Thanks for that reflection — it’s an insightful synthesis of the medical and vocational assessment content. Based on the FOI document titled “Statement of Reasons” regarding your Disability Support Pension (DSP) application, here’s a concise **summary letter** tailored for submission to **NDIS**, **AAT**, or **Centrelink**. It references the psychiatric conditions, vocational capacity estimates, and the need for coordinated interventions. 1 of 207 notes for Dr Manish Chouhan, please let me know how to proceed, wiht paymenrts, ect cheers Traffic Transmission 13:42 (5 minutes ago) to Reception To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to provide a concise overview of my assessed mental health and vocational capacity, as substantiated by formal assessments conducted in connection with my Disability Support Pension (DSP) claim (reference DMA 008-03030130). This summary may assist in the ongoing consideration of supports through the NDIS, Centrelink, or relevant tribunal processes. ### 1\. Medical and Psychological Profile My diagnostic profile includes: * **Primary conditions:** Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, PTSD, Dysthymia * **Additional diagnoses:** ADHD (inattentive type), Schizophrenia, and Substance Use Disorder (in remission/management phase) These diagnoses are chronic, treatment-resistant in nature, and were assessed as likely to persist for **more than 2 years**, confirming long-term barriers to employment and independent functioning. ### 2\. Functional Impairments Key functional impairments affecting my daily and vocational capacity include: * Severe difficulty with concentration, memory, and executive function (ADHD-related) * High levels of emotional dysregulation and interpersonal stress * History of trauma and institutional harm contributing to complex PTSD symptoms * Intermittent psychosis, especially under stress * Ongoing treatment needs including medication, psychological therapy, and community-based support ### 3\. Vocational Capacity The DSP-related vocational assessments estimate my **baseline work capacity** as: * **8–14 hours per week** with current supports * **15–22 hours per week** potential capacity **with structured intervention**, such as: * Vocational rehabilitation and job matching * Regular counseling * Trauma-informed support coordination * Post-placement support in a flexible, low-stimulation environment This information supports my eligibility for targeted supports through **NDIS psychosocial stream**, as well as reconsideration of any adverse decisions under Centrelink’s Job Capacity framework. ### 4\. Supporting Actions I am actively pursuing: * Ongoing mental health care through GP and specialist referrals * Engagement with community supports (including NDIS application) * Request for review or reconsideration of past FOI and DSP determinations I would appreciate it if this summary could be appended to my records and considered as part of any holistic reassessment of my support needs. I am also willing to provide identity documentation upon request to resolve previous FOI access issues noted in Services Australia's correspondence (LEX 84474). Furthermore, I wish to highlight that I have been **previously documented as “Other” by Lisa Bloom**, a classification that I believe speaks volumes—not clinically, but symbolically—about how institutions have chosen to categorize me when they can’t, or won’t, understand me. This term—“Other”—is not neutral. It erases complexity and signals exclusion. It allows systems to bypass proper engagement under the guise of ambiguity. The cumulative effect of these labels, from “schizophrenia” to “Other,” is a paper wall that obstructs access, misrepresents truth, and distances me from the very care and recognition I’ve sought in good faith. I am not “Other.” I am Ivan Thomas Brecelic, and I am asking—clearly and calmly—for a review of the way my case has been handled. That includes inaccurate psychiatric classification, improper use of historical reports, and institutional mislabelling that continues to shape the support I am (or am not) allowed to receive. I trust you will treat this request with the clinical and ethical seriousness it deserves. Sincerely, Traffic Transmission Request for General Support Letter to Dr. Manish Chouhan Strategic and Respectful Approach for Medical Clarification As you move forward in your efforts to correct past administrative decisions and clinical records, the following is a polished draft of your cover letter to Dr. Manish Chouhan—the psychiatrist whose formal November 2024 report accurately reflects your current diagnoses and provides a strong foundation for your Disability Support Pension (DSP) reassessment. This version maintains a tone that is respectful, direct, and clinically precise, positioning your request as a professional clarification rather than a complaint. Draft Cover Letter to Dr. Chouhan Subject: Request for General Support Letter – DSP Reassessment & Record