Professional Support, Tailored for Australian Veterans.
Navigating a DVA mental health claim can be challenging but you don’t have to do it alone.
At The Nicholas Clinic, we offer expert psychiatric assessments designed to support your claim with clear, respectful, and impartial evidence. Whether you're just starting out, seeking a review, or preparing for an appeal, our team is here to help you get the recognition and support you deserve.
All services are fully covered by DVA and available via telehealth or in-person appointments.
OUR SERVICES
We are committed to help you.
We guide Veterans through the DVA mental health claims process with DVA‑compliant psychiatric assessments and ongoing care. Each Veteran begins with a pre‑diagnosis and psychologist consult before a full psychiatric report. Afterwards we offer therapy, nurse check‑ins, and follow‑up reviews for long‑term support. All assessments are by psychiatrists and psychologists specialising in Veteran mental health and the DVA system.
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DVA-compliant reports tailored to your condition
Impartial assessments from experienced professionals
Support for both new and ongoing claims
Delivered in-person or via secure telehealth
No cost to veterans
For many veterans, conditions like PTSD, chronic pain, or depression deeply affect day-to-day life and job capacity. Our Impairment and Incapacity Assessments provide detailed insight into these challenges — and deliver evidence that strengthens your claim. These assessments are conducted by psychiatrists with veteran-specific experience, ensuring your story is documented with clarity, accuracy, and empathy.
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DVA-compliant reporting on functional limitations
Assesses both mental and physical health impacts
Detailed, objective documentation
Supports fair and complete claim outcomes
Your location should never limit your care. Through our secure and easy-to-use telehealth platform, veterans across Australia and overseas can access psychiatric assessments that meet DVA standards — without leaving home. Whether you’re in a remote town, interstate, or abroad, we deliver the same high-quality support and reporting through private video consultations.
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Convenient access from anywhere in the world
Fully DVA-compliant assessments
Secure, private, and stress-free technology
Ideal for new claims, appeals, or follow-ups
Zero out-of-pocket cost
Challenging a decision at a Veterans Review Board hearing? The strength of your supporting evidence is key. We prepare focused, impartial psychiatric reports that are designed specifically to support appeals — giving you a clearer path forward. Our team works with you to ensure your report reflects your lived experience and meets the requirements of the review process.
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Psychiatric reports tailored for VRB hearings
Comprehensive documentation to support your appeal
Unbiased, expert evaluations
Support for a wide range of mental health conditions
A strong claim starts with the right report. We provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments for conditions including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other service-related mental health challenges. Every report is prepared by experienced psychiatrists who understand both veteran mental health and the DVA process — combining clinical expertise with clear, evidence-based documentation.
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DVA-compliant reports tailored to your condition
Impartial assessments from experienced professionals
Support for both new and ongoing claims
Delivered in-person or via secure telehealth
No cost to veterans
If your discharge doesn’t match your medical reality, we can help. Our retrospective evaluations produce DVA-compliant psychiatric reports that document your health at discharge to correct records or support entitlements.
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In-depth evaluation of historical medical conditions
Aligns discharge status with your health record
Independent and professional assessments
Supports fair recognition and correction of service outcomes
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