Information for Health Professionals
Deakin Private Hospital offers inpatient and day treatment programs designed to deliver recovery-focused care across a wide range of psychiatric conditions.
About Deakin Private Hospital
Deakin Private Hospital is Canberra’s dedicated private mental health facility, providing holistic and compassionate care for individuals experiencing mood, anxiety, trauma-related and substance-use disorders.
Our programs combine psychiatry, allied health, psychology, and exercise physiology within a small, bespoke setting that ensures patients feel known, supported, and empowered throughout their journey.
Our Care Offerings
Why Refer to Us
- Local private facility with immediate admission options
- Integrated care across psychiatry, allied health, psychology, and exercise physiology
- Continuity from hospital to community
- Warm, respectful environment for patients and families
- Collaborative approach
Referral Process
You can read more about how to submit a referral here.
Step 1 - Complete referral letter
Complete a referral letter with relevant clinical history and current medications.
Step 2 - Referral submitted to our Admissions Team
Submit our online referral form or send the referral via HealthLink (EDI: dphospit).
Step 3 - Admissions team reviews referral
Our Admissions Team will review the referral, contact the patient, and confirm the next steps.
Step 4 - Admission arranged
Once intake is complete, an admission date will be confirmed with the patient, between Mondays - Fridays.
Now accepting referrals.
We are now accepting referrals. Submit a GP/Specialist referral below or an online enquiry for more information.
Referrals and inquiries can be directed to:
📧: dkn.admissions@imh.com.au
📞: 02 5114 8100
📠: 02 5114 8399
Work With Us
We welcome enquiries from psychiatrists and other health professionals interested in joining our team.
Deakin Private Hospital offers a supportive, multidisciplinary environment where clinicians can deliver high-quality, recovery-focused care.
If you’re interested in working with us or learning more about credentialing opportunities, please get in touch.
Anna Smith
Chief Executive Officer/Director of clinical services
T +61 2 5114 8100
E anna.smith@imh.com.au