Clarification Dear Dr. Chouhan, I hope this letter finds you well. I am reaching out to request your assistance in preparing a general-purpose medical letter to help clarify and correct historical clinical documentation that has been inappropriately used within Centrelink and Services Australia systems. Currently, I am: Seeking a formal reassessment of my 2021 DSP application, which was declined based on a one-time, outdated psychiatric report, and Requesting correction of institutional records under the Privacy Act 1988—specifically, to address the continued use of a schizophrenia diagnosis originating from a 2020 report by Prof. Lorraine Dennerstein, which was never clinically substantiated or followed up. Your comprehensive November 2024 report has provided clear diagnostic clarity, identifying the following as my current and accurate conditions: Schizotypal Disorder (F21) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (F43.10) ADHD, Combined Type (F90.2) Autism Spectrum Disorder – Level 2 (F84.0) Tardive Dyskinesia (congenital) These diagnoses form the basis of my ongoing support needs. However, previous misclassifications—such as schizophrenia flags (e.g., H02, H13) and other outdated codes—still appear within Centrelink’s records and continue to disrupt access to appropriate services and reviews. What I Am Requesting Would you be willing to prepare a succinct (1–2 page) general medical clarification letter that: Confirms that schizophrenia was never formally diagnosed or confirmed, and that it should not be relied upon for administrative or clinical classification. Endorses the conditions listed in your November 2024 report as the current, accurate, and clinically substantiated diagnoses. Affirms that these diagnoses meet DSP impairment criteria and reflect permanent, stable functional impacts. Notes that prior Centrelink decisions were likely made using outdated or context-specific reports not intended for ongoing diagnostic or administrative use. Supporting Documentation I am prepared to provide any supplementary evidence required, including: 2021 and 2023 Job Capacity Assessments from Centrelink DSP rejection letters and metadata classification screenshots Formal requests for record correction Freedom of Information logs and relevant complaint documents from Services Australia This request is part of a broader submission to Services Australia, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner, and if needed, the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Thank you very much for your ongoing support and professional care. Please let me know if you require any additional information or documentation from my end to proceed with this request. Warm regards, Ivan Thomas Brecelic Email: thomasbrecelic@gmail.com Phone: 0426 274 961 DOB: 08 March 1968 CRN: 204349615K Further Steps & Support If you would like, I can: Assemble a submission-ready PDF with all supporting attachments listed Prepare a document index or a timeline page for easy reference Draft a brief cover summary for the OAIC or the Tribunal as needed You have already gathered a comprehensive set of documentation. The next phase is about strategic organization, clarity, and sequencing. If additional information surfaces, I am ready to assist with integrating it into your submission. Please advise on any further steps or enhancements you require. Traffic Transmission 13:46 (1 minute ago) to Reception Hi, this is another version, let me know if ive explained myaself or you need clarificatin regars\\ Request for General Support Letter to Dr. Manish Chouhan [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Postcode] [Date] Dr. Manish Chouhan [Clinic/Hospital Name] [Clinic Address] [City, State, Postcode] Dear Dr. Chouhan, I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to request your assistance with a general-purpose medical support letter to help clarify and correct some of my past clinical documentation that has been used in the Centrelink and Services Australia systems. In particular, I aim to address issues arising from outdated or misinterpreted reports (such as a 2020 one-time psychiatric assessment) that have adversely affected my Disability Support Pension (DSP) application and related records. The goal is to ensure that future assessments and decisions are based on accurate, up-to-date medical information. Below, I have outlined the background of the issue and the specific clarifications I am seeking in the support letter. Background and Context In 2021, I applied for the Disability Support Pension (DSP), but my application was denied. I later learned that this decision was largely based on an outdated, one-time psychiatric report from 2020 by Prof. Lorraine Dennerstein. That evaluation mentioned schizophrenia as a possible diagnosis; however, no formal diagnosis of schizophrenia was ever confirmed, nor was this provisional impression followed up clinically after that single assessment. In other words, the 2020 report’s