Referral requirements
We provide clear guidance on the information required before assessment.
For GPs
Structured psychiatric care for your patients.
SetMind helps GPs refer suitable adult patients for structured psychiatry assessment and review. Our pathway is designed to make referrals clearer, reduce back-and-forth, and support safe prescribing decisions where clinically appropriate.
How it works
How it works for GPs
Submit the referral online
Complete our structured online form and attach your written referral letter, recent investigations, and any supporting documents. A blank PDF copy of the submitted form is emailed back for your records.
Referral reviewed for suitability
A qualified clinician reviews each referral for completeness, contraindications, and required medical screening before offering appointments.
Option to join the appointment
Where clinically appropriate, GP involvement may help support shared-care planning and medication monitoring.
Receive the appointment summary
After the initial assessment and key follow-ups, SetMind sends a report or update letter to the referring GP to support ongoing care.
Guide for written referral letter
What to include in your written letter
Where possible, the written referral should follow the structure of a comprehensive psychiatric history. The points below are a guide — not exhaustive. Please include any additional information relevant to the patient's presentation, risk profile, suitability for telehealth, or ongoing care.
Presenting complaint
Main reason for referral — duration, severity, functional impact, and the specific question for psychiatric assessment.
- ADHD symptoms — consider use of the ASRS as a brief screening tool.
- Mood and/or anxiety symptoms — consider use of the DASS-21.
Past psychiatric history
- Previous psychiatric inpatient admissions
- Psychosis or psychotic disorders
- Diagnosis of bipolar disorder or severe major depressive disorder
- Past or current disordered eating or eating disorder
- Past or current psychotropic medications
- Self-harm or suicide attempts
- Involuntary psychiatric treatment
Family history
- Neurodevelopmental disorders, e.g. ASD, ADHD
- Suicide
- Major mental illness, e.g. BPAD, psychosis, severe MDD
Medical and medication history
- Relevant medical conditions
- Current medications
- Past psychiatric medications
- Allergies or adverse reactions
- Relevant physical observations, if available, including BP, HR, weight
- Organic screen performed or planned
Note: For ADHD or stimulant consideration, please comment on any history of known cardiac disease, uncontrolled hypertension, unexplained syncope, or family history of sudden cardiac death.
Substance use history
Current and past use — alcohol, cannabis, stimulants, benzodiazepines, opioids, or other substances. Include any history of substance use disorder, treatment, relapse, or periods of remission.
Personal and social history
Relevant developmental, trauma, demographic, occupational, and social context.
- Developmental history
- Trauma history
- Education / employment
- Relationship / family context
- Housing or psychosocial stressors
- Cultural or demographic considerations relevant to care
Forensic history
- Current or past legal issues
- Previous incarceration
- Violence risk or behavioural concerns
Online referral form
Submit a referral
Complete the structured form below and attach your written referral letter. On submit, we'll generate a PDF of the form and email it to our intake team along with any documents you upload. You'll receive a reference number and can download your own copy.
Patients benefit from your support
A clear GP referral helps patients move through the SetMind pathway faster and more safely.
Refer a patientWhy you'll love working with us.
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Referrals reviewed for suitability
Referrals are reviewed for suitability by a qualified clinician — checking completeness, contraindications, and required medical screening before offering appointments.
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They're all about the details
Structured forms help ensure important clinical information is captured before the psychiatrist sees the patient.
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They focus on social medicines
SetMind considers education, psychology, coaching, lifestyle strategies, and GP-led support alongside medication where appropriate.
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Choose your involvement and stay informed
GPs receive clear reports and update letters after key appointments.
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Planned future services: allied health
As SetMind grows, we plan to connect patients with psychology, ADHD coaching, and other supports. These services are not yet active.
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They're a friendly, connected community
We aim to make specialist psychiatry easier for GPs, patients, and clinicians to navigate together.
Make a difference with us
SetMind offers a structured pathway for adult ADHD assessments. GPs are often the first point of contact for patients who have struggled for years with focus, organisation, emotional regulation, and daily functioning.
SetMind helps by giving GPs a structured referral pathway and clear communication after specialist review.
Together, we can help suitable patients access assessment safely and return to ongoing GP-led care where appropriate.
For referrers
For referring doctors
SetMind supports referring GPs with clear referral requirements, structured reporting, and practical follow-up communication.
Structured reports
Reports are prepared to support continuity of care between the patient, psychiatrist, and referring GP.
Ongoing correspondence
Where appropriate, SetMind provides written updates to assist with ongoing GP management.
Your questions answered
- Complete the online referral form on this page and attach your written referral letter along with any supporting documents. You'll receive a reference number and a copy of the submitted form by email.