If you or someone in your family are experiencing poor mental health, there are a range of mental health organisations that can offer help to young people:
- Headspace – Mental health and counselling for people aged 12 to 25 years.
- CAMHS– Child and Adolescent Mental Health crisis service.
- Reach Out – Online mental health support and resources designed specifically for teens.
- HelpingMinds – Mental health support services.
- Smiling Mind – Mindfulness app to allow you to practise a range of skills to build mental fitness.
- Beyond Blue – Counselling support.
- Kids Helpline – Free, confidential 24/7 counselling services for people aged 5 to 25 years.
- Head to Health (18+)– Helps to navigate services in the mental health and wellbeing space.
- Head to Health (17 and under)-Support and information for young people.
- The Brave Program – Online self-help program designed specifically to help young people experiencing anxiety and worries.
- MoodGYM – Free, fun, interactive program that helps young people identify and overcome problem emotions and teaches how to develop good coping skills for the future.
You can also reach out to your GP, clinical team or CFWA’s psychosocial team on services@cfwa.org.au.