Appointments
Booking an Appointment
Appointments are face-to-face in Dr Crowder's Sydney, CBD rooms. For existing patients, short telehealth consults (up to 15 minutes) can be arranged if needed.
To make an appointment, you need a referral from your GP or medical centre where you are a current and ongoing patient. Your referral should indicate that you may have a clinical problem that is among the conditions treated at this practice. Dr Crowder will collaborate with the physical health doctor (or practice) with whom you have a regular relationship to ensure that you receive a high standard of continuing care.
A GP referral is also necessary to obtain Medicare rebates that significantly reduce the cost to you. See the Fees section of this website for more information. The clinic will facilitate the Medicare rebate on your behalf.
If you don’t have a GP, please arrange to see one you feel comfortable staying with for the duration of your psychiatric treatment. If you require a bulk billing GP, KeyHealth CBD South is one option within walking distance of Solid Ground Psychiatry. You can also search for other GPs by clicking below.
Once Dr Crowder has reviewed your referral, the practice will be in touch by email. If your needs align with her area of practice, you’ll be invited to book an appointment. If your needs fall outside the scope of her services, we’ll let you know. In that case, you may find it helpful to consult one of two directories for help with finding another psychiatrist.
Please note that patients are seen at Solid Ground Psychiatry by pre-arranged appointment only. The clinic is not able to provide emergency or crisis services. If you need urgent support, please visit our Crisis Supports page for information about 24-hour help available to you now.
Cancelled & Late Appointments
No Penalty Cancellations
If you need to cancel an appointment, please let us know as soon as you can, by phone or email. We understand that life happens and plans sometimes need to change. You will not be charged for a missed appointment.
All we ask is that you do your best to give us as much notice as possible. This allows Dr Crowder to make good use of the time that becomes available. Thank you for your consideration.
Late to Appointments
If you are running late, please let us know by phone or email. Dr Crowder will be happy to see you for whatever time remains of your appointment. As the full appointment time has been reserved for you, the usual appointment fee will still apply.
Where possible, Dr Crowder will do her best to accommodate a late arrival, although appointments can only be extended if there is sufficient time before the next patient.
Have a question?
Please email the clinic.