Terry Phone: 07 3375 7333 Mobile: 0434 335 207 Email: fiona.terry@neaminational.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3375 7588

Lives Lived Well

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Cherbourg Region, Goondiwindi Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Somerset Region, South Burnett Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@liveslivedwell.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

Artius Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services the Ipswich and Lockyer Valley regions
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3282 9103
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to 07 3282 9103. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Shayne Dearling Phone: 1300 278 487 Email: WMReferrals@artius.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3282 9103

Ipswich Region

Neami National

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley and Scenic Rim regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3103 4634
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Neami National are currently in the establishment phase of the program; however, general enquiries are welcome via email. Referrals can be made starting from 19 November 2018. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3103 4634. Contact Information Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: navigator@neaminational.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3103 4634

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

Mi Mind Centre

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Goondiwindi, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Western Downs regions
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven.
Referral Pathway	For people residing in the Toowoomba, Goondiwindi, Western Downs and some of the Lockyer Valley, this service is delivered by Mi Mind Centre. Mi Mind Centre have linked with Our House Our Haven, Ipswich to deliver services to Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset. Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven. Contact Information: Mi Mind Centre Phone: 07 4613 0922 Email: office@mi-mindtrust.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4613 0944 Our House Our Haven Mobile: 0416 826 203 Email: info@ohoh.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3496 1753

Therapy Pro

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim and Somerset including outreach services to these regions. Also services Blackbutt.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, fax the referral form to 07 3112 4203
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3112 4203. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 004 414 Email: info@therapypro.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3112 4203

Mental Illness Fellowship Queensland (MIFQ)

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Toowoomba Region, Ipswich Region, Boonah Area
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@mifq.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

Neami National

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Ipswich Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Scenic Rim, Boonah Area, Somerset Region,
Services Offered	The Optimal Health Program is an eight-session self-development program promoting hope, growth and partnership. By the end of this program, individuals will have covered: Strategies to optimise and maintain mental health and wellbeing An understanding of stress, vulnerability, strengths and strategies The identification of collaborative partners and support network A plan to maintain mental health, manage stress and periods of illness Tools to manage effective change. All participants receive their own workbook and fortnightly one-on-one coaching session.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3375 7588
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3375 7588. Contact Information: Fiona Terry Phone: 07 3375 7333 Mobile: 0434 335 207 Email: fiona.terry@neaminational.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3375 7588

HealthWISE

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Ipswich, Somerset, Cherbourg and South Burnett regions, as well as the Boonah area.
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region.
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 1300 452 059 or send through Medical Objects.
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. For GPs and other service providers wanting to refer, fax the HealthWISE Referral Form to the HealthWISE Coordinated Referral Network using 1300 452 059 or via Medical Objects. Contact Information Phone: 1800 931 540 Email: mentalhealth@healthwisenenw.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 1300 452 059

Richmond Fellowship Queensland

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Ipswich and Toowoomba
Services Offered	The New Sensations program offers a one-day workshop followed by up to four one-hour individual therapy sessions. The workshop will introduces participants to Sensory Modulation and the individual sessions tailor strategies to meet an individuals needs. Sensory Modulation can be described simply as improving the way someone feels or functions by using their senses. Sensory Modulation can help people to self-regulate when facing challenging moods, emotions, thoughts and feelings, especially when talking or thinking may be difficult. Participants learn strategies to improve their mood, manage their stress, feel more calm and relaxed or more alert and focused, and more motivated to get things done. Sensory items will be provided to explore in the group and some small items will be provided to take home.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3363 2557 (for West Moreton workshops)
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3363 2557 (for West Moreton workshops). Contact Information: Phone: 07 3363 2555 Email: newsensations@rfq.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3363 2557 (for Ipswich workshops) 07 3363 2598 (for Toowoomba workshops)

Headspace Ipswich

Current Program	Headspace
Communities Serviced	Ipswich
Services Offered	Headspace Ipswich can assist young people aged 12 to 25 years with mental health, general health, drug, alcohol, education and employment issues.
Referral Contact	07 3280 7900
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	headspace.ipswich@aftercare.com.au

