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Telehealth psychiatry · Australia-wide

Specialist psychiatric care, from wherever you live

Connect with an experienced, AHPRA-registered consultant psychiatrist by secure video. No waiting rooms, no long drives, and Medicare rebates available with a valid referral.

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Existing referral in hand? Our team can usually offer an appointment sooner than most in-person clinics.

What to expect

  • Secure, encrypted video consultations from your home, office or clinic
  • Care from FRANZCP consultant psychiatrists across a range of specialties
  • Personalised assessment and treatment planning
  • Ongoing collaboration with your GP for continuity of care
  • Consultations available in several languages besides English
Areas of care

Specialist support across a range of conditions

Our consultant psychiatrists assess, diagnose and support adults living with the following, among other presentations.

ADHD

Assessment and ongoing management for adults navigating attention, focus and organisation challenges.

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Anxiety

Support for persistent worry, racing thoughts and the physical toll anxiety can take on daily life.

AssessmentTreatment planning

Depression

Care for low mood, fatigue and loss of interest that affects work, relationships and daily functioning.

AssessmentMedication review

Autism

Assessment that recognises autism as a different way of thinking, communicating and experiencing the world.

Adult assessment

Bipolar disorder

Diagnosis and ongoing management of mood, energy and functioning across depressive and manic episodes.

Ongoing care

PTSD

Trauma-informed psychiatric care for flashbacks, hypervigilance and the lasting effects of a traumatic event.

VeteransFirst responders

Healthcare workers

A dedicated pathway for clinicians and health professionals facing burnout, compassion fatigue or stress.

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How it works

From first enquiry to specialist care

A straightforward path, with no paperwork delays.

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Book or refer

Enquire directly, or your GP sends a referral so you can claim a Medicare rebate.

02

Specialist consultation

Meet your consultant psychiatrist over a secure telehealth appointment.

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Personalised plan

Receive an assessment, diagnosis and recommendations, with medication management where clinically appropriate.

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Ongoing care

We stay in contact with your GP and care team to support continuity going forward.

Our specialists

Meet some of our consultant psychiatrists

Every consultation is led by an AHPRA-registered consultant psychiatrist. Here are a few of the specialists you may meet.

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Dr Andrew Leggett
Associate Professor, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist
MBBS · FRANZCP
  • PTSD and post-traumatic conditions
  • Veterans mental health care
  • Executives, first responders and health professionals
  • Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy
  • Item 291 assessments
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Book with Dr Leggett
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Dr Sadaf Rashid
Senior Consultant Psychiatrist
MBBS · MRCPsych · FRCPsych · FRANZCP
  • ADHD specialist (adult)
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Item 291 assessments
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Book with Dr Rashid
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Dr Jayaseelan Augosten Manoharan
Senior Consultant Psychiatrist
MBBS · BA · FRCS(Glasg) · FRANZCP
  • ADHD (adults)
  • Veterans mental health and PTSD
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
  • Item 291 assessments
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Book with Dr Manoharan
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Dr Sergiu Grama
Fellow Consultant Psychiatrist
MD · FRANZCP · MFMH
  • ADHD (adults)
  • General psychiatry
  • Civil and criminal forensic psychiatry
  • Item 291 assessments
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Book with Dr Grama

Availability varies by psychiatrist and specialty. When you book or refer, our team will match you with a consultant psychiatrist suited to your circumstances and language preference.

Why telehealth

Specialist care, without the barriers of distance

No relocation, no long commute

See a consultant psychiatrist from home, no matter how far you live from a major city.

Less time away from work or family

Appointments fit around your day, with no travel time or waiting room delays.

Private and confidential

Consult from a space you choose, over an encrypted connection built for healthcare.

Continuity with your GP

We work alongside your existing healthcare team, not around them.

Why PsycheTel Australia

What patients and GPs can expect from us

AHPRA registered specialists

Every consultant psychiatrist is registered and held to national clinical standards.

FRANZCP consultant fellows

Care led by fellows of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.

Secure, confidential telehealth

Encrypted video consultations designed around your privacy.

Medicare rebates available

Applicable with a valid referral from your GP or treating practitioner.

Australia-wide access

Metro, regional and rural patients can consult from the same platform.

GP and specialist referrals accepted

We collaborate closely with your existing treating team.

Evidence-based care

Assessment and treatment grounded in current clinical guidelines.

Patient-centred approach

Care built around your circumstances, not a one-size-fits-all model.

Mental health care in your language

Because being understood matters

Clearer conversations lead to more accurate assessments. Several of our consultant psychiatrists consult in languages beyond English, so let our team know your preference when you get in touch.

English Urdu Hindi Tamil German Romanian
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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist at PsycheTel Australia?▾
A referral from your GP or another treating practitioner is required to claim a Medicare rebate. Your GP can send this directly to our team as part of a straightforward referral process.
Is telehealth psychiatry covered by Medicare?▾
Medicare rebates are available for telehealth psychiatry consultations with a valid referral. Out-of-pocket costs depend on the specific item numbers and your circumstances, so our team can talk you through the fees before you book.
What conditions do PsycheTel psychiatrists see?▾
Our consultant psychiatrists see adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, autism-related concerns, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and the specific pressures faced by healthcare workers, among other presentations.
How is my privacy protected during a telehealth consultation?▾
Consultations take place over a secure, encrypted video platform. Your clinical information is handled in line with the Australian Privacy Principles and is not shared outside your care team without your consent.
Can I access care if I live in a rural or regional area?▾
Yes. As long as you have a private space and a stable internet connection, you can consult with a specialist psychiatrist from anywhere in Australia.
Can PsycheTel psychiatrists prescribe and manage medication?▾
Where clinically appropriate, our psychiatrists can diagnose, recommend treatment and manage medication as part of an ongoing plan developed with you and your GP.
Do you offer consultations in languages other than English?▾
Several of our consultant psychiatrists consult in languages including Urdu, Hindi, Tamil, German and Romanian. Let our team know your preference when you get in touch.
Take the next step

Specialist psychiatric care is closer than you think

Book directly, or ask your GP to send a referral. Either way, our team will help you find the right consultant psychiatrist for your circumstances.

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