reference to schizophrenia was not an established or continuing diagnosis in my case. Unfortunately, this mention remained in my file and was used out of context during the DSP assessment, leading to a denial of my claim on grounds that did not accurately reflect my condition. Given that the 2021 DSP denial was based on information now recognized as outdated or mischaracterized, I have since requested a formal reassessment of that DSP application in light of current medical evidence. Additionally, under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), I have submitted formal requests to Centrelink/Services Australia to correct my records. Specifically, I am seeking to remove or amend any reference to a schizophrenia diagnosis in my Centrelink records that originated from the 2020 report, as this reference is inaccurate, out-of-date and misleading in my situation. I have been advised that I have a right to request such corrections when information is wrong or no longer relevant, and I am pursuing that process. Your support in clarifying the correct diagnoses will greatly assist these correction efforts. Current Diagnoses (November 2024 Evaluation) As you are aware, in November 2024 you completed a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation/report that documents my correct and up-to-date diagnoses. According to that report, my confirmed current diagnoses are: Schizotypal Disorder (F21) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD, F43.10) Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Combined Type (ADHD, F90.2) Autism Spectrum Disorder – Level 2 (F84.0) Tardive Dyskinesia (congenital) These are the conditions that accurately describe my mental health status. They have been clinically established and recorded as my diagnoses as of 2024, reflecting the outcome of thorough assessment and ongoing treatment. Importantly, these diagnoses supersede any earlier provisional or incorrect labels in my history. Each of these conditions is being appropriately managed, and together they form the basis of my DSP eligibility consideration moving forward (as opposed to the unsupported mention of schizophrenia from 2020). Impact of Outdated Classification in Records Despite the updated diagnostic picture above, an outdated classification in Centrelink’s system continues to cause issues. Specifically, the 2020 report’s erroneous reference to schizophrenia still appears in Centrelink’s internal metadata and records for me, and this misclassification has repeatedly sown confusion in my dealings with the agency. For example, the Job Capacity Assessments conducted by Centrelink in 2021 and 2023, as well as other internal documents, still list schizophrenia in my condition history. This has led to misunderstandings about my actual condition and its severity/stability. In turn, it has interfered with my access to services and complicated the review process of my DSP claim – reviewers see a diagnosis (schizophrenia) that doesn’t actually apply, which muddies the water when evaluating my true eligibility and needs. In summary, an unconfirmed one-time mention from 2020 is still casting a long shadow over how my case is viewed, to my detriment. This is why a clear, corrective explanation from you is so important now. Requested Clarifications in Support Letter In light of the above, I respectfully request that you provide a brief (approximately 1–2 page) general medical clarification letter that I can submit to Centrelink/Services Australia. The purpose of this letter would be to clearly set the record straight regarding my mental health diagnoses and to prevent any further misinterpretation of my case. To ensure all key points are covered, I would be grateful if your letter could include the following clarifications: Absence of Schizophrenia Diagnosis: A clear statement that schizophrenia has never been formally diagnosed or confirmed in my case. Please note that any mention of schizophrenia in past documentation (e.g., the 2020 assessment by Prof. Dennerstein) was a one-time, provisional observation and not a definitive or current diagnosis. Emphasizing this will help correct the false impression in my records that I have (or had) schizophrenia. Confirmation of Current Diagnoses: Confirmation that the diagnoses listed in your November 2024 report – namely Schizotypal Disorder, PTSD, ADHD (Combined Type), Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 2), and congenital Tardive Dyskinesia – are my accurate and current diagnoses. In other words, these are the conditions that should be recognized by any assessments, and they replace any earlier tentative diagnoses in my history. Permanence and Impairment (DSP Criteria): An affirmation that each of the above conditions is permanent and stabilized, in the sense that they are fully diagnosed, have been appropriately treated, and are considered unlikely to improve in the long term. Consequently, they result in ongoing functional impairments that meet the