Artius Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services the Ipswich and Lockyer Valley regions
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3282 9103
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to 07 3282 9103. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Shayne Dearling Phone: 1300 278 487 Email: WMReferrals@artius.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3282 9103

Scenic Rim Region

Neami National

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley and Scenic Rim regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3103 4634
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Neami National are currently in the establishment phase of the program; however, general enquiries are welcome via email. Referrals can be made starting from 19 November 2018. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3103 4634. Contact Information Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: navigator@neaminational.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3103 4634

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

Mi Mind Centre

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Goondiwindi, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Western Downs regions
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven.
Referral Pathway	For people residing in the Toowoomba, Goondiwindi, Western Downs and some of the Lockyer Valley, this service is delivered by Mi Mind Centre. Mi Mind Centre have linked with Our House Our Haven, Ipswich to deliver services to Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset. Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven. Contact Information: Mi Mind Centre Phone: 07 4613 0922 Email: office@mi-mindtrust.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4613 0944 Our House Our Haven Mobile: 0416 826 203 Email: info@ohoh.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3496 1753

Therapy Pro

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim and Somerset including outreach services to these regions. Also services Blackbutt.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, fax the referral form to 07 3112 4203
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3112 4203. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 004 414 Email: info@therapypro.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3112 4203

Mental Illness Fellowship Queensland (MIFQ)

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Toowoomba Region, Ipswich Region, Boonah Area
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@mifq.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

Neami National

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Ipswich Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Scenic Rim, Boonah Area, Somerset Region,
Services Offered	The Optimal Health Program is an eight-session self-development program promoting hope, growth and partnership. By the end of this program, individuals will have covered: Strategies to optimise and maintain mental health and wellbeing An understanding of stress, vulnerability, strengths and strategies The identification of collaborative partners and support network A plan to maintain mental health, manage stress and periods of illness Tools to manage effective change. All participants receive their own workbook and fortnightly one-on-one coaching session.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 3375 7588
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 3375 7588. Contact Information: Fiona Terry Phone: 07 3375 7333 Mobile: 0434 335 207 Email: fiona.terry@neaminational.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 3375 7588

HealthWISE

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Ipswich, Somerset, Cherbourg and South Burnett regions, as well as the Boonah area.
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region.
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 1300 452 059 or send through Medical Objects.
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. For GPs and other service providers wanting to refer, fax the HealthWISE Referral Form to the HealthWISE Coordinated Referral Network using 1300 452 059 or via Medical Objects. Contact Information Phone: 1800 931 540 Email: mentalhealth@healthwisenenw.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 1300 452 059

Southern Downs Region

RHealth

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Goondiwindi, Southern Downs, Western Downs, South Burnett, Cherbourg and Somerset regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4151 0794
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4151 0794. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: services@rhealth.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4151 0794

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

RHealth

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Southern Downs, Cherbourg and South Burnett regions.
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4151 0794
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4151 0794. Contact Information: Phone: 07 4638 1377 Email: services@rhealth.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4151 0794

Centre for Healthy Living

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services the towns of Clifton, Allora, Killarney, Warwick, Stanthorpe, Inglewood, Wallangarra and the rural populations around these centres.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4667 1333
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4667 1333. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Gordana Sloss Phone: 07 4661 3340 Email: admin@centreforhealthyliving.com.au (please note: referral MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4667 1333

Mallow Wellbeing

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Stanthorpe
Services Offered	Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an evidenced based 8 week group course. It involves 2.5hr sessions guided by an MBSR trained teacher each week with 45 min guided home practice. Developed by the Centre for Mindfulness, University of Massachusetts, it brings the principles of mindfulness meditation into everyday life by teaching specific skills and practices that can be incorporated into daily life to help break cycles of anxiety, stress, unhappiness and exhaustion. Those who have taken this user-friendly course report feeling more engaged in their work and relationships, with fewer symptoms of stress and also an increased sense of authority in their lives.
Eligibility Criteria	Resident to the area, aged between 18 and over. Self-referral via referral form or via completion from GP or Allied Health Practitioner. **Some exclusions do apply – not suited for those with moderate or severe mental health illness. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, fax the referral form to 07 4683 6244
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4683 6244. Contact Information: Helen Ferrier Phone: 0401 557 338 Email: wellbeing@mallow.net.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4683 6244

