Jonathan Moscrop
Townsville
Psychology
Our psychologists are here to support you.
Psychologists can support veterans and family members experiencing a range of challenges, including:
- PTSD and trauma
- Grief
- Depression and anxiety
- Anger
- Emotional regulation
- Communication difficulties
- Transition adjustment
- Addiction
- Sleep disorders
At Mates4Mates, common treatments include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as well as a focus on development of skills to assist with improved emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
Our staff are here to provide a safe, non-judgemental space for you to talk about what you’re going through and help you find a way forward.
You can book an appointment with a Mates4Mates psychologist in Stafford, Ipswich, Maroochydore or Townsville. Telehealth appointments are also available.
Booking an appointment
Referrals are required to make an appointment with a Mates4Mates psychologist.
If you are looking to book an appointment with a psychologist at one of our locations or via telehealth, please let our team know by calling 1300 4 MATES (62 837) or click the button below.
Click here to book an appointment online.
Frequently asked questions
If you are currently serving or a veteran and have been impacted by your military service, or you’re a family member of someone who has, you can access our psychology services with a Medicare or DVA referral. Once you have your GP referral, you can book an appointment with one of our trained psychologists at a Mates4Mates centre. Telehealth is also available. Our psychologists are skilled in working with current-serving personnel and veterans and understand the challenges of service.
Yes, to access Mates4Mates psychology services, you need a referral from your GP, Medical Officer or psychiatrist. For veterans and family members, your health practitioner may refer you to Mates4Mates through DVA or Medicare funding. For current serving members, your Medical Officer can refer you through specific ADF funding. Mates4Mates accepts DVA Health Cards upon a GP referral, and we accept mental health care plans for family members.
Visit our health provider information page here.
No payment will be required to be made at Mates4Mates when accessing our clinical services as services are bulk billed. We accept DVA Health Cards upon a GP referral, and we accept mental health care plans for family members.
Mates4Mates is registered with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) and Medicare as a recognised Allied Health Provider for psychology services. You simply need to visit your GP, Medical Officer or medical specialist to obtain a referral and then call Mates4Mates on 1300 4 MATES (62 837) to make an appointment.
Need more information or ready to make an appointment?
Make a call
To find out more information or to make an appointment over the phone, you can call us anytime Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm.