Make a Referral

03 Mar 2026

Make a Referral

At headspace Ballarat, accessing support is simple. 

You can make a referral for:

  • Yourself (if you’re a young person aged 12–25)

  • A young person you care for (as a parent, carer, teacher, coach, or friend)

  • A young person you support professionally (as a GP, school counsellor, or community worker)

  • Parent & Carer Peer Support (for parents and carers of young people)

Self-Referrals 

If you are a young person (or the parent/carer of a young person) click on the preferred program below to access that referral form:

If you are a parent or carer wanting to access the Parent & Carer Peer Support Program, click below:

Professional Referrals

If you are a professional supporting and referring a young person, click below:

If you are a professional supporting and referring a parent/carer, click below:

 

What Happens After a Referral?

  1. Our team reviews the referral details.

  2. We contact the young person (and parent/carer if appropriate) to explain options.

  3. We organise an initial appointment — this could be:

    • Single Session Support

    • Intake Assessment leading to up to 6 Youth Work sessions

    • Group programs or peer support

    • Parent & Carer Peer Support

 

We aim to make the process confidential, safe, and supportive for everyone involved. 

 

Information You’ll Need

When making a referral, it’s helpful to provide:

  • Young person’s full name, date of birth, and contact details

  • Parent/carer contact details (if relevant)

  • Reason for referral or current concerns

  • Any supporting information (school, GP, or previous services)

 

Providing as much information as possible helps us connect the young person or parent/carer with the right service quickly. 

 

Confidentiality

All information is treated with care and confidentiality.

  • We do not share details unless there is risk of harm or legal requirements.

  • Our priority is keeping young people, families, and carers safe while providing the best possible support.


Need Help Deciding?

Not sure what support is right for you, someone you care for, or a parent/carer?

 

Our team will guide you through options and help you make the referral that’s best for your needs.