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Support Services in Collie
COLLIE MEDICAL SERVICES
Collie Hospital
Collie Medical Group
Collie River Valley Medical Centre
9734 4111
OTHER COLLIE SUPPORT SERVICES
Child & Parent Centre - Collie Valley
Providing free support services for parents and children aged 0-8 years. The services and programs available are early years programs, parenting programs, support groups, child health services, Waratah and 4families counselling services.
9734 3364
Collie Family Centre
Free Mental Health counselling service for ages 16 years and up and support groups.
9734 5343
Collie PCYC
Youth activities and meals provided in a fun and engaging 'safeSPACE' where young people aged 12-17 can 'hang out'. Coordinated by qualified youth workers.
9734 5343
South West Community Alcohol & Drug Service
Free in-person and telephone counselling for individuals and families needing advice, education or counselling relating to alcohol and other drug use.
Illogical Being
A space providing holistic therapies such as counselling, reiki and sound journeys to support healing and wellbeing.
South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS)
SWAMS is a Noongar Community Controlled Health Organisation that delivers culturally appropriate, holistic healthcare and support services to Aboriginal communities in the South West of Western Australia.
Waratah
Waratah is a not for profit organisation that provides family and domestic violence and sexual assault services throughout the South-West of WA.
Youth Focus
Youth Focus is a for-purpose organisation that creates brighter futures for young people aged 12-25 in WA by offering a range of mental health services. Youth Focus attend the Collie SHS on Tuesdays.
What is a Mental Health Care Plan and when do I need one?
A Mental Health Care Plan is a support plan created by your doctor to help you access mental health services, such as seeing a psychologist, counsellor or social worker. It is available to anyone experiencing mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, stress or grief, to name a few.
What happens when you get one?
You will need to book a longer appointment with your doctor. During this appointment, your doctor will talk with you about how you have been feeling and what is happening in your life. This conversation is private, and your doctor is there to support you.
If a Mental Health Care Plan is right for you, your doctor will work with you to create one. The plan usually includes:
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Goals to improve your mental health
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A referral to a mental health professional
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Access to Medicare-subsidised sessions (up to 10 per calendar year)
What happens next?
After your plan is made, you can book an appointment with the mental health professional you have been referred to. These sessions will be focused on your needs and can include talking through challenges, learning coping strategies and building emotional resilience.