In Australia, psychologists endorsed in an area of practice like 'health psychology' have undertaken study and training for a minimum of 8 years. Training includes undergraduate, honours, and postgraduate study, and a registrar program of specialised supervised practice.

Health psychologists are trained to work with physical and mental health and apply their knowledge of health promotion (disease prevention) and clinical health psychology (disease management) to enhance wellbeing. They are skilled at treating a range of psychological concerns in addition to having knowledge about health, illness and health care. They support individuals with acute and chronic mental health problems, health conditions, traumatic injury, life-limiting illness, addiction, disability, chronic pain, and ageing across diverse populations.

Other areas of focus include promotion of healthy lifestyle choices, smoking and vaping cessation, weight management, exercise adherence, and improving medical treatment adherence.​ Health psychologists typically work within a multidisciplinary team of doctors, a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, dietitian, and speech pathologist to provide holistic care.

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If you need support with your health or if you are physically well but want to improve your mental health, please reach out to discuss your needs.