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Living with service-related anxiety affects every part of your life, and you deserve proper support for it. We've helped over 10,000 veterans to have their service-related conditions recognised, and entitlements put in place under MRCA.
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We start with a no-obligation conversation about your situation, service history and current symptoms. We'll explain whether you may be eligible for DVA recognition and related entitlements, how the claims process works and what evidence you'll need. You'll have a clear understanding of your options with no pressure and no commitment.
Once you're ready to proceed, we gather your existing medical records and complete all the required DVA documentation. For mental health permanent impairment assessments, DVA requires a report from a psychiatrist rather than a GP or psychologist. We will connect you with psychiatrists who have experience with DVA, confirm the assessment meets all requirements, then lodge your complete claim.
After lodgement, we liaise directly with DVA and represent you throughout the assessment process so you can focus on your treatment and recovery. Our job doesn't end when your claim is lodged; we stay with you through DVA's decision-making and, if needed, help you pursue review or appeal options.
Hear from Hundreds of Veterans
I couldn’t recommend Veterans First Consulting highly enough. From the very beginning of my DVA journey right through to my compensation outcome, they have been amazing. They are incredibly knowledgeable and professional, and made the entire process as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
The team took all the stress and hassle out of every step of the process. Kept me highly informed at every stage. Highly recommended!
Extremely organised, proactive and efficient team here. These guys are professionals and each call and email comes across that way. Lastly the results they achieve and the support are phenomenal, highly worth the investment, couldn’t be happier.
I highly recommend Veterans First Consulting. The communication was frequent, clear and professional. The team were extremely helpful and easy to deal with from start to finish. I’m very happy with the service I received and would have no hesitation recommending Veterans First to other veterans.
Veterans first were excellent to deal with, very understanding and reliable. They built trust from the start and stayed true to their word. If your a veteran in doubt make the call to use veterans first.
Veterans First provided an excellent level of guidance, support and understanding through the claims process. They made everything easy and hassle free. Not a single member of the team ever made me feel like anything other than their top priority. Highly recommend.
I honestly cannot speak highly enough of Veterans First Consulting and the support I have received throughout my DVA claims process. They far exceeded my expectations, and looking back, engaging them was one of the best decisions I could have made.
I tried to navigate the DVA process myself and found it incredibly difficult. I heard about Veterans First and decided to give it a shot. They handled my case with compassion and took all the burden away from me. Thanks to Veterans First my claims are settled and I can receive the treatment I need.
I have had a very good experience with Veterans First, very helpful in arranging appointments, and dealing with DVA
Veterans First has been a tremendous help throughout the claims process. Their team provided excellent support and made everything much easier to navigate. I would absolutely use their services again in the future if needed and would highly recommend them to other veterans.
Amazing support from all the team from the very first call, right the way through the process. I highly recommend getting in touch.
Vet 1st have been NOTHING but Great from the very 1st phone call until the very last email I had no idea and these guys in my opinon saved me years of dealing with DVA. it really did help my mental health and took 99% of the stress out of it. So if you are not sure give them a call.
Exceptional service, patient and it was a breeze and a great pleasure working with them.
I highly recommend this Veterans First consulting for anyone navigating the DVA claims process. Their knowledge, professionalism, and dedication made what seemed like an overwhelming experience much easier to manage. They took the time to explain every step, and ensured my paperwork was accurate.
Made the process easier. Clear direction and transparency of process.
The team at Veterans First Consulting are unreal to deal with, communication is easy and response time is rapid, they're very helpful and you're never having to stress about sorting anything as they cover it for you. Excellent service
As a veteran this team went above and beyond, explaining all entitlements. Very knowlegable around the whole process and systems. Nothing was ever an issue. The team handiling mine where amazing and you wont find any advocates as nearly as good as them or caring and commited
Veterans First Consulting were so easy to work with, from the start of the process all the way through to the end. They were professional, thorough and patient with my claims process. They checked in regularly and looked into any queries I had. Highly recommend to handle your DVA claims.
Great to deal with, very knowledgeable and helpful every step of the way.
I am absolutley grateful for the team at Veterans First Consulting in their support through my DVA permanent impairment claim. The outcome I received reflected proper preparation and expert advocacy. If you're a veteran considering a DVA claim: don't go it alone. The expertise VFC provides is worth it.
