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Discover a compassionate approach to mental health care at Talk and Assist: Yayalanha Psychiatric Services. We are dedicated professionals who are committed to providing personalised support to help you navigate life's challenges.
We offer a safe and inclusive space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Whether you're seeking therapy, medication management, or simply need someone to talk to, we're here for you. Let us assist you on your journey to mental well-being.
Together, we can break the stigma surrounding mental health and promote healing and resilience.
Your mental wellness is our priority.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
OF COUNTRY
G'day. I just wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land that Talk & Assist: Yayalanha Psychiatric Services operates on; Wiradjuri Land. I would also like to pay my respects to all Wiradjuri people, their elders, past, present and emerging as well as any other first nations persons that may interact with our service.
I'd like to acknowledge and pay my respects to my own ancestors, who are Wiradjuri mob.
I came back to country in 2016 and acknowledge how truly blessed we are to be able to work, play and live on such stunning country and be surrounded by such culturally rich areas in Wagga Wagga 'a place to dance'. My bunjil and I frequent the Wollundry Lagoon and Wiradjuri Reserve. I am truly blessed to learn and work with mob.
Lastly, I'd like to acknowledge sovereignty was never ceded. Always was, always will be.
Stay Deadly, Kaitlyn.
About Us
What do we do?
'Yayalanha', wiradjuri for "talk and assist aims to provide a holistic and culturally sensitive approach to mental health care for all of the community and mob.
We provide
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Mental health assessments including ADHD & Autism Assessments.
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Psychological Therapy; CBT, DBT, IPT, Family Based Therapy for Eating Disorders (FBT),
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Exposure Therapy, Crisis Management
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General physical health care reviews, scripts, referrals
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Assistance navigating physical and mental health care support.
We aim to work alongside your current healthcare providers and GP, assisting them to help you best. We can take the time to really get to the root cause of a problem, and won't push you out the door after 5 minutes. Need a referral? Not sure if that medication is right? We can assess and liaise with your GP to optimise your treatments and healthcare. *Note we are not a replacement for your GP.
We are a safe place for mob, the LGBTIQ+ community, and religious minorities. We are a safe place for all and are a judgement- free zone.
We are currently primarily a telehealth service but can travel to you on request.
We aim to be accessible, so we can and will come to you (within 20km of Wagga Wagga CBD).
We also want to be financially accessible and provide support for those with Health Care Cards/Pension Cards and those in Financial Hardship. Please let us know if you require financial assistance, and we will review your situation to see how we can best support you.
Services
We currently provide telehealth, and home-visit appointments only.
We plan to offer to clinic appointments soon.
General Mental Health New Patient Assessment
60-90 minute appointment.
We offer a thorough first appointment to get to know you, your struggles and experience. We gather vital information to be able to provide you a valid diagnosis (ADHD and Autism not included). We will discuss treatment options, including medication, and tailor a plan suited to you.
May include blood tests, and imaging referrals.
Psychological Therapy
Counselling
50 -90 minute appointments.
We offer a range of therapies for persons aged 5 and over.
- DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
- Solution Focused Therapy
- Family/Relationship Counselling
- Exposure Therapy for anxiety
- Family Based Therapy for Eating Disorders
-Parenting Support
ADHD & Autism Assessments
CHILDREN & ADULTS
(2+ (ASD) and 5+ (ADHD)
A multi-step approach
1. Welcome Pack & Assessment approach explained
2. Diagnostic Tools sent to relevant parties + parent interview for children
3. Mental Health Assessment
4. Review of Assessment + diagnostic tools, and evidence (Report writing).
5. Discussion of findings, recommendations and follow up.
Physical Health Review
Appointment - up to 20 minutes to review physical health complaint.
Order imaging or blood tests as required, and make referrals as needed.
Review medications, and complete medication scripts.
Can provide medical certificates.
Referrals
Appointment - up to 20 minutes
We can provide valid 12 month referrals to registered medical practitioners (e.g Psychiatrist, Cardiologist, Paediatrician etc).
*We can also provide allied health referrals (speech, physio, occupational therapy, other psychologists), however while valid, allied health referrals from our service will not be eligible for medicare rebates.
