Timely intake
New referrals are triaged promptly, with appointments usually offered within 1-2 weeks where fit and availability line up.
For GPs & referrers
Fast, collaborative mental healthcare for adults.
Unison is a Melbourne-based psychology, counselling and psychotherapy practice offering trauma-informed, inclusive therapy in Carlton and by telehealth across Australia.
Inclusive clinical care
Trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQIA+ inclusive therapy for adults.
Useful GP updates
Clear communication at intake, review points and discharge, written for busy clinical inboxes.
Best fit patients
Who to refer
Unison is often a good fit when a patient needs affirming outpatient mental health care, especially where trauma, identity, relationships, sexuality, neurodivergence or marginalisation are part of the clinical picture.
You are welcome to contact us before referring if you want to check fit, availability, funding or clinician allocation.
- PTSD and complex trauma, including developmental and relational trauma
- Mood, anxiety, burnout, emotional dysregulation, self-harm or suicidality where outpatient treatment is appropriate
- Long-standing interpersonal difficulties, identity stress, grief, and life transitions
- Relationship and sexuality support, including non-monogamy, kink-aware and sex-positive care
- Affirming support for LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent people, sex workers, and other marginalised communities
- Veterans, ADF members and families where relevant funding pathways apply
Clinicians & modalities
Different pathways for different referral needs.
We can help route referrals across Medicare-eligible clinicians, counselling and psychotherapy, depending on the patient's presentation, funding and preference.
Clinical psychologist
For adults needing psychological therapy for trauma, complex presentations, risk, and long-standing difficulties.
- Mental Health Care Plan rebates may apply
- Evidence-based modalities including CBT, ACT, EMDR and schema-informed work
Accredited mental health social worker
For mental health presentations shaped by trauma, systems, housing, work, family and community context.
- Medicare rebates may apply with the appropriate plan
- Strong fit for complex psychosocial needs or barriers to engagement
Counsellors and psychotherapists
For self-funded clients, relationship work, sub-threshold presentations, and stepped-care options outside Medicare.
- Useful when clinical psychology is not required or not the right fit
- Inclusive care across identity, relationship and sexuality concerns
Referral pathways
We accept formal GP referrals, third-party referrals and self-funded referrals. If a Medicare pathway is being used, please address the referral to Unison Mental Health and the relevant clinician or role.
- Medicare Better Access referrals for eligible clinicians
- Open Arms / DVA and relevant third-party arrangements
- Private health insurance where the patient fund and cover allow
- Self-funded referrals with no plan required
Active on HealthLink — our Medicare providers are registered on HealthLink for electronic referrals. Search for Unison Mental Health to send referrals directly from your practice software.
What to include
A concise referral is perfect. Include the details that will help us triage safely and avoid asking the patient to repeat information unnecessarily.
- Current Mental Health Treatment Plan or other funding details, if relevant
- Provisional diagnosis and key presenting concerns
- Current medications and relevant medical or psychiatric history
- Current risk issues, safety concerns, or engagement barriers
- Preferred clinician or modality if already discussed with the patient
After referral
What you can expect from us
Our communication is designed to be clinically useful without creating more work for your inbox. We focus on formulation, treatment direction, risk, progress and practical next steps.
- Intake communication outlining fit, goals and proposed treatment approach
- Review letters aligned with plan review points, where relevant
- Discharge summaries with next steps, relapse-prevention considerations and re-referral guidance
- Concise updates focused on progress, risk and practical recommendations
Ready to refer?
Send the referral, or ask us to check fit first.
We usually reply within one business day. Formal referrals can be emailed to contact@unisonmentalhealth.com.