headspace Whitsundays

06/08/2025

A big thank you to Bowen State High School for inviting headspace Whitsundays to be part of the 2025 Careers Expo! 💼🎓

Bec, our youth & community engagement worker loved having the chance to chat with young people about their mental health, and ways to ease the pressure that can come with finishing school and making big career decisions.

It was inspiring to hear their thoughts, share ideas, and remind them that there’s no one “right” path – just the one that feels right for them. 💚

Thanks again for having us

05/08/2025

headspace Whitsundays will be closed on Wednesday 6th August.

During this time headspace is still here for you. You can get support for your mental health by creating a headspace account at headspace.org.au or you can speak to someone 1-on-1 via online chat, email or over the phone at 1800 650 890

If you are in an emergency or need immediate assistance
Call emergency services on 000
If you need to speak to someone urgently, you can call:
lifeline 13 11 14
Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
Su***de Call Back Service 1300 659 467

05/08/2025

We’re excited to announce that guided, online Brief Binge Eating eTherapy (Brief BEeT) sessions are now available for young people with the support of an eheadspace clinician!
Earlier in the year we teamed up with InsideOut Institute for Eating Disorders to bring Brief BEeT for free to young people aged 16 – 25 years.
Young people can now complete Brief BEeT:
• Online, with guidance from a eheadspace clinician 💬
• Online, at their own pace 💻
• With in-person support at a local headspace centre 🏡
Whatever suits your young person best! If you’re a parent or carer and you’d like to learn more, click here: http://bit.ly/44qCCln 💚

05/08/2025

💚 Thank you Whitsundays Property Buyers 💚

As part of our Community Giveback Initiative, we had the pleasure of meeting with Bec at Headspace Whitsundays, a free and confidential service supporting young people aged 12–25 with the best support, information, and services for their health and wellbeing including physical health, mental health, drug and alcohol issues, employment and education support.

Thanks to the input of our clients, this incredible organisation was selected to receive a $500 donation from our service fees. We're proud to contribute to the vital role they play in empowering and improving the lives of local youth.

31/07/2025

🧠💚 We take time off when we’re sick, we rest when our bodies are tired, and we look after injuries when they happen…
So why do we often push through when our minds are struggling?
The truth is your mental health is just as important as your physical health. There’s no shame in checking in with yourself, asking for help, or taking time to heal. 💭
You deserve the same care and kindness you’d give to anyone else.
💚 Rest when you need to.
💚 Talk to someone you trust.
💚 Make your mental wellbeing a priority.
Taking care of your mental health is strength –
not weakness. ✨
👉 How do you look after your mental health? Share your tips in the comments below.

31/07/2025

🟢 We are looking for a new Mental Health Clinician! 🟢
Are you passionate about working with young people and our community?
We’re looking for a passionate, experienced, and dedicated person to join our team!

Please see link to learn more.
https://www.seek.com.au/job/85660045?type=promoted&ref=search-standalone&origin=cardTitle =a1a225e5fd65737ff9c2f5392d81bcbf0d2c2227

29/07/2025

Did you know that a headspace account isn't just for young people?! Parents and carers can have one too....
When you create an account with headspace, you can create connections in a safe community of like-minded family who are supporting young people, join online group chats, and access free professional 1-on-1 support.

Getting support for you - and the young person you’re supporting - has never been so simple.

Remember, you don’t need to face anything alone.

Create your free headspace account today: https://bit.ly/3BDFjWE

28/07/2025

In case you missed it, we’ve made some important changes to our online and phone mental health services:

🕒 New eheadspace hours: Free support with a clinician is now available 3pm–10pm in your local time, when it’s needed most.

📅 Pre-book appointments: You can schedule webchat or phone sessions with eheadspace clinicians and peer workers. More appointments will be available in the coming months!

💬 Online Communities refresh: Group chats for young people and adults supporting young people (including family, carers, educators and more) are back this week, with changed topics and an updated schedule aligned to school terms.

💻 Expanded support for binge eating: Brief Binge Eating eTherapy for young people aged 16-25 now also includes the option of accessing free, weekly online support with a headspace clinician.

We’re committed to improving how young people and families connect with mental health support.

You can learn more about these updates here: https://bit.ly/4f8Sv55

27/07/2025

Have you noticed your young person gaming more often than usual during the school holidays?
Gaming can be a great way for young people to connect, unwind and have fun but it’s also important to find the right balance.

Check out our new guide for family to learn more about how to encourage healthy gaming and what you might notice if it’s becoming a concern.

To learn more visit: http://bit.ly/45KuZZx

24/07/2025

Finding out your young person is experiencing or is involved in bullying can feel daunting, and often brings a range of emotions and concerns. Bullying is something that many young people will have experience with, and it can be hard to know how to help. There are things you can do to support your young person (and yourself).

Families and Adults Supporting Young People can join our peer led chat to talk about your own and other's experiences with bullying and discuss tips and resources with other adults supporting a young person through bullying.

Chat date: Wednesday 6 August 2025 - 6.30PM - 9.45PM AEST

link: https://headspace.org.au/online-and-phone-support/join-the-community/chats-by-professionals/psm-supporting-others-august-2025/?setReminder=1.?utm_source=centres&utm_campaign=asyp_monthly&utm_medium=email&utm_content=____ourspace_article

22/07/2025

headspace Whitsundays will be closed this morning 23rd July from 8:30am - 1:00pm

During this time, headspace is still here for you. You can get support for your mental health by creating a headspace account at headspace.org.au, or you can speak to someone 1-on-1 via online chat, email or over the phone at 1800 650 890.
If you are in an emergency or need immediate assistance:
-Call emergency services on 000.
If you need to speak to someone urgently, you can call:
-Lifeline 13 11 14
-Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
-Su***de Call Back Service 1300 659 467