DVA psychology for veterans, online
Video or phone sessions with a Clinical Psychologist for veterans with a Gold Card or White Card. Billed directly to DVA.
Psychology for veterans
If you have a Veteran Gold Card, or a White Card that covers mental health care, DVA can pay for sessions with a psychologist at no cost to you.
- Gold Card holders are covered for clinically necessary treatment, including psychology.
- White Card holders are covered for accepted conditions. Through non-liability health care, anyone who has served at least one day of continuous full-time service in the Australian Defence Force can get treatment for any mental health condition, without having to link it to service.
How it works
- You'll usually need a referral from your GP.
- Sessions are billed directly to DVA, including evening and Saturday sessions.
- Sessions are by video or phone, anywhere in Australia.
For service-related trauma, Ryan uses trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy. More about trauma therapy.
Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling also offers free, confidential support 24/7 on 1800 011 046.
What's included
- No out-of-pocket cost with a Gold or White Card
- Direct billing to DVA
- Trauma-focused therapy, including EMDR and CPT
- Video or phone, anywhere in Australia
Common questions
If you've served at least one day of continuous full-time service in the ADF, you may be eligible for a White Card for mental health care. Contact DVA on 1800 VETERAN (1800 838 372) to check.
Usually, yes. Ask your GP for a referral to a psychologist for DVA-funded treatment.
No. Sessions are billed directly to DVA.
Some family members are eligible for support through Open Arms, which is free. Call 1800 011 046 to find out what's available.
Ready to talk to someone?
Booking takes a couple of minutes. Tell us whether you want a video or phone session and how it will be paid for, such as Medicare, WorkCover or privately, then pick a time that suits you.
Book a session