Hello, I'm Kaitlyn
'Yayalanha', wiradjuri for "talk and assist' is founded and operated by Kaitlyn Haran an endorsed Nurse Practitioner who has a large interest and extensive experience in working in Mental Health. Also i am a Mum of four, wife, aunt, daughter, sister and friend.
Kaitlyn has worked in the Mental Health Sector since 2016 in the Murrumbidgee and is a proud Wiradjuri woman. She has worked in both the Community and Inpatient Mental Health Unit at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, and has a keen interest in working with children, young adults with complex mental health issues. However, Kaitlyn has experience working with people across the lifespan for a wide range of mental health problems.
Hello,
Thanks for visiting our page. I'm glad you're here and hope that we can assist and support you. In my spare time when i am not working or being 'Mum', I like to go down to our local with some friends, socialize and eat good food! I started Yayalanha to address an overwhelmingly large gap in the mental health care sector in our region. It's disappointing the see so many brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, friends struggle to access timely mental health care. While i alone can't fix the issue, i hope to make accessing supports a bit easier for some. Hope we meet soon!
Kaitlyn
Education
2013-2015
Bachelor of Nursing
University of Newcastle
2018-2019
Bachelor of Nursing/Clinical Honors
University of Tasmania
2020-2022
Master of Nursing/Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
University of Tasmania
I first studied Nursing in 2013, and since completing my degree and becoming a Registered Nurse i have continued to study. I am currently still studying (Doctor of Medicine) with hope to continue servicing the health needs of the community the best way i can.
I have also completed extra training certificates in working with eating disorders, borderline personality disorder, autism spectrum disorder, attention-hyperactivity deficit disorder, dialectical behavioural therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy to name a few.
2023-2024
Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)
La Trobe University
2024- Current
Doctor of Medicine/Bachelor of Clinical Science
Charles Sturt University
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Do I need a referral from my GP to see you? No, you don't need a referral. Just add your details to our waitlist and we will contact you via email to arrange an appointment. Alternatively, you can call us to join our waitlist.
What is a Nurse Practitioner? Whats a Nurse Practitioner? A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an 'Advanced Practice' clinician with specialised skills and expertise recognised by the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Authority (AHPRA). NPs can assess, diagnose and prescribe medications and treat patients. NPs are the most advanced clinical nurses within the Nursing Profession.
Are you taking on new patients? Yes! We are. Contact us now.
I don't have a mental health care plan? Do i need one? No, you don't need a referral to see us, and there's no limits on the amount of appointments you can have and be eligible for a medicare rebate. If you are medicare eligible just join our waitlist, and you are ready to go. We will organise your rebates for appointments for you.
Can you give me a diagnosis? Simple answer- Yes. As part of our Comprehensive Assessment we can diagnose your mental health condition. This is considered a valid diagnosis and with consent shared with those involved in managing your health. However, we are an ethical practice and will not provide a diagnosis without an assessment and will not provide a diagnosis simply on request.
Where are you located? Do you travel or do homevisits? We are located in Wagga Wagga, NSW and Orange, NSW. Currently we are providing telephone, video and face-to-face services (via travel- at an extra cost) Yayalanha will travel up to 20km to your location for an appointment. Please note this service attracts an additional travel fee (between $5-$20). Reach out and we can provide a quote. We can also attend schools, daycare etc on request.
Are you an NDIS Registered Provider? No, Nurse Practitioners are currently not recognised by the NDIS to provide therapeutic supports, however we hope this changes soon!
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What referrals can Yayalanha provide? Our service can provide referrals for imaging scans, blood tests, and to specialists (e.g. cardiologist, psychiatrist etc). We can also provide referrals to Allied Health Services (e.g. Speech Therapy, OT) however Allied Health referrals from our service while valid, will not allow you to claim a medicare rebate from that service.
Can you prescribe medication? Yes, we can write scripts. We like to work with your GP/Specialist so any scripts provided will be liaised with your treating team. We can also prescribe ongoing medications e.g. Your psychiatrist can transfer prescribing rights for your specialized medications (e.g. Ritalin) when stable to us.