Melliah

Hello! I’m thinking about coming to Australia when I’m done with my PhD. I’ve just taken a look at the medical questionnaire, and now I’m worried that I may never get the chance. On Form 26 it says: Have you ever had anxiety, depression or nervous complaints requiring treatment? and Have you ever had admission to a hospital for a psychological problem or consulted a psychiatrist? In 2004 I suffered from panic attacks and attended psychotherapy sessions at a day hospital during the summer holidays. The issues were resolved, and I haven’t suffered from any panic attacks or taken medication for psychiatric problems in the 15 years since finishing therapy. About ten years later I sought counselling as I was questioning my sexuality. I attended about a dozen sessions and saw a psychiatrist once. I was not depressed; I just wanted some guidance. I’m incredibly worried that I will be denied a visa due to something that happened over 15 years ago and deciding to consult a psychiatrist just once. Can anybody ease my fears?