Head to Health is Canberra’s new mental health support service
Head to Health is a new mental health service that supports all Canberrans.
Whether you’re trying to improve your own mental health and wellbeing, or helping someone you care about, start at Head to Health.
Request a call
Provide your details and one of our mental health workers will return your call between Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm.
We are not a crisis service. If you need immediate help or are at risk of harm to yourself or others call 000 now.
Find mental
health support at
Or visit us at Shop 7 (Ground Floor), 14 Childers Street, Canberra City.
Our Centre is located on the eastern edge of the Australian National
University (ANU), it is in close proximity to bus stops on Rimmer Street
and Marcus Clarke Street.
We are open for walk-ins on Monday, Tuesday and Friday (8.30am to
4.30pm), Wednesday (10.30am to 6.00pm) and Thursday (1.30 to 4.30pm)
(closed public holidays).
Sometimes finding the
support you need can
seem overwhelming.
Rather than jumping straight into a service that might not suit you, it can be helpful to talk to someone who can guide you to the right kind of support you need.
We are a free service to help people in the Canberra community. You don’t need to make an appointment or present a referral or Medicare card. Request a call, call us, or walk in and have a chat.
We take the time to understand the challenges you’re facing and help you today, tomorrow, and one day at a time.
Head to Health Canberra will help you find the right service for your needs. We can help you by reaching out to services in the area that best suit your needs or goals, and collect service information so you feel confident connecting with them when you are ready.
Connecting with us is easy:
Request a call, call us, or walk in to chat to one of our mental health professionals
We take the time to understand the challenges you're facing, and assess your mental health and wellbeing
We can recommend the next steps, which could be:
- We may be able to offer support services with our psychologists and other mental health clinicians, depending on your needs
- We can refer you to appropriate support options – and help you to navigate the complex world of mental health support services
- We can provide you with useful online resources so you can direct your mental health journey at times that suit you
With your consent, we will keep your primary health care providers (i.e. your GP) in the loop to ensure continuity of your care. Our mental health professionals will check in with you along the way, to ensure you feel supported.
Join a mental health program:
Healthy Eating
Improve your relationship with food and reduce the risk of eating disordered behaviours
Mens Resilience
Learn strategies to increase your resilience in proactive ways to protect against stresses and mental illness
Coping During Covid
A two session workshop to help you respond to the ongoing pandemic in helpful and healthy ways
Peer Social Groups
Connect with others in a supportive environment. We cover resilience, recovery, hope, and mindfulness
Healthy Coping
For those who are seeking to learn more adaptive, healthy ways to manage the stressors in their life.
Enquire about
a program
We are a free service to help the Canberra community lift their mental health and wellbeing.
To access free support through the Canberra Head to Health Centre, call 1800 595 212 for a consultation with a trained mental health professional or drop in at Shop 7 (Ground Floor), 14 Childers Street, Canberra City.
An appointment, Medicare card or referral is not required.
A trained mental health professional will ask you a range of questions to ensure your needs are appropriately identified.
Urgent Support
If you need immediate help or at risk of harm to yourself or others call 000
Head to Health
Call 1800 595 212
Monday, Tuesday and Friday – 8.30am to 4.30pm
Wednesday – 10.30am to 6.00pm
Thursday – 1.30 to 4.30pm
(closed public holidays)
After Hours & Weekends
Access Mental Health 1800 629 354
Lifeline 13 11 14
SuicideLine 1300 651 251
Beyond Blue 1800 512 348
MensLine 1300 789 978
KidsLine 1800 551 800
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