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headspace
Armstrong Creek
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46-70 Central Boulevard, Armstrong Creek, Victoria 3217
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Phone (03) 5212 9048
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Fax (03) 9970 0779
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headspace.armstrongcreek@stride.com.au
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About
headspace Armstrong Creek is a youth wellbeing service for young people aged 12 to 25, offering a welcoming and inclusive space to access free and confidential support.
Our team includes a wide range of youth specialist clinicians and staff, supporting a variety of needs and here to work alongside you in a way that feels right for you.
Once you register, a team member will be in touch to talk through your options, either at headspace Armstrong Creek or with services in the community.
What we can support with:
- mental health and emotional wellbeing
- support with work and study
- alcohol and other drug support
- physical health, including sexual health (with our GP and nurse)
- social inclusion and connection
- social groups
We offer both short term and longer term support depending on your needs. Accessing support is voluntary.
We are a free, confidential and inclusive service for young people and their family and friends. We celebrate diversity and aim to ensure you feel safe, respected and able to be yourself.
Referrals and accessing support:
To make a first appointment for yourself or a young person in your care, click here.
If you are a professional and would like to refer a young person, please click here.
If you'd prefer to speak to someone over the phone, please call 03 5212 9048
headspace Community Engagement
headspace Armstrong Creek works with schools, services and community organisations to build understanding of headspace and support mental health and wellbeing in the community.
We offer free presentations on headspace services and a range of mental health and wellbeing topics, host stalls at community events, and collaborate on activities and initiatives.
Print materials can be requested through our online form.
In case of emergency, call: 000
If you need to speak to someone urgently, you can call:
13YARN 13 92 76
Lifeline 13 11 14
Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467
Scroll down to learn more about headspace Armstrong Creek, what we offer, and to explore the ‘More information’ section and media gallery.
Hours
- Monday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wednesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
headspace Armstrong Creek is operated by Stride Mental Health. All headspace services are funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. Administration of funding is carried out by the headspace centre’s local Primary Health Network, in this case, Western Victoria PHN.
Services
If you live near our headspace centre in a rural area but cannot travel in to see us, you can see our mental health workers online.
GPs can help with any physical health issues as well as issues related to sexual health, drug or alcohol use, relationship problems or feeling down or upset. Your centre may have a GP on site or links to one locally.
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.
Mental health workers – which may include psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors and other workers – that can help if you're just not feeling yourself.
Sexual health screenings on site or links to local services.
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with work or study opportunities.
Centres have a range of programs and activities for young people. Just ask your centre what they have on.
Request an appointment
Organise a time to visit headspace Armstrong Creek and meet with us
Get in touchMedia gallery
More information
Welcome to headspace Armstrong Creek
Below you will find downloadable resources outlining our services and supports for young people, and what support looks like. This also includes information for families, the wider community, and a range of external services and supports, along with contact information.
Download our headspace Armstrong Creek Welcome Pack
Download our headspace Armstrong Creek Family Inclusion Brochure
If you are a young person aged 12 to 25
If you would like support from headspace Armstrong Creek, please complete our online referral form. Once we receive your referral, a team member will contact you to discuss the next steps.
If you would prefer to speak to someone about making a referral, you can call us on (03) 5212 9048, or attend the centre in person if that feels easier for you.
If you know a young person who may need support
Families, carers and friends can make a referral for a young person, with their consent, by completing our online referral form.
If you would prefer to speak to someone about making a referral, you can call us on (03) 5212 9048, or attend the centre in person if needed.
If you are working with a young person who may need support
Health professionals, school staff, and community organisations can refer a young person to headspace Armstrong Creek using our online referral form.
Please note: the young person must consent to the referral.
Next steps
Once your referral has been received, one of our team members will be in contact shortly to guide you through the next steps and connect you with the most suitable support.
Physical and sexual health
If you are looking to book an appointment with a GP or Nurse, we will contact you to offer the next available appointment.
