Each of our programs has different referral requirements—self‑referral, GP, or other agencies. Our referral form will direct you to the correct pathway.

South Coastal Health & Community Services

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If you require immediate support, please contact:

• Lifeline Australia 13 11 14 – crisis support
• 1800RESPECT – domestic, family or sexual violence
• Crisis Care (24hrs) 1800 199 008 or 9223 1111- Emergency Child Protection, reporting and refuge information
• Call Triple Zero (000) if you require urgent medical assistance.

If you have any difficulty completing these forms, please call our reception team on (08) 9550 0900 for assistance.

Sexual Health Quarters

Clinical Services

Clients can self-refer for all appointment types at SHQ, however there are a few ways GPs can help clients access some appointments more efficiently.

For more information, or to download a referral form, go to https://shq.org.au/clinic/information-for-professionals/referring-a-client/

If you have any difficulty completing these forms, please call our 9227 6177 for assistance.

SHQ Counselling

You do not need a referral to make an appointment with the Counselling Service.

Please note that a GP referral is required to access a Medicare Mental Health Treatment plan.

Telehealth appointments are available and we also offer interpreter support.

For more information, or to download a referral form, go to https://shq.org.au/counselling/counselling-information-for-professionals/

If you have any difficulty completing these forms, please call our 9228 3693 for assistance.

SHQ Disability Counselling and Education

Anyone can submit a referral to SHQ’s Disability Counselling Service, including self-referrals, referrals from parents and carers, allied professionals and other health professionals, disability service providers and educators.

For more information, or to download a referral form, go to https://shq.org.au/disability/counselling/

If you have any difficulty completing these forms, please call our 9227 6414 for assistance.