Headstart

Headstart is a mental health navigation tool connecting people with local service providers and information specific to their needs.
It lists local mental health and alcohol and other drug services that are free or low-cost and delivered face-to-face. To find out more, visit:
Eligibility
Headstart is available to everyone living, working, or studying in central and eastern Sydney. It’s for all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds.
| Service Provider | Headstart Mental Health |
Services in Your Region
Mental Health
Mental Health and Psychosocial Services
Headstart
CBT group for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Connect and Thrive
Emotional wellbeing for Older Person (EWOP)
headspace
Keeping the Body in Mind
Making Space: Hoarding Program
Medicare Mental Health Centres (formerly Head to Health)
Multicultural Mindfulness Resources
Primary Integrated Care Supports (PICS) Program
Psychological Support Services (PSS)
Service Navigation for Psychosocial Support Services
Social Rx®
Telehealth Psychiatry Service
Your Coach Plus
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