Mental health, alcohol and other drugs, and work or study support
If you are seeking support in one of these areas, we will be in touch to organise an intake appointment. This can take place over the phone or in person, depending on your preference.
At your intake appointment, you will meet with one of our friendly Intake Clinicians. They will chat with you about different areas of your life to better understand your needs and explore how we can support you.
What is Brief Intervention Counselling?
Brief Intervention Counselling at headspace Armstrong Creek is a short-term, early intervention approach that focuses on understanding your needs and providing targeted support.
You will work alongside a clinician over a number of sessions, with the length of support varying depending on your needs.
Our team includes specialised youth mental health staff and clinicians who are here to support you, helping you feel empowered and supported to explore and build skills that work for you.
For more information, check out our brochure: Welcome to Brief Intervention Counselling
Location and Access
headspace Armstrong Creek is open Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
46-70 Central Boulevard, Armstrong Creek VIC 3217
Phone: (03) 5212 9048
Our centre is located within the Armstrong Creek Community Centre. We have full disability access.
Getting here
Free onsite parking is available if you are driving.
If you are using public transport, we are located near the Village Warralily Shopping Centre bus interchange on Central Boulevard, with additional bus stops along Barwon Heads Road. You can plan your trip using Transport Victoria journey planner.
When you arrive
You will find headspace within the Armstrong Creek Community Centre. There is a small headspace reception next to the main reception. Please let the staff member at the headspace reception know you have arrived and your clinician will come out to meet you.
Cost
Accessing support at headspace Armstrong Creek is free.
If you would like to see a GP or Nurse, this is also free, however you will need to ensure you have a Medicare card.
If you would like to get your own Medicare card, you can apply online here.
If you are unable to access a Medicare Card, we can still offer support, just let our staff know and we will work it out.
headspace Armstrong Creek is operated by Stride Mental Health. Our team is well connected with services across the Geelong region to help you access the right support.
Mental health presentations and resources
headspace Armstrong Creek offers presentations for schools, workplaces and community groups to support understanding of youth mental health, wellbeing and how to access support.
Presentations can be delivered in person or online and can be tailored to suit your group’s needs.
Due to capacity, we ask for at least four weeks’ notice for presentation requests. While we will always try to accommodate, we may not be able to accept every request.
Resources, posters and fact sheets
headspace Armstrong Creek has access to a range of youth friendly resources, including fact sheets, posters and wellbeing materials developed by headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation.
We can provide hard copy resources to schools and community organisations to support wellbeing spaces and increase awareness of available supports.
Online and printable resources are also available via the headspace resource library.
Get in touch
If you would like to request resources, organise a community presence at your event, or book a presentation, please complete the community request form.
Alternatively, please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator team inbox, or reach out to Mia, our Community Engagement & Social Inclusion Coordinator, directly if needed.
Youth Advisory Group (YAG)
The Youth Advisory Group (YAG) is made up of young people aged 16-25 from the Geelong and Surf Coast region who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of their peers. Members come from a range of backgrounds and are advocates for youth mental health.
The YAG plays a vital role in ensuring headspace Armstrong Creek remains youth led. We work closely with the group to ensure young people’s voices are reflected in decisions that shape our service. Through ongoing consultation, members provide input, feedback and lived experience perspectives that guide how our services, programs and community activities are designed and delivered.
YAG members may also be involved in events, campaigns and community activities that raise awareness of mental health, reduce stigma, and share information about how to access support. Training and development opportunities are provided to support members in building their skills and confidence.
If you would like to invite the Youth Advisory Group to attend an event, run an activity, or share information about headspace, please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator.
Interested in joining our Armstrong Creek Youth Advisory Group?
If this is something you are passionate about and interested in, and you are aged 16-25, you can express your interest by completing this form.
Once submitted, our Community Engagement Coordinator will be in touch directly. This is a volunteer opportunity, and while we may not always have vacancies, we encourage you to apply.
If you have any questions, please contact our Community Engagement team inbox, or reach out to Mia, our Social Inclusion and Community Engagement Coordinator, directly.