Carbal Medical Services

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Toowoomba and Warwick
Services Offered	The Strong Mind, Strong Spirit program is a culturally appropriate support program designed to reach out to those with or at risk of mental illness, their family and community. The program is facilitated by Aboriginal Mental Health Workers and is delivered in a group setting with one-on-one counselling offered if required. There are at least two group sessions per week in both Toowoomba and Warwick including a women’s and men’s group.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year old Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4639 7450 (Toowoomba) or 07 4548 9550 (Warwick)
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4639 7450 (Toowoomba) or 07 4548 9550 (Warwick). Contact Information Toowoomba: Richard Turnbull Phone: 1300 379 558 Email: rturnball@carbal.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4639 7450 Warwick: Darleen Oliver Phone: 1300 379 558 Email: doliver@carbal.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4548 9550

Lives Lived Well

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Cherbourg Region, Goondiwindi Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Somerset Region, South Burnett Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@liveslivedwell.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

Goolburri Aboriginal Health Advancement Co

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Goondiwindi Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region.
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4632 0548
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4632 0548. Contact Information: Phone: 07 4632 0338 Email: wadec@goolburri.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4632 0548

Headspace Warwick

Current Program	Headspace
Communities Serviced	Warwick
Services Offered	headspace Warwick can assist young people aged 12 to 25 years with mental health, general health, drug, alcohol, education and employment issues.
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 07 4661 1999 or email headspace@rhealth.com.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP, school, parent, self refer, agency referral, community referral

Mindware Psychology

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services the Toowoomba region, including face to face sessions in Crows Nest and Millmerran, and accepts referrals from across the Darling Downs region.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client. Mindware Psychology specialises in children aged 0 – 12.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4646 2452
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4646 2452. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Veronica McKeen Phone: 07 4646 4953 Mobile: 0426 294 015 Email: contact@mindwarepsychology.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4646 2452

Searle Psychology and Mediation

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Stanthorpe area
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4681 3309
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4681 3309. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Elizabeth Searle Phone: 07 4681 4434 Email: searlepsychologymediation@gmail.com (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4681 3309

Goondiwindi Region

Goolburri Aboriginal Health Advancement Co

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services Texas
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4632 0548
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4632 0548. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Wade Collinson Phone: 07 4632 0338 Email: hwb@goolburri.org,au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4632 0548

RHealth

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Goondiwindi, Southern Downs, Western Downs, South Burnett, Cherbourg and Somerset regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4151 0794
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4151 0794. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: services@rhealth.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4151 0794

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

Mi Mind Centre

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Goondiwindi, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Western Downs regions
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven.
Referral Pathway	For people residing in the Toowoomba, Goondiwindi, Western Downs and some of the Lockyer Valley, this service is delivered by Mi Mind Centre. Mi Mind Centre have linked with Our House Our Haven, Ipswich to deliver services to Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset. Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to 07 4613 0944 for Mi Mind Centre or 07 3496 1753 for Our House Our Haven. Contact Information: Mi Mind Centre Phone: 07 4613 0922 Email: office@mi-mindtrust.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 4613 0944 Our House Our Haven Mobile: 0416 826 203 Email: info@ohoh.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax) Fax: 07 3496 1753

Rural Sky

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services the Goondiwindi region with outreach services provided to Inglewood.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please contact Katherine Johnstone on 0475 391 260 or Suzie Collins on 0438 711 500.
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and contact Katherine or Suzie at the details below. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information Katherine Johnstone Mobile: 0475 391 260 Email: referral@ruralsky.com.au (please note: referrals cannot be sent via email, please call Katherine for the best method to send) Suzie Collins Mobile: 0438 711 500 Email: referral@ruralsky.com.au (please note: referrals cannot be sent via email, please call Suzie for the best method to send)

Centre for Healthy Living

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services the towns of Clifton, Allora, Killarney, Warwick, Stanthorpe, Inglewood, Wallangarra and the rural populations around these centres.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4667 1333
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4667 1333. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Gordana Sloss Phone: 07 4661 3340 Email: admin@centreforhealthyliving.com.au (please note: referral MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4667 1333

