headspace
Ballina
headspace Ballina is linked to headspace Lismore which is a service tailored for the local community.
headspace Ballina operates a “no wrong door" policy.
This means that no young person will be turned away without being supported to access other services in or outside of headspace.
Hours
When we are closed please contact headspace Lismore for more information
- Monday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Tuesday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Wednesday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Thursday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
headspace Ballina is linked to headspace Lismore and operated by Social Futures Ltd. 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, Healthy North Coast.
Services
Digital eTherapy developed by InsideOut Institute to support young people experiencing binge eating. Participate with the support of a health professional at headspace or at your own pace.
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with any alcohol or other drug concern.
Mental health workers – which may include psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors and other workers – that can help if you're just not feeling yourself.
More information
What is Brief BEeT?
Binge eating can get in the way of all aspects of life. Thinking about food and our bodies can take up
a lot of time and make us feel worried about things that used to make us happy.
Brief BEeT (Binge Eating eTherapy) is a free and confidential online program for young people aged
16 – 25 who are living with binge eating. Researchers and people with their own lived experience of
eating difficulties have contributed to this program, which is offered in partnership with InsideOut
Institute for Eating Disorders.
Brief BEeT can help you regain your life and get back into the things you enjoy. You will learn new
tools, skills and support along the way.
Brief BEeT (Self help online) can be done by yourself, or as Guided Brief BEeT (In Person) with the
support of a trained clinician at headspace Ballina. Learn more about Brief BEeT.
What will I be doing in Guided Brief BEeT (In person)?
Guided Brief BEeT involves completing Brief BEeT modules online and attending weekly sessions
with a mental health clinician at headspace Ballina. This program runs for approximately four
weeks and involves:
• Completing weekly online eTherapy 1-hour modules.
• Self-monitoring and goal setting through a Digital Toolbox.
• Weekly in-person 30-minute sessions with one of our mental health clinicians.
During your sessions, your headspace clinician is there to answer questions, discuss challenges, and
work with you to set goals for the next week. They will also review your questionnaires and Digital
Toolbox entries to monitor how you are going implementing the new skills you have learnt.
Due to the risk of physical health complications, it’s important to see a GP regularly. Let your
headspace clinician know if you don’t have a regular GP, or if you feel uncomfortable talking to your
current GP about what’s going on.
How do I get started with Guided Brief BEeT (In Person)?
To register for Guided Brief BEeT, get in touch and we will guide you through the process.