FAQ Frequently asked questions

Nurse Practitioners are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). A Nurse Practitioner (NP) has the experience, expertise and authority to diagnose and treat people of all ages with a variety of acute or chronic health conditions.

They can prescribe medication, provide pathology, radiology request, medical certificates, and referrals to specialists as necessary.

Nurse Practitioners have been providing nursing care to all sectors of the Australian community for more than 20 years. NPs offer high levels of clinically focused, autonomous health care for both acute and chronic conditions, in a variety of contexts. This includes across all geographic locations in Australia and within all settings including aged care, primary care, mental health, private practice and hospital care.

In many healthcare settings, Nurse Practitioners serve as primary care providers, managing a wide array of health issues and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive comprehensive and coordinated care. Their unique blend of clinical expertise, preventive care focus, and personalised approach makes them valuable contributors to the healthcare team.

Nurse Practitioners contribution to the improvement of quality patient care has had a substantial impact on the health of people globally. The positive impact of advanced Nurse Practitioners on clinical and service-related outcomes has been highlighted throughout the literature, with new research routinely being done. The research currently suggests that patient satisfaction, waiting times, control of chronic disease, and cost-effectiveness of Nurse Practitioner led services are more favourable, especially when directly compared to medical practitioner-led care*

_{*Hui & Tsang, 2012; Htay & Whitehead 2021; Hughes 2022}

Treatment of health issues: Drug and Alcohol Dependence ( including nicotine), Adjustment disorders, Emotional Dysregulation/Anger management, Anxiety disorders, Autism spectrum disorders, Depression, Gender dysphoria, Loss & grief, Menopause/Perimenopause, Mood disorders, Perinatal/Postnatal depression, Personality disorders, Physical disabilities, Psychotic disorders, Relationship issues, Sexual dysfunction, Sleeping disorders, Sports performance, Trauma, Violence & abuse, Weight Management

Therapies available include: Smoking Cessation and Nicotine Management therapy, Chronic Pain Management, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Brief Intervention, Problem Solving, Psychoeducation, Relaxation Training, Skills Training, Trauma Focussed CBT (TF-CBT), Alternate Natural therapies, Reiki, Circle of Security Training.

Nurse Practitioners practice collaboratively with other health professionals to improve access to healthcare for Australian communities through health promotion, disease prevention and health management strategies.

Aside from prescribing medications and ordering pathology and imaging, a Nurse Practitioner can refer to all consultant medical specialists such as Psychiatrists, Endocrinologists and Geriatricians, as well as allied health practitioners.

Treatment plan will be discussed after the initial assessment. Unlimited sessions are available

Nurse Practitioners adhere to a professional code of ethics. All information gathered by the clinician will be securely stored and accessible only to the ANPMatrix. Disclosure of this data will only happen in specific circumstances: if a court subpoenas the records, if failure to disclose poses a risk to the client or others, or with the client’s prior written consent. This ensures confidentiality and respects the client’s privacy rights.

If you need to reschedule or can’t make your appointment, we will need AT LEAST 48 hour’s notice (or the full session fee will apply). Please note that we only accept cancellations via email.

Mental Health & AODS Nurse Practitioners are able to provide court reports, a process which involves conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments. To initiate this process, a 50% deposit is required upfront, with the remaining balance due upon completion of the report. For further details, please contact one of our Nurse Practitioners.

ANPMatrix uses Halaxy Online Payments. Payment is required at booking.

Complementary medicines are non-prescription medicines. They are medicines that primarily contain complementary medicine ingredients that have an established identity and tradition of use. Examples of complementary medicine ingredients are:
– vitamins
– minerals
– plant material
– nutritional substances
– essential oils
– microorganisms
– animal material

If a practitioner determines they’re unable to assist you during the initial consultation, a full refund will be processed to you with no out of pocket costs.