It is important for those working with veterans and military populations to understand military culture, as this can be central to the development of a positive relationship and delivery of effective treatment.
The experience of military service is unique for each individual. Understanding a veteran’s service experience can help to understand them as a person. Veterans can experience a wide range of mental health difficulties, just like the general Australian population. Common problems include posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, anger, relationship problems or substance use.
Phoenix Australia has a number of offerings that are designed to support you in working with military veterans.
Our practitioner toolkit includes evidence-based guidelines, tools and tips for mental health professionals who work with veterans.
A clinic where veterans in Victoria and Tasmania can receive specialised mental health care
CLINIC INFORMATIONThe Practitioner Support Service is a free, Australia-wide service, funded by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs to provide expert multidisciplinary support and guidance to health practitioners, support organisations and others working with Australian veterans with mental health problems.
FIND OUT MOREPhoenix Australia and the Canadian Centre of Excellence – PTSD have collaborated to create a shared vision for a system of support and care services to optimise the wellbeing of veterans and their families.
FIND OUT MOREPhoenix Australia operates a psychiatry clinic for the assessment and treatment of military veterans in Victoria and Tasmania who have had a traumatic experience. Staffed by psychiatrists and psychiatry registrars who understand the unique experiences of veterans, the clinic provides in-reach support to Open Arms clients. Initial assessment referrals are via the Open Arms counsellor, and GPs can refer for short term care by clicking here.
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