$800 subsidy for Focussed Psychological Strategies training

The General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration (GPMHSC) is offering an $800 reimbursement to GPs who complete accredited Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training (FPS ST) and register as FPS providers with Services Australia.

FPS are evidence-based mental health treatment strategies, including cognitive behavioural therapy, interpersonal therapy, psychoeducation and relaxation techniques. GPs trained in FPS are better equipped to support patients experiencing mental health challenges — particularly in rural and remote areas where access to psychologists and psychiatrists may be limited.

To be eligible, GPs must:

• Complete accredited FPS ST

• Register with Services Australia as a GP provider of FPS

For more information, contact the GPMHSC Secretariat at
📧 mentalhealth@racgp.org.au