DVA provides veterans with access to fully funded treatment of all mental health conditions. This means you do not have to pay for your mental health treatment for as long as it is needed.
Veterans can access free psychological services at Health Sense Psychology and Wellness with either a referral from their GP through the Medicare pathway or through the Open Arms Scheme.
Open Arms will provide a detailed intake session with you and find an outreach provider for you that is either close in location or services are provided by telehealth or telephone.
The other option is to visit your GP and obtain a referral directly to our DVA services.
You may find it useful to print out the NLHC (mental health) Fact Sheet (PDF 168 KB) and take it with you when you visit your GP.
Supporting Veterans with Fully Funded Mental Health Care
Access confidential, fully funded mental health support tailored to your needs. Contact us to learn more about DVA services and how we can help.
To receive fully funded counselling treatment, you need to have a Veteran White Card that covers mental health. Veteran Gold Card holders are already eligible for mental health treatment and are entitled to 10 sessions with no financial cost to yourself.
If you’re unsure if your DVA white card covers mental health treatment please reach out to the Department of Veterans Affairs on 1800 838 372 or log into your MyService account to check your specific treatments listed.
Our qualified and experienced practitioners can support our DVA clients with the following presentations:
- Mental health conditions associated with physical injury/pain
- Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (cPTSD)
- Grief/ loss
- Depressive Disorder
- Anxiety Disorder
- Alcohol and/or substance use
- Adjustment disorder
Or any other concerns that are affecting your mental wellbeing.
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Open Arms
Bupa are working with Open Arms to provide high-quality, evidence based mental health services to Australian veterans and their families. Delivered through a network of Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Psychiatrists and Accredited Mental Health Social Workers, these services are available across Australia.
Health Sense Psychology and Wellness are privileged to be part of this scheme by offering free confidential counselling services to anyone who has served in the ADF, and their families.
Opens Arms offer a range of services to:
- Current Serving ADF personnel
- Ex-Serving
- Partners of current and ex-serving ADF personnel
- Family members of current and ex-serving ADF personnel
- Children of current and ex-serving ADF personnel
- where there has been a death of a Service person, Parents and siblings can also access their services.
"Therapy is about giving our clients the tools to feel empowered and motivated to take charge of their progress, goals and general wellbeing."
Meet our Team
We are here to support you
Why Choose Us
At Health Sense, we are dedicated to providing a compassionate, welcoming space where individuals can explore and overcome their challenges. Through our client-focused approach and commitment to the community, we aim to empower you to achieve greater well-being.
Safe and Supportive Environment
We offer a non-judgemental space for you to work through your challenges with understanding and care.
Qualified Practitioners
Our team of qualified and experienced professionals will provide the tools and strategies you need to overcome your challenges.
Tailored Therapy
We are passionate about customising each therapy plan to fit individual needs, helping you understand your mental health challenges and thrive—not just survive.
Warm and Welcoming Space
Our newly refurbished practice is designed to make you feel comfortable and supported, with a friendly administration team to make your experience seamless.
Social Mission in Action
By attending our practice, you contribute to a greater cause. We direct 100% of our profits to Luma, one of Australia's largest not-for-profit organisations specialising in women's health and wellbeing.
A Team with Heart
Our team consists of professionals who share a passion for giving back to the community, taking pride in their work, and supporting our clients and our social mission.
