New Clients
Thank you for contacting the rooms of Dr Linsey Atkins.
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Dr Atkins is currently open to taking new client referrals.
Please complete the Appointment Request Form on the Contact page to begin your referral.
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Following your initial discussions with Dr Atkins and when instructed, please complete the following forms.
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Before therapy can commence it is important that information about the patient and their family be gathered.
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Please download and complete the following forms. These can be emailed to dr.linsey.atkins@gmail.com or bought with you on your first appointment.
In terms of the treatment itself, the first phase involves a number of discussions to provide Dr. Atkins with an in-depth background and context.
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This can include:
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patient and family concerns
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background and development of the difficulties
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challenges the patient is facing
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strategies that have been utilised to date
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hopes for change and aims for therapy
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In most cases, several appointments are required to gain this in-depth understanding and is
essential before any therapeutic recommendations can be made or treatment commence.
For the therapeutic and treatment phases, we utilise evidence-based practice for mental health
concerns drawn from the latest research.
Your consent will also be requested during treatment for access to other professionals involved
with the patient. Whilst this is in the best interest of the patient, it is not compulsory.
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Location:
Hope Family Clinic
Suite 4, 23-25 Melrose Street
Sandringham 3191
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Parking:
Parking 1-2 hours on street front and 4-hour parking behind office
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Upon arrival:
Please take a seat in the waiting area and Dr Atkins will meet you at the agreed time
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