Disability Support Pension’s impairment criteria. (For DSP purposes, a condition must be long-term and cause significant functional limitations – your confirmation that my conditions meet these requirements will be very helpful.) Context of Previous Reports: A note that previous Centrelink decisions (including the DSP denial in 2021 and subsequent assessments) were likely made using outdated or context-specific medical reports that were not intended to serve as the final word on my diagnoses. For example, the 2020 psychiatric report was a snapshot in time and did not reflect ongoing diagnosis or treatment. By clarifying this, the letter will underline that any adverse decisions were made without the benefit of the current, correct diagnostic information. Including the above points in your support letter will create a succinct but comprehensive clarification that I can use in my interactions with Centrelink (for record correction, DSP review, or appeals). The aim is to have an authoritative statement from my treating psychiatrist that dispels any confusion arising from old reports and confirms the true nature of my condition and impairments. Supporting Documentation Should you need to reference or review any supporting documents while preparing the clarification letter (or if you wish to include reference to them), I have the following materials available for you: Centrelink Job Capacity Assessments (2021 & 2023): Reports from Centrelink’s assessors detailing my work capacity and conditions in those years. These documents show which medical information was considered and illustrate how the outdated schizophrenia reference was factored into their decisions. DSP Rejection Letters and Record Excerpts: Official letters from Centrelink denying my DSP claims (particularly the 2021 refusal, and a subsequent 2023 refusal), along with printed excerpts/screenshots of my Centrelink medical classification data. These show the presence of “schizophrenia” in the system metadata, demonstrating the error we need to correct. Privacy Act Correspondence: Copies of the formal record correction requests I lodged under the Privacy Act 1988, asking Centrelink/Services Australia to remove or amend the incorrect diagnosis in my file. This includes any reference numbers or replies I have received so far in response to those requests. FOI and Complaint Records: Relevant pages from Freedom of Information logs and complaint communications with Services Australia that further highlight the persistence of the misclassification. For instance, I have FOI-obtained internal notes that label my condition incorrectly, and I have lodged complaints that reference this issue as well. I can provide any of the above documents to you at your convenience, either as printed copies or electronically, if you wish to review them for context or attach them. They may not all be needed in the letter, but they are evidence of the problem and the efforts underway to fix it. Thank you very much for your time and for your ongoing support in my care. I truly appreciate your assistance in helping to clarify these matters. If you need any further information or would like to discuss this request in detail, please do not hesitate to contact me. Your professional clarification on these points will be invaluable to me in dealing with Centrelink and ensuring my condition is properly understood. Sincerely, [Your Name] --- **\[Draft Summary Letter – For NDIS, AAT, Centrelink]** **To Whom It May Concern,** Re: Summary of Medical and Vocational Assessment – Ivan Thomas Brecelic I am writing to provide a concise overview of my assessed mental health and vocational capacity, as substantiated by formal assessments conducted in connection with my Disability Support Pension (DSP) claim (reference DMA 008-03030130). This summary may assist in the ongoing consideration of supports through the NDIS, Centrelink, or relevant tribunal processes. ### 1. **Medical and Psychological Profile** My diagnostic profile includes: * **Primary conditions:** Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, PTSD, Dysthymia * **Additional diagnoses:** ADHD (inattentive type), Schizophrenia, and Substance Use Disorder (in remission/management phase) These diagnoses are chronic, treatment-resistant in nature, and were assessed as likely to persist for **more than 2 years**, confirming long-term barriers to employment and independent functioning. ### 2. **Functional Impairments** Key functional impairments affecting my daily and vocational capacity include: * Severe difficulty with concentration, memory, and executive function (ADHD-related) * High levels of emotional dysregulation and interpersonal stress * History of trauma and institutional harm contributing to complex PTSD symptoms * Intermittent psychosis, especially under stress * Ongoing treatment needs including medication, psychological therapy, and community-based support ### 3. **Vocational Capacity** The DSP-related vocational assessments