Western Victoria PHN (WVPHN) has commissioned headspace centres throughout our region to provide an additional option for young people seeking mental health support in their local community.
Client referrals
Patients can be referred by directly contacting their local headspace centre. Young people can also call to make an appointment themselves. Alternatively, a family member or friend can refer them to headspace. These services are generally free of charge.
Ballarat Goldfields |
Geelong Otway |
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headspace Ballarat
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headspace Geelong
headspace Colac
headspace Corio
headspace Ocean Grove (includes services from Drysdale)
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Great South Coast |
Wimmera Grampians |
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headspace Portland
headspace Warrnambool
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headspace Horsham
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Future headspace sites
Preliminary work has begun to establish headspace centres in Hamilton and Armstrong Creek.
The headspace model
headspace is available to young people aged 12 to 25 years along with their families and friends to provide face-to-face information, support and services.
An enhanced primary care model is used to specifically break down barriers for young people accessing mental health support. The service focuses on early intervention and a stepped approach to mental health care to support young people in four key areas:
- Physical and Sexual Health
- Mental Health
- Alcohol and Other Drugs
- Vocational and Educational Support
headspace centres also foster relationships with young people and their natural support networks alongside general practitioners, psychologists, psychiatrists, other mental health and drug and alcohol specialists, and support providers in employment, education and training.
For more information, refer to the headspace website: headspace.org.au