The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service
147/149 Furlong Rd, St Albans VIC 3021
- Clinic
- Online sessions
- NDIS registered
About The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service
The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service provides community and inpatient mental health services for infants, children, and young people with severe and complex mental illnesses. Services are available to young people aged 0-11 years in Western and Northwestern metropolitan Melbourne, with hospital-based services available across Victoria, Tasmania, and southern New South Wales.
What's offered
Telehealth sessions
Clinic sessions
NDIS registered provider
- Therapy
- Nursing Care
- Early Childhood
- Prosthetics
- Personal Care Equipment
- High-Intensity Personal Care
Services provided
The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service lists
- Community Mental Health Teams
- Outpatient mental health services for children aged 0-11 years and families in specified metropolitan regions.
- Infant Mental Health Team
- Specialized mental health services for infants and their families.
- Banksia Inpatient Unit
- Mental health inpatient unit for young people aged 13-18 years with severe and complex mental illnesses.
- Developmental Neuropsychiatry Team
- Clinic run in conjunction with The University of Melbourne, Department of Paediatrics.
- Gender Service
- Specialized service for gender-related mental health concerns.
- Psychology Services
- Psychology outpatient services and statewide neuropsychology services for 0-18 year olds (free service).
- Psychiatry Clinic
- Psychiatric assessment and treatment services.
- Emergency Department
- 24-hour emergency mental health services for young people aged 0-18 years.
Locations & areas served
St Albans
147/149 Furlong Rd, St Albans VIC 3021
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Opening hours
- Mon–Fri
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Sat–Sun
- Closed
Not sure where to start?
Answer a few questions about your child and we will help connect you with providers that suit your needs and your funding.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service a registered NDIS provider?
Yes — The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service is a registered NDIS provider, approved to deliver Therapeutic Supports, Community Nursing Care, Early Childhood Supports, Custom Prosthetics, Assist Prod-Pers Care/Safety and Assist Personal Activities High. You can use NDIS funding for eligible supports.
What services does The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service provide?
The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service provides Psychology and Behavioural Support.
Which areas does The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service cover?
The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service is based in St Albans, VIC and also offers online / telehealth sessions. Ask The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service which areas they cover online.
How do I connect with The Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service?
You can call +61 3 9345 5522, email them and visit their website.
How do Medicare rebates for psychology work?
Your GP can prepare a Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral, which lets you claim a Medicare rebate for a set number of sessions per calendar year. The exact number and rebate are set by Medicare.
Do we need a referral?
Not to see a psychologist privately. A Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral from a GP are needed to claim Medicare rebates.
When should I consider a psychologist for my child?
If worries, mood, or behaviour are affecting your child's daily life, friendships, or learning, an assessment can help clarify what support would suit.
Is psychology covered by the NDIS?
It can be, where psychological support relates to a participant's disability and plan goals.