GP Letter Templates for Psychologists (Initial, Progress & Discharge) - Autumn Theme

Save time on clinical admin with a clean, professional set of GP letter templates designed for Australian psychologists.

This resource includes three essential templates used in everyday practice—helping you communicate clearly with referring GPs while maintaining consistent, high-quality documentation.

📄 What’s IncludedInitial Consultation / Referral Acknowledgement LetterTreatment Progress Report LetterDischarge / Case Closure Summary

Each template includes:-Clear structure aligned with typical GP expectations-Editable placeholders for quick customisation-Sections for presenting concerns, treatment approach, risk, and recommendations-Professional tone suitable for Medicare and private practice contexts

👥 Who This Is For-Provisional psychologists (5+1 / internship pathway)-Registered and clinical psychologists-Private practice clinicians-Early-career therapists building documentation systems

🛠️ How to Use-Open the template in Word or Google Docs-Replace placeholders with client-specific details-Adjust wording based on your clinical judgement-Send to GP as part of standard communication or reporting

⏱️ Why This Helps-Reduces time spent writing letters from scratch-Improves consistency across your documentation-Supports clear communication with GPs-Helps you meet professional and Medicare expectations

📁 FormatEditable .DOCX fileClean, minimal clinical layoutReady to use or customise

⚠️ NoteThese templates are designed as a guide and should be adapted based on clinical context, supervisor input (if applicable), and professional judgement.