This directory aims to significantly grow the number of ME/CFS aware health practitioner services in Australia.
Below we have compiled some FAQ’s about the database.
All listings are either self or community recommended. Knowledge of ME/CFS and/or long COVID is self or community member reported.
We currently list practitioners who are either registered with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency), ESSA (Exercise Sports Science Australia), AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers) or are an Accredited Practicing Dietician through Dieticians Australia.
After receiving a recommendation, we make sure you are in good standing with your registration body.
For community service listings: These are usually not ME/CFS specific but are able to provide support in various areas such as disability help, advocacy, legal support or carers support.
Please note: We know not all healthcare practitioners will be experts in ME/CFS or long COVID. But many have some knowledge and work collaboratively with their patients, forming an important and valuable part of the care team.
With practice listings, we have listed practices that have at least one practitioner who:
Has attended one of our education sessions and has agreed to be listed, or
Has been recommended by a person or carer with ME/CFS or long COVID and that person has asked permission from the healthcare practitioner to nominate them
The number one issue patients tell us they have is finding a Health Practitioner (e.g. General Physicians, Physiotherapists or Occupational Therapists) who can diagnose and manage their ME/CFS symptoms.
If you would be happy to have patients with ME/CFS and long COVID visit your practice please list yourself on our online Directory
We welcome all feedback and complaints.
If you would like to talk with one of our staff, please contact us on 1800 865 321 or email [email protected]
Great! We want to support you.
We have several options for you and your team. Please visit our Continuing Professional Development page to find out more.
Please call us on 1800 865 321. If we are unable to answer, please leave a message, and we will get back to you.
Alternatively, please email us at [email protected]
Thank you for your dedication to improving the lives of patients with ME/CFS and long COVID. Your commitment to their care makes a real difference, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
As part of providing further education and support for practitioners caring for ME/CFS and long COVID patients we offer a dedicated learning space.
You’re also welcome to contact or direct your patients to our free Patient Support and Telehealth service and online self-paced education modules