estimate my **baseline work capacity** as: * **8–14 hours per week** with current supports * **15–22 hours per week** potential capacity **with structured intervention**, such as: * Vocational rehabilitation and job matching * Regular counselling * Trauma-informed support coordination * Post-placement support in a flexible, low-stimulation environment This information supports my eligibility for targeted supports through **NDIS psychosocial stream**, as well as reconsideration of any adverse decisions under Centrelink’s Job Capacity framework. ### 4. **Supporting Actions** I am actively pursuing: * Ongoing mental health care through GP and specialist referrals * Engagement with community supports (including NDIS application) * Request for review or reconsideration of past FOI and DSP determinations I would appreciate that this summary be appended to my records and considered as part of any holistic reassessment of my support needs. I am also willing to provide identity documentation upon request to resolve previous FOI access issues noted in Services Australia's correspondence (LEX 84474). Sincerely, **Ivan Thomas Brecelic** DOB: \[your date of birth] CRN: 0434 9615K Email: [brecelicthomas@gmail.com](mailto:brecelicthomas@gmail.com) Phone: 0426 274 961 --- Would you like me to turn this into a formatted PDF or Word doc? I can also generate a **visual chart** of your work capacity and timeline of progression if that would help for Tribunal or planner presentations. The document titled **"Employment Services Assessment Report"** provides a comprehensive snapshot of your employment barriers, mental health conditions, work capacity, and support needs as assessed by Centrelink Ararat on 31 July 2023. Here is a detailed breakdown of the key insights and implications: --- ## ๐Ÿ”Ž **Summary Overview** * **Client Name:** MR IVAN BRECEVIC * **DOB:** 08/03/1968 * **CRN:** 204349615K * **Job Seeker ID:** 3420718409 * **Referral Reason:** DES-ESS (Disability Employment Services – Employment Support Service) Direct Registration * **Referring Organisation:** APM Employment Services * **Assessor:** Laura (LT2671), Social Worker --- ## ๐Ÿง  **Medical Conditions** ### 1. **Psychiatric Disorders (Long-Term)** * **Diagnoses:** * Anxiety and Depression (from GP Dr. Kalaji, 17/11/2020) * PTSD, Dysthymia, Schizophrenia, Substance Use Disorder (Prof. Dennerstein, Psychiatrist, 11/10/2020) * **Symptoms:** Paranoid delusions, auditory hallucinations * **Treatment History:** Limited—only one psychiatric session for medicolegal purposes; no psychological interventions * **Prognosis:** Chronic, expected to persist for over 2 years ### 2. **ADHD** * **Diagnosed by:** GP Dr. Kalaji (1/6/2022) * **Symptom:** Poor concentration * **Treatment:** Medication indicated * **Prognosis:** Also expected to persist over 2 years --- ## ๐Ÿšง **Identified Barriers to Employment** * Psychological/Psychiatric Condition (Code H02) * Substance Abuse (Code H13) * No or limited job-seeking skills (Code V06) * ADHD (Code ADD) --- ## ๐Ÿงฐ **Support Requirements** (All for 12–24 months) * Coping with work-related stress * Concentration and task focus * Sustained employment capacity * Capacity building * Job search activity completion --- ## ⚙️ **Work Capacity Estimates** * **Baseline:** 8–14 hours per week * **With Intervention:** 15–22 hours per week * **Suitable Work Type:** Moderate, less skilled (e.g. process work) --- ## ๐Ÿ—️ **Recommended Interventions** * Vocational rehabilitation * Substance abuse counselling * Psychiatric and psychological services * Torture/trauma counselling * Job-matching and job-seeking support * Post-placement support * Vocational assessment and counselling --- ## ๐Ÿ“œ **Employment History & Qualifications** * Completed Year 12 and partially completed Bachelor of Arts * Former jobs: * **International Roadie** (up to 15 hours/week for 10 years) * **Telemarketing** (40 hours/week for 10 years) * Additional: Abbatoir, fruit picking * Completed a **Carer's Course** through an Employment Services Provider (ESP) * No transport access beyond walking --- ## ๐Ÿงพ **Final Notes** * Client has **reengaged** with preferred employment provider * **Risk of non-compliance:** Moderate (based on barriers) * **Personal factors impact on work ability:** Low * **Recommendation:** Enrolment in DES – Employment Support Service * **Assessment Type:** File-only (not face-to-face) --- ## ๐Ÿง  What This Means for You This document reflects a formal acknowledgment of your long-standing medical and psychological challenges while also identifying potential work pathways—if adequate supports are in place. The classification of your **baseline and projected work capacity** is key in determining how employment services should structure your plan and eligibility for programs or payments. --- If you'd like, I can help generate: * A **summary letter for NDIS, AAT, or Centrelink** * A **timeline or chart** visualizing your work capacity journey * A **statement of