Free low‑intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Free guided low‑intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LiCBT) is now available through Medicare Mental Health Check In.

Guided LiCBT provides people experiencing mild mental health challenges with access to evidence‑based digital support with a trained practitioner via telehealth. Practitioners support individuals to work through structured LiCBT tools and modules, tailored to their goals and needs.

Key points for awareness

• The Medicare Mental Health phone service is currently the sole entry point to Medicare Mental Health Check In.
• The phone service plays a critical role in ensuring eligible people are identified and referred where Medicare Mental Health Check In is suitable.
• The service provider, St Vincent’s Health Australia, has been engaging with your organisation’s phone service intake teams to support confidence and consistency in referrals.

We understand a number of drop‑in sessions are scheduled over the next two weeks, and St Vincent’s is also happy to provide one‑on‑one sessions where requested.

For further information, or to request a one‑on‑one session, please contact Brian Maruziva at brian.maruziva@svha.org.au.

• Interpreter services are available in more than 150 languages for guided sessions.   

• Self-guided LiCBT will be available from 30 May 2026, providing an option for people who prefer to work through online tools independently. 
• Updated website content and supporting materials are now live to reflect the availability of guided LiCBT.

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact MedicareMentalHealthCheckIn@health.gov.au.