Lives Lived Well

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Cherbourg Region, Goondiwindi Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Somerset Region, South Burnett Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@liveslivedwell.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

Goolburri Aboriginal Health Advancement Co

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Goondiwindi Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region.
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4632 0548
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4632 0548. Contact Information: Phone: 07 4632 0338 Email: wadec@goolburri.org.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4632 0548

Indigicare

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Goondiwindi, Inglewood and Texas
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region. Indigicare provide this service through their Gaba Healing Program (pronounced "Gubba" meaning "good" in Kamilaroi language).
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4671 5857
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. Clients may present in person at the Indigicare office, Waggamba Square, Lagoon Street, Goondiwindi or phone the Indigicare office on 0407 900 823. Clients may also make contact directly with their Rural Sky preferred practitioner. Kath Johnson 0475 391 260 or Suzie Collins 0438 711 500. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4671 5857. Contact Information: Phone: 0409 900 823 Email: indigicare@bigpond.com (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4671 5857.

Gillian Bensley

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies.
Communities Serviced	Services Allora, Clifton and Inglewood
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call Gillian Bensley on 0417 618 211 or email gillian.bensley@bigpond.com
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information Mobile: 0417 618 211 Email: gillian.bensley@bigpond.com (please note: referrals MUST be sent via fax)

Mindware Psychology

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care – Targeted Psychological Therapies
Communities Serviced	Services the Toowoomba region, including face to face sessions in Crows Nest and Millmerran, and accepts referrals from across the Darling Downs region.
Services Offered	Targeted Psychological Therapies (TPT) replaces the former Access to Allied Health Psychological Services (ATAPS) and Mental Health Services in Rural and Remote Areas (MHSRRA). TPT is designed to complement MBS Better Access psychology services funded by Medicare, not be in place of these services. • Support (up to three sessions) can be accessed as a Provisional referral prior to having a Mental Health Treatment Plan if the referral is urgent (within 24-48hrs), low risk of suicide, or a priority i.e. for young children; • Referrals can also be made for patients to access MBS Better Access through this referral process (these services are funded through MBS item numbers); • After a patient has exhausted all of their MBS Better Access sessions (maximum 6+4 Mental Health Treatment Plan MBS), and it is clinically appropriate for additional time, limited support of Up to five supplementary sessions can also be provided; • Some TPT providers may deliver Groups where clinically appropriate and suited to the client. Mindware Psychology specialises in children aged 0 – 12.
Eligibility Criteria	Targeted Psychological Therapies: People must reside in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region, have a mild to moderate mental health illness and fall into one of the following targeted demographics which focus on vulnerable cohorts, including (but not limited to): children under the age of 12 years people experiencing or at risk of, homelessness people living in rural and remote communities women experiencing perinatal depression people with intellectual disability (dual diagnosis) people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds population groups that are the subject of separate guidance material (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people at risk of suicide and young people). View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4646 2452
Referral Pathway	To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4646 2452. Referrals must be made by General Practitioners. Contact Information: Veronica McKeen Phone: 07 4646 4953 Mobile: 0426 294 015 Email: contact@mindwarepsychology.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4646 2452

Cherbourg Region

RHealth

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Health Service Navigators
Communities Serviced	Services the Goondiwindi, Southern Downs, Western Downs, South Burnett, Cherbourg and Somerset regions
Services Offered	Health Service Navigators assist GPs, service providers, consumers and carers to navigate the services available under stepped care in our region. The Health Service Navigators role is to: Coordinate linkages to supports and services for patients and consumers; Map and identify mental health service needs and gaps in communities at the local level; and Provide information where appropriate for services offered by the PHN under Primary Mental Health Care and information for consumers on other PHN programs and supports as necessary.
Eligibility Criteria	All patients and clients across all levels of stepped care View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4151 0794
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Anyone can refer to the Health Service Navigators, including GPs, service providers, clients and patients, and family members and carers. Self-referrals can be made direct to the providers. For Health Professionals: To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4151 0794. Contact Information: Phone: 1300 012 710 Email: services@rhealth.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4151 0794

