Group programs

Triple P Parenting Program

Sue Dean, Counsellor and Family Therapist, is going to run a Triple P - Positive Parenting Program at our new office of 66 Albion Street, WARWICK from the 18th April. This will happen from 5:30pm-7:30pm every Wednesday and finger food will be provided! The program is supported by RHealth and headspace Southern Downs, so it is free of charge for participants.

To find out more info and get the flyer for this group, click here

Dad's Matter 2012

During April, local Psychologist Mark Cary is intending to run a free 6 week parenting program for fathers. It will happen from 5:30pm-7pm on a weeknight and will look at the roles and skills associated with parenting. headspace Southern Downs will again be looking for males who are or are about to become parents, to participate in this.

To find out more info and get the flyer for this group, click here.

Skills For Life

This is a group program to help young people learn to:

• set realistic, achievable goals
• solve problems and make choices
• fuel your body the healthy way
• exercise mind and body for maximum performance
• relax and de-stress
• speak up for yourself
• help yourself when things don't go to plan
• participate actively in the community
• The current Skills For Life group has almost completed the 6 sessions, which had been scheduled.

However, we currently intend to hold future Skills For Life groups, so if you or someone you know may benefit from attending - please contact us to let us know that you're interested!

Please find attached a flyer for your information.

Spotlighting the Parenting Adventure (SPA)

SPA is designed to provide support for Mums. It will help to:

• understand the issues around the role of a new parent
• explore your own personal parenting  and emotional issues
• experience a range of stress management strategies
• have the opportunity to share with other Mums and socialize in a relaxed   environment.
• increase your confidence and level of satisfaction as a woman and mother
• The current SPA group will begin 7th June 2010 from 10:00am to 11:30am with morning tea included! There will be 6 sessions throughout June and July, and it is targeted at young mothers aged 12 to 25 years.

It will be facilitated by Kathy Payne (Social Worker).

Please find attached brochure for your information.

Other Group Programs

If you'd like to make a suggestion of a group program that you would like to see headspace Southern Downs offer, please do not hesitate to contact us and let us know about your idea/s.