Helping a friend through a tough time

It's Mental Health Week and we're focusing on how you can help a friend going through a tough time.

To tie in with this we're excited to announce our new ambassador, Channel 11 presenter Ash London. Ash has filmed a video with us sharing her experience of a friend turning to her for help. Check out Ash's video or read more about Ash London's role at headspace.

Vist our 'helping a friend' page to get information and your questions asked on what you can do.

If you want to refer your friend to a headspace service find your nearest centre or check out our online support service  eheadspace.

headspace is a service for those aged 12 - 25, if you or a friend is outside this age visit http://www.mindhealthconnect.org.au/ to find the best service available.

Chris Tanti Blog

Let someone know you have their back - read our CEO's blog post on how you as a friend or parent can help someone going through a time tough.

Mental Health Week Events

Zip It

On World Mental Health Day people across Australia will go silent for 24 hours to raise the volume on mental health awareness.

The headspace team and our ambassadors Nick Bracks and Tyla Bertolli are taking part. Find out more info on how to take part or donate on the Zip It website.

headspace centres

Our centres across Australia are involved in a huge range of events during the week. Find your nearest centre and see what they're up to in your area.

 

Charlie v The Big Secret

To also mark Mental Health Week the next phase of our 'we've got your back' campaign has been released. It deals with young people who are feeling the pressure to hide their sexuality.

The concept, 'Charlie versus the Big Secret', depicts the internal conflict that a LGBTI young person might experience due to the fear of rejection and judgement.

Read more about the campaign.

Visit our sexuality and gender identity page for help and information.