headspace
Armidale
headspace Armidale is linked to headspace Tamworth which is a service tailored for the local community.
We provide free services for young people aged 12-25 years. Anyone can make a referral including self-referral, family, friends, service providers and health professionals. Referrals can be made in person, by phone, in writing (email, fax, letter) or online. To access our online referral form, click on this link:
https://addme.cloud/form/centacarenenw-youthservices
headspace is not a crisis service: for emergency assistance call 000
Other helpful contacts: Mental Health Line 1800 011 511 Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800 Lifeline 13 11 14 Suicide Call Back: 1300 659 467 eheadspace: 1800 650 890 or eheadspace.org.au
Hours
When we are closed please contact headspace Tamworth for more information
- Monday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Tuesday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Wednesday: 8:30am - 7:00pm
- Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
headspace Armidale is linked to headspace Tamworth and operated by Centacare New England North West.
Services
Mental health workers – which may include psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors and other workers – that can help if you're just not feeling yourself.
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with work or study opportunities.
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with any alcohol or other drug concern.
A group of young people who help with events and some decision making at a centre. Ask your centre about getting involved.
More information
At headspace Armidale, young people are at the center of everything we do. Our awesome Armidale team are passionate professionals that are skilled in helping you through the tough times.
Our team includes...
Management
the headspace Armidale Program Manager Sam, takes pride in leading and supporting the headspace Armidale team, ensuring all staff deliver a high standard of work.
Admin
Our friendly Admin Assistant, Emilie, is probably the first person you will come in contact with when you call to make and appointment or come into our office. Emilie aims for your appointment at headspace Armidale to work as smoothly as possible.
Mental Health Clinicians
Our team of Mental Health Clinicians are made up of Psychologists, Counsellors & Social Workers. Our Clinical Team includes Allira, Angie, Bridget, Durga, Jess, Louise, Michelle and Rhonda who all share a strong passion for youth mental health and wellbeing improvement.
Corporate Staff
Our corporate team is made up of Paige (Business Coordinator), Bree (Project Coordinator) and Liam (Project Assistant) all ensuring that young people remain at the center of everything headspace Armidale does and we are always offering the headspace service to the best of our ability.
Youth & Community Engagement Officer
Charlotte is our Youth & Community Engagement Officer. If you would like headspace Armidale to be involved at your school, workplace or event please contact Charlotte on (02 638 7272) or c.williams@centacarenenw.com.au
headspace Armidale is not an acute or crisis mental health service.
If you or a young person you are supporting is in need of immediate support, please call the Mental Health Line (1800 011 511), Lifeline (13 11 14) or Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800). In an emergency, contact 000 immediately.
For young people, their families and professionals:
Please fill out our online referral for headspace Armidale https://addme.cloud/form/centacarenenw-youthservices
- Email us the referral on headspaceArmidale@centacarenenw.com.au
- Drop into 150 Rusden Street Armidale 2350
- Fax us the referral form on 02 6771 5747
- Contact us on 02 6738 7272
General Practitioners should include a Mental Health Care Plan (if appropriate) for the young person.
headspace Armidale is closed on weekends and public holidays. We will update our opening hours should there be any additional closures such as during holiday periods.
Upcoming NSW Public Holidays:
- Tuesday 25th April
- Monday 12th June
- Monday 2nd October
headspace Armidale believes in providing young people with the opportunity and platform to be heard and advocate for the needs of young people in our community. You can do this by joining the headspace Armidale Youth Reference Group (YRG).
The YRG meets monthly with projects and events occurring at various times through the year. Anyone aged 14-24 is welcome to join and you can come along to meetings to see if it's right for you.
Being a member of the headspace Armidale YRG you will have the opportunity to;
- Learn how to design, drive and deliver events
- Develop skills that suit your own interests
- Create projects that strengthen youth culture while receiving professional mentoring and peer support
- Have your say on important issues and influence the way headspace Armidale operates
- Learn and develop leadership and organisational skills
- Meet and work with other young people who are passionate about youth and our community.
The YRG meets monthly with project and events occurring throughout the year.
For more information contact:
Name: Charlotte, Youth & Community Engagement Officer
Phone: (02) 6738 7272
Email: c.williams@centacarenenw.com.au