From the first phone call, they told me: "Personalised DVA claims. Done once. Done right." That stuck with me, and they backed it up the entire way through. They took something that could've been stressful and made it straightforward. And the result was nothing short of life changing. Highly recommended
I had the absolute pleasure of dealing with the team at Veteran’s First. They made the whole process a breeze with no stress at all. The team were all extremely helpful, friendly and professional. I’d highly recommend Veterans First to any Veteran thinking about going through with the DVA process.
The only reason I give Veterans First 5 stars is there isn't a higher option. They were incredible. They achieved an outcome I could not have gotten myself.Working with them was the best financial decision I have ever made. You don't need to deal with DVA directly. Well done team. From my family, thank you.
Leaving the ADF is very daunting, especially if it is due to medical matters. Veterans First consulting were there to support me from the very first phone call. I would have never been able to navigate through all the doctor’s appointments and discharge obligations without their help.
They walked me through the whole initial liability process and all conditions were accepted. During the permanent impairment stage, the Veterans First team were easy to talk to and I received maximum compensation. I was particularly impressed that when I asked to speak to the Director he called me within a few hours.
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I honestly can't recommend Veterans First Consulting highly enough. Throughout the whole process I was constantly kept up to date and informed. Every member of this team is a pleasure to deal with, nothing is ever too hard. Their knowledge of the full process from start to finish is second to none, no stone is left unturned.
I couldn’t recommend Veterans First Consulting highly enough. From the very beginning of my DVA journey right through to my compensation outcome, they have been amazing. They are incredibly knowledgeable and professional, and made the entire process as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
The team took all the stress and hassle out of every step of the process. Kept me highly informed at every stage. Highly recommended!
Extremely organised, proactive and efficient team here. These guys are professionals and each call and email comes across that way. Lastly the results they achieve and the support are phenomenal, highly worth the investment, couldn’t be happier.
I highly recommend Veterans First Consulting. The communication was frequent, clear and professional. The team were extremely helpful and easy to deal with from start to finish. I’m very happy with the service I received and would have no hesitation recommending Veterans First to other veterans.
Veterans first were excellent to deal with, very understanding and reliable. They built trust from the start and stayed true to their word. If your a veteran in doubt make the call to use veterans first.
Veterans First provided an excellent level of guidance, support and understanding through the claims process. They made everything easy and hassle free. Not a single member of the team ever made me feel like anything other than their top priority. Highly recommend.
I honestly cannot speak highly enough of Veterans First Consulting and the support I have received throughout my DVA claims process. They far exceeded my expectations, and looking back, engaging them was one of the best decisions I could have made.
I tried to navigate the DVA process myself and found it incredibly difficult. I heard about Veterans First and decided to give it a shot. They handled my case with compassion and took all the burden away from me. Thanks to Veterans First my claims are settled and I can receive the treatment I need.
I have had a very good experience with Veterans First, very helpful in arranging appointments, and dealing with DVA
Veterans First has been a tremendous help throughout the claims process. Their team provided excellent support and made everything much easier to navigate. I would absolutely use their services again in the future if needed and would highly recommend them to other veterans.
Amazing support from all the team from the very first call, right the way through the process. I highly recommend getting in touch.
Vet 1st have been NOTHING but Great from the very 1st phone call until the very last email I had no idea and these guys in my opinon saved me years of dealing with DVA. it really did help my mental health and took 99% of the stress out of it. So if you are not sure give them a call.
Exceptional service, patient and it was a breeze and a great pleasure working with them.
I highly recommend this Veterans First consulting for anyone navigating the DVA claims process. Their knowledge, professionalism, and dedication made what seemed like an overwhelming experience much easier to manage. They took the time to explain every step, and ensured my paperwork was accurate.
Made the process easier. Clear direction and transparency of process.
The team at Veterans First Consulting are unreal to deal with, communication is easy and response time is rapid, they're very helpful and you're never having to stress about sorting anything as they cover it for you. Excellent service
As a veteran this team went above and beyond, explaining all entitlements. Very knowlegable around the whole process and systems. Nothing was ever an issue. The team handiling mine where amazing and you wont find any advocates as nearly as good as them or caring and commited
Veterans First Consulting were so easy to work with, from the start of the process all the way through to the end. They were professional, thorough and patient with my claims process. They checked in regularly and looked into any queries I had. Highly recommend to handle your DVA claims.
Great to deal with, very knowledgeable and helpful every step of the way.