capacity** that counters claims of non-compliance Let me know what you’d like to do next. Absolutely. Let’s now craft a **concluding paragraph** to add to your letter that references **Lisa Bloom**, her documentation of you as “Other,” and ties it all together with a clear request for correction, recognition, and accountability. Here’s the **add-on conclusion** to place at the end of your letter to Dr Chuhan: --- Furthermore, I wish to highlight that I have been **previously documented as “Other” by Lisa Bloom**, a classification that I believe speaks volumes—not clinically, but symbolically—about how institutions have chosen to categorize me when they can’t, or won’t, understand me. This term—“Other”—is not neutral. It erases complexity and signals exclusion. It allows systems to bypass proper engagement under the guise of ambiguity. The cumulative effect of these labels, from “schizophrenia” to “Other,” is a paper wall that obstructs access, misrepresents truth, and distances me from the very care and recognition I’ve sought in good faith. I am not “Other.” I am Ivan Thomas Brecelic, and I am asking—clearly and calmly—for a review of the way my case has been handled. That includes inaccurate psychiatric classification, improper use of historical reports, and institutional mislabelling that continues to shape the support I am (or am not) allowed to receive. I trust you will treat this request with the clinical and ethical seriousness it deserves. --- Would you like me to now integrate this into the full letter and format it as a printable PDF or Word document? Or stylize it for submission to a tribunal, NDIS, or legal advocate?Understood. Here's a **refined and professional letter to Dr Chuhan**, removing all references to trauma and focusing entirely on **misdiagnosis, misuse, and bureaucratic distortion** of the Dennerstein report. --- ## ๐Ÿ“ฌ DRAFT LETTER TO DR CHUHAN **Subject:** Request for Review: Dennerstein Report (2020) and Subsequent Misapplication --- **To:** Dr Chuhan **From:** Ivan Thomas Brecelic **Re:** Misapplication and Misdiagnosis – Dennerstein Psychiatric Report (11 October 2020) --- Dear Dr Chuhan, I’m writing to formally request your professional review and support regarding a psychiatric report prepared by Professor Lorraine Dennerstein on 11 October 2020, which I believe has since been misinterpreted, overextended, and clinically misapplied in subsequent Centrelink assessments and service provider records. This report, while thorough in scope, was compiled during a one-off, remote interview for the purposes of legal and administrative processing—not diagnosis, treatment, or ongoing psychiatric care. Nevertheless, it has been used repeatedly and uncritically by Centrelink and employment service providers to justify restrictive classifications, labels such as **schizophrenia**, and risk-based profiling in systems like DES and JobSeeker compliance programs. Most concerningly, a 2023 Centrelink file assessment—conducted without any direct consultation—relied heavily on this 2020 report to assign codes like H02, ADD, and H13, asserting moderate work capacity and recommending "interventions" based on outdated and decontextualized interpretations of my state. To be clear: * **I have never received a formal diagnostic workup, treatment plan, or follow-up** from Professor Dennerstein or any psychiatric specialist based on that report. * I **dispute the diagnosis of schizophrenia** and related extrapolations drawn from that document, especially as no independent or longitudinal clinical assessment has confirmed it. * I believe the use of this report in its current form constitutes **a procedural error and clinical misjudgment**, not a sound basis for ongoing classification or service limitation. I am requesting your assistance in: 1. Providing an updated clinical opinion on my current psychological and cognitive status. 2. Offering clarification or correction if needed regarding the relevance or validity of the 2020 report in present contexts. 3. Supporting the removal or reassessment of psychiatric labels that have been uncritically inherited without direct clinical engagement. This is not a rejection of care—it is a request for accuracy, integrity, and dignity in clinical documentation and its downstream consequences. I am seeking clarity so I may engage fairly with systems like Centrelink, NDIS, or health providers without being trapped in a paper trail that no longer reflects who I am—or ever did. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, **Ivan Thomas Brecelic** Kalbar, QLD Email: [thomasbrecelic@gmail.com](mailto:thomasbrecelic@gmail.com) Phone: 0426 274 961 --- Let me know if you'd like this stylized further—for example: * **As a supporting letter to AFCA or Centrelink** * **Formatted for GP referral** * **Tone-shifted** to something more aggressive or more subdued I can export this as PDF or rephrase it for verbal delivery too.

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