Your GP: Your First Stop for Mental Wellbeing
At Kenneth Tan Medical Clinic, we understand that mental health is a vital part of your overall health. Our General Practitioners (GPs) are trained to be your first point of contact for mental and emotional concerns, providing confidential care in a familiar and supportive environment.
Our Role in Your Mental Health Journey
As your primary care doctors, we offer:
- Initial Assessment & Diagnosis: Understanding common conditions like stress, anxiety, low mood, insomnia, and adjustment difficulties.
- First-Line Management: Providing practical advice, lifestyle counselling, supportive listening, and initiating medication when appropriate.
- Care Coordination & Referrals: Identifying when specialised care is needed and facilitating timely referrals to psychologists, counsellors, or psychiatrists for therapy or advanced management.
- Holistic Health Integration: Considering how your mental wellbeing interacts with your physical health.
What to Expect During Your Mental Health Consultation
- Confidential Discussion: A safe space to talk openly about your concerns.
- Thorough Assessment: Evaluating your symptoms and overall situation.
- Personalised Plan: Collaboratively deciding on the next steps, which may include:
- Brief supportive counselling and coping strategies.
- Guidance on lifestyle changes (sleep, exercise, stress relief).
- Prescription medication, if suitable.
- A referral to a mental health specialist.
- Follow-Up & Monitoring: Ensuring continuity of care and adjusting your plan as needed.
Why Choose Your GP for Initial Mental Health Support?
- Trusted & Accessible: Start the conversation in a familiar setting.
- Integrated Care: We see your whole health picture.
- Confidential & Non-Judgmental: Your privacy is respected.
- Gateway to Specialist Care: We guide you if further help is needed.
- Early Intervention: Prompt support makes a difference.
Take the First Step Towards Feeling Better
Don’t hesitate to reach out. Our compassionate GPs are here to help.
Book an Appointment or call us for a confidential discussion.