Bipolar Psychiatrists Perth

Hey @Uis ,

I'm hearing you. I hear how difficult it sounds right now.

To be honest, the method you have posted is exactly what I had to do earlier this week... it was really a matter of googling someone local-ish, calling a few places and taking the next available. When you don't have a recommended psych, I think that's all you can really do.

Another option is if you look at their reviews online to see what people say.

I'm sorry I couldn't help any more.

I also recommended to a friend of mine that if they got really bad, then go straight to the emergency department.

@Uis , I'm also hearing that it's harder because you are in a rural area. Whilst some are okay with telehealth, many psychiatrists want to see the person face to face.

I hope you find someone soon.

tyme

Thanks so much @tyme for responding!

It feels better to know this is the process others have gone through too - most reception staff seemed pretty confused when I explained!

I will keep calling around, happy to drive to perth and stay with family for appointments. Grateful to be in the position to be able to afford private but i’m feeling quite lost in the system, especially because of country living.

So good to hear back from you @Uis .

Yes, I'm afraid that's the only way, I found... ring around, put your name down on a few places, but don't cancel any until you've found the one that works for you. Sometimes, the one you get into the fastest is the one that is least popular (and for good reasons).

Once you've seen them, you can also ask about whether they will do telehealth appointments.

I found the reviews online are helpful when finding the 'right' psych.

If you get recommendations from other people, even better 🙂

Hi @Uis ,

How'd you go with calling around? Any luck?

Hope you are well.

Thinking of you.

Hey @Uis ,

I just wanted to check in with you. How are you going?

Hi mate,

To be quite honest, the referral system sucks.
as others have suggested, the best bet is calling around to find which Psych is taking on new patients. Once you find one, get your GP to send them a referral. From personal experiences i know how hard it can be to motivate yourself to do it, but it is essential.
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cheers,

T