Rural and Remote Mental Health

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Rural and Remote Health will provide at least one service (outlined below) in each LGA across the region.
Services Offered	Rural Minds – This is a community mental health literacy program with a primary production focus. SafeTALK – Suicide awareness training. Eligible to everyone in the community and includes school based services. Rural Minds Train the Presenter – This is a one day training program to equip people to be able to deliver the Rural Mind program in their community. Eligible to any community members who are willing to improve the mental health literacy of their communities. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – This is a 2 day suicide identification & intervention training program. Small community grants program for anti-stigma activities. – These are community based education and anti-stigmas activities – Eligibility involves an open tender process for community organisations or individuals who would like to support running these activities.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. SafeTALK is open to 16+ year olds living in the outlined region/s. View criterialess
Referral Contact	Please contact Debbie Smith on 0428 983 011 or email debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au to find out more about referring your patients to this program
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please contact Debbie Smith at the below details. Contact Information: Debbie Smith Mobile: 0428 983 011 Email: debbiesmith@rrmh.com.au

RHealth

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Mental Health Nurse Program
Communities Serviced	Communities in the Southern Downs, Cherbourg and South Burnett regions.
Services Offered	Mental Health Nurse Care is for people who are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region who are currently being managed in the primary care setting via a General Practitioner and/or Psychiatrist. People who are deemed eligible will receive mental health nurse services through a clinic setting or outreach model including clinical coordination of services by a mental health nurse. Mental Health Nurse Care will be delivered through: • face-to-face sessions • telephone or online to individuals either in private or general practice settings • community locations or via home visits (where risk assessed as safe and appropriate)
Eligibility Criteria	People aged 12 and older, who: have a Metal Health Treatment Plan are diagnosed with a severe and complex mental illness have mental health issues that are significantly impacting on their social, personal and work life are at risk of being admitted to hospital in the future if clinical care coordination is not provided, or has already had at least one admission due to their mental health in the past 12 months are assessed as needing clinical care coordination for their ongoing treatment and management of their mental health for an extended episode of care are currently under the care of a General Practitioner or psychiatrist for mental health care or will be linked with one as part of the program A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 07 4151 0794
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Referrals will be accepted from General Practitioners and psychiatrists only. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is mandatory for referral to this service. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and fax the form to 07 4151 0794. Contact Information: Phone: 07 4638 1377 Email: services@rhealth.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 07 4151 0794

Lives Lived Well

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Low Intensity
Communities Serviced	Cherbourg Region, Goondiwindi Region, Lockyer Valley Region, Somerset Region, South Burnett Region, Southern Downs Region, Western Downs Region
Services Offered	The NewAccess Program is a free service developed by beyondblue that provides support in the form of a specially trained coach. Over six private sessions, individuals have access to a coach who will help them to set practical and effective goals, giving them the skills to manage the pressures of life so that they can get back to feeling their best. The NewAccess program is offered over the phone or face to face.
Eligibility Criteria	18+ year olds living in the outlined region/s View criterialess
Referral Contact	For referrals, please call 1300 971 309 or email newaccess@liveslivedwell.org.au
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	GP or self-referral. To refer patients into these services, please fill out the Mental Health Stepped Care Referral Form (Best Practice, Medical Director or editable PDF) and email or fax the form to the relevant provider above.

HealthWISE

Current Program	Mental Health Stepped Care - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Mental Health Support Services
Communities Serviced	Ipswich, Somerset, Cherbourg and South Burnett regions, as well as the Boonah area.
Services Offered	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services provide free, culturally appropriate mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Darling Downs and West Moreton region.
Eligibility Criteria	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with or at risk of mental illness View criterialess
Referral Contact	To make a referral, please fax the referral form to 1300 452 059 or send through Medical Objects.
Website	Click to visit site
Referral Pathway	Self-referrals can be made direct to the service provider for assessment and a GP led mental health treatment plan for the client where clinically appropriate. For GPs and other service providers wanting to refer, fax the HealthWISE Referral Form to the HealthWISE Coordinated Referral Network using 1300 452 059 or via Medical Objects. Contact Information Phone: 1800 931 540 Email: mentalhealth@healthwisenenw.com.au (please note: referrals MUST be sent via Fax) Fax: 1300 452 059

Boonah Area

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