Stress Leave Certificate

If stress or mental health concerns are affecting your ability to work, a Hola Health practitioner can assess your situation and issue mental health medical certificate if clinically appropriate. Certified by an AHPRA-registered practitioner, our medical certificate for stress leave is accepted in Australian workplaces.

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Why choose Hola for your mental health leave certificate?

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Benefits of Stress Leave Certificate Online with Hola Health

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100% Legit & Valid

Issued only by AHPRA-registered medical practitioners, the Fair Work Ombudsman recognises these certificates as valid proof of leave. Available even in rural Australia!

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Same Clinical Standard

Each mental health medical certificate issued has the provider’s AHPRA number & serves as valid support for your leave of absence.

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Widely Accepted

Meeting the standards required by workplaces, get your mental health leave certificate (easy to download and share) in minutes, if approved.

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Your data and medical records is safe under the Australian Privacy Principles with Hola Health’s ISO security. Focus on yourself, leave the paperwork to us.

How to get a stress leave certificate with Hola?

1. Request your certificate

Complete a quick questionnaire in our secure online form, it usually takes minutes

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2. Your request is reviewed in minutes

An AHPRA-registered practitioner will review your request in minutes.

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3. Get your medical certificate

If approved, your mental health leave certificate is emailed to you instantly.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Same clinical validity

  • Green-tick-icon You can request a multi-day stress leave certificate via an online GP consult.
  • Green-tick-icon There is no hidden fee, booking fee or surprises.
  • Green-tick-icon The stress leave certificate can be verified easily by your employer. They can email Hola support at support@hola.health
  • Green-tick-icon You are entitled to confidentiality regarding your diagnosis.
  • Green-tick-icon If you are struggling with your mental health beyond what a certificate can address, please reach out to Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24/7) or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. A telehealth certificate is a support tool — it is not a substitute for mental health care.
  • Green-tick-icon If you or someone close to you is experiencing an emergency or is at immediate risk of harm, please call triple zero (000).
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Frequently Asked Questions

A stress leave medical certificate is a document issued by a healthcare provider to confirm that an individual requires time off work due to stress-related health concerns. This is usually requested when a person is exhausted due to work or dealing with life issues. According to Fair Work Australia, the classification of stress leave as paid sick leave or annual leave can vary depending on the severity of the stress experienced by the employee.

While company policies can vary, common reasons for stress leave include:
  • Work-related stress 
  • Mental health conditions like anxiety or depression 
  • Personal issues impacting work 
  • Sudden emergencies
Fair Work Australia mentions above leave due to stress as paid sick leave. It states, “An employee can take paid sick leave when they can’t work because of a personal illness or injury. This can include stress and pregnancy-related illnesses.” An employee should be able to provide evidence for their stress leave via a medical certificate or other statutory requirements as per the company’s guidelines.

To get a medical certificate for mental health leave, simply fill out our quick online questionnaire. An Australian-registered health practitioner will review your symptoms, and if appropriate, issue your medical certificate for stress leave directly to your inbox in minutes.

Yes, stress leave is considered sick leave in Australia. If a person can provide evidence for their stress leave, they will be entitled to paid sick leave in Australia provided their employer accepts the grounds due to which the employee has taken leave for stress.
In Australia, stress leave, especially when approved by a medical practitioner in the form of a medical certificate, should be accepted according to the Fair Work Act 2009. However, employers generally have the discretion to approve or reject a request for stress leave. This depends on various factors such as company policies, employment contracts, and the evidence provided by the employee.
Yes, Hola Health is an Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) registered provider and adheres to strict privacy protocols set out by theAustralian Privacy Principles   Spend time recovering, not worrying. All single-day or multi-day certificates, if approved, are delivered in minutes.
Honesty is crucial while discussing your stress leave with a doctor to get the appropriate support and guidance for your situation. Your doctor relies on the information you provide to accurately assess your condition and recommend the most effective course of action. Therefore, it’s essential to be open and transparent about your symptoms and how stress is impacting your health and work performance.

Yes, our after-hours telehealth doctors and health practitioners are online 24/7, including weekends and public holidays, to review your request and provide a certificate if appropriate.

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Hola Health provides online medical certificates issued by AHPRA-licensed practitioners in Australia following a telehealth assessment. Medical certificates are not a bulk-billed service — private fees apply for all medical certificate consultations or assessments, 24/7. The certificates are accepted at the discretion of your employers, teachers, or other relevant authorities.

For emergencies, call 000 immediately.

The content on this page has been medically reviewed by Dr. Nelson Lau (MBBS, FRACGP), GP and Digital Health Specialist with over 30 years of experience.

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