6th/10th GP letter

Date: 1 November 2024 Dr. Eleanor Vance Vance Psychology Clinic 123 High Street Anytown, NSW 2000 Re: Progress Review Under Medicare Better Access Initiative Patient Name: Jane Doe Date of Birth: 12/03/1985 Medicare Number: 1234567890 Dear Dr Vance, I am writing to provide a progress review for Jane Doe following her engagement in psychological therapy under the Medicare Better Access Initiative. Jane’s most recent score on the DASS-21 indicated that she was in the moderate range for depression, mild range for anxiety, and moderate range for stress. Jane presented with symptoms of low mood, difficulty sleeping, and social withdrawal. She reported feeling overwhelmed by work and relationship stressors. Initial assessment revealed a history of childhood trauma and a tendency towards negative self-talk. * Jane has made significant progress in identifying and challenging negative thought patterns. * She has implemented relaxation techniques to manage anxiety symptoms. * Jane has improved her communication skills and is actively working on setting boundaries in her relationships. Jane continues to experience occasional low mood and is working on developing coping strategies for managing stressful situations. Interventions utilised during therapy sessions included Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques, mindfulness exercises, and psychoeducation regarding trauma and its impact. Jane has attended 6 sessions to date. Based on her progress, I recommend Jane continue engaging in psychological support. Could you please provide Jane with a new referral letter for an additional four sessions so they can continue accessing sessions. Should you need to contact me regarding Jane’s psychological care, I am always happy to chat with you. Kind regards, Dr. Thomas Kelly 1234567890 Vance Psychology Clinic 02 9876 5432