I am absolutley grateful for the team at Veterans First Consulting in their support through my DVA permanent impairment claim. The outcome I received reflected proper preparation and expert advocacy. If you're a veteran considering a DVA claim: don't go it alone. The expertise VFC provides is worth it.
From the first phone call, they told me: "Personalised DVA claims. Done once. Done right." That stuck with me, and they backed it up the entire way through. They took something that could've been stressful and made it straightforward. And the result was nothing short of life changing. Highly recommended
I had the absolute pleasure of dealing with the team at Veteran’s First. They made the whole process a breeze with no stress at all. The team were all extremely helpful, friendly and professional. I’d highly recommend Veterans First to any Veteran thinking about going through with the DVA process.
The only reason I give Veterans First 5 stars is there isn't a higher option. They were incredible. They achieved an outcome I could not have gotten myself.Working with them was the best financial decision I have ever made. You don't need to deal with DVA directly. Well done team. From my family, thank you.
Leaving the ADF is very daunting, especially if it is due to medical matters. Veterans First consulting were there to support me from the very first phone call. I would have never been able to navigate through all the doctor’s appointments and discharge obligations without their help.
They walked me through the whole initial liability process and all conditions were accepted. During the permanent impairment stage, the Veterans First team were easy to talk to and I received maximum compensation. I was particularly impressed that when I asked to speak to the Director he called me within a few hours.
I honestly can't recommend Veterans First Consulting highly enough. Throughout the whole process I was constantly kept up to date and informed. Every member of this team is a pleasure to deal with, nothing is ever too hard. Their knowledge of the full process from start to finish is second to none, no stone is left unturned.
Why Veterans Choose Us for Anxiety Claims
Anxiety claims need clear evidence showing how the condition relates to your service and affects your daily life. Our team understands how DVA assesses mental health claims and helps prepare your application with the right medical evidence, service details and supporting documentation.
Many veterans are unsure how anxiety, impairment ratings and lifestyle impacts may be considered under MRCA. We help document how the condition affects your work, relationships, routines and daily functioning, so your claim reflects your situation as clearly as possible.
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Yes, anxiety is a recognised mental health condition under MRCA. To claim, you'll need to show that your anxiety is linked to your military service, either directly or as a secondary condition to something already accepted. We help gather and organise the evidence needed for DVA to assess that connection. Learn more in our DVA Anxiety Entitlements guide.
Absolutely. Many veterans with anxiety also have depression, PTSD or physical conditions that affect their mental health. We assess all your service-related conditions and lodge a comprehensive claim that captures them fully. Find out more in our DVA Depression Entitlements guide.
Yes. Through Non-Liability Health Care (NLHC), eligible veterans can access fully funded treatment for mental health conditions, including anxiety, even if DVA hasn't yet decided your claim. If you hold a Veteran White Card that covers mental health, your GP can refer you to a psychologist, psychiatrist or other provider who accepts DVA cards, and DVA will fund that care separately from your permanent impairment assessment outcome. This means you don't have to wait for a claim decision before getting help, while we focus on preparing the documentation that reflects the impact of your anxiety. Learn more in our DVA Non-Liability Health Cover guide.
You'll need medical evidence showing a diagnosis and documentation linking your condition to your service. This might include service records, incident reports or statements about traumatic events. If your anxiety developed because of another accepted condition like PTSD or chronic pain, it can be claimed as a secondary condition. View our DVA Mental Health Claim guide.
Permanent impairment assessments alone, commonly take around 12 months, and when you include initial liability and specialist appointments, many claims take roughly 18–24 months in total. Timeframes vary depending on complexity and DVA workloads. Having complete documentation, the right specialist assessments and professional advocacy can help reduce delays. Learn more in our DVA Claims Timeframe guide.
DVA evaluates anxiety claims using impairment ratings and measures of lifestyle impact and these ratings show how your condition affects daily life, work and relationships. The results determine the level of recognition and support you may receive under MRCA, including access to ongoing treatment and entitlements.
We don't charge any upfront fees for our initial consultation, and we clearly explain our fee structure before you decide to proceed. Our focus is on providing specialist DVA claims support, and all costs are discussed and agreed with you in advance.
Only a psychiatrist can assess mental health conditions for DVA permanent impairment purposes; clinical psychologists cannot conduct these assessments. We connect you with psychiatrists who are familiar with DVA requirements and can properly document how your anxiety affects your life. Explore more in our Veterans Psychology guide.
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