Medicine-Assisted Therapy
Gore Street Clinic will be offering medicine-assisted therapy (MAT), a structured psychotherapy program for suitable adults living with long-term post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or treatment-resistant depression. MAT is delivered under the TGA's Authorised Prescriber Scheme, within a supervised clinical setting and under the care of a psychiatrist.
MAT is not a standalone medication treatment. It is an intensive course of psychotherapy in which prescribed medicine sessions are embedded within a broader therapeutic program, typically delivered over several months and involving three phases:
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Preparation - sessions with your therapist to build trust, understand the process, and prepare for the work ahead.
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Medicine sessions - extended in-clinic sessions supervised throughout by two trained clinicians, with continuous psychological and medical support.
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Integration - follow-up therapy to process the experience and translate insights into lasting change in daily life.
Every treatment plan is individualised. MAT is not suitable for everyone, and outcomes vary between patients. Eligibility is determined through a comprehensive psychiatric assessment, during which your psychiatrist will discuss suitability, potential benefits, and possible risks with you.
Many patients can access support to help reduce the cost of MAT, depending on their circumstances. Funding pathways include Medicare rebates, NDIS, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), Victims of Crime programs, as well as private health insurance.
To find out whether MAT may be an option for you, contact our team or fill out the enquiry form below. Alternatively, speak with your GP for a referral to our service.
