Was referred by my GP to see a psychiatrist. I recall I had to wait 3 weeks for an appointment. I saw the triage psych nurse and got an appointment to see a psychiatrist after 2 weeks. On appointment day, apparently no psychiatrist, so I was seen by another triage psych nurse. I got an appointment with a psychiatrist for a couple of weeks later. I got a call the next day: apparently there was no psychiatrist available until further notice. Based on my experience there was no telehealth offered, no support offered, just referred back to GP with suggestion of medication change.
I feel hopeless, and with zero support. I am thinking this is perhaps why people commit suicide, because there is seemingly no support for them. I am a clinician and overwhelmed by my job, my poor physical health and mental health. Why am I not offered private mental health care in Perth, with PATS support? Why is there only one psychiatrist in the hospital to help? What can I do to get help? I believe this is so unfair, and poor for what I believe is such a wealthy county. I am completely gutted by the lack of care. I do not know how long I will be able to work without help, and that is a huge stressor too.
When one is severely depressed, I’ve found you do not have the energy or drive to advocate for yourself. Just writing this complaint is a huge effort, but I hope some help will be available soon.
"Mental health support fail"
About: Midwest Health Midwest Health Geraldton 6530
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