Each Malvern East (Reconnexion)
1939 Malvern Road, Malvern East, VIC 3145
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Reconnexion
Help to reduce Benzodiazepine use, often prescribed for anxiety and sleep
At a glance
Contact us for support
Connect with us to discuss how we can help you.
How we help
Do you need help reducing or stopping your reliance on sleeping pills or anxiety medication?
We offer free, confidential support to help you make changes safely. We focus on medications called benzodiazepines \(like Valium, Xanax or Serepax\). These medications are commonly prescribed for sleep, anxiety and depression but they carry serious risks.
These medications can quickly lead to physical dependence, even when taken as prescribed. Using them incorrectly or for too long can cause severe health problems. If you're thinking about reducing your medication, it's important to get professional support to do this safely.
Who is it for?
For adults in VIC
This service is for:
- Adults, aged 18+
- People in VIC
How it works
We wrap around you
We shape our support around what matters to you and what works best in your life.
We're experts with strong experience
Our experienced team brings the right skills to help you reach your goals.
We are a welcoming space
We create a friendly, private place where everyone feels respected and understood.
We receive government funding so we can provide our support at no cost or for a small fee.
Our benzodiazepine treatment program is free, funded by the Victorian Department of Health. You can receive Benzodiazepine reduction or withdrawal management support for free.
Costs for our general psychology services depend on your situation and the type of professional you see. You may be eligible for Medicare rebates to help with these fees. Concession rates are also available if you have a valid pension or healthcare card.
This is what it costs for one session: Clinical psychologist - $200 \(or $160 with concession\) General psychologist - $160 \(or $130 with concession\) Social worker - $150 \(or $130 with concession\)
Medicare support With a mental health care plan from your GP, you can access up to 10 Medicare rebates for our private general psychology services every year. Some of our professionals can also provide services through:
Transport Accident Commission \(TAC\) WorkCover Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal \(VOCAT\) Department of Veterans' Affairs \(DVA\)
Ask our team about what's available for your specific situation.
Life is easier with the right support. Our team brings together different expertise so you get what you need, when and where you need it.
Psychology
Support for your mental health and emotional wellbeing
Therapeutic counselling
Professional counselling from qualified therapists who understand complex life
Access and assessment
We help you understand and connect with the right services for your needs
Care coordination
We bring different services together to support you better
Contact the Reconnexion support line on 1300 273 266 to speak to one of our trained volunteers.
You also contact our national support centre to learn more about this and other care and support services.
Opening hours
- monday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- tuesday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- wednesday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- thursday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- friday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- saturday
- Closed
- sunday
- Closed
Leave us a message and we'll get back to you on the next business day. If you'd prefer, you can also fill out our contact form and we'll be in touch soon.
Where to find us
Choose what works for you
We believe you should be able to access support in ways that work best for you. Choose from:
- In person at our local centres
- Video or phone appointments
Whatever option suits you best, we're here to make it easy for you to access the support you need.
Our locations
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