Peerspace
Created, designed and delivered by peer workers, Peerspace group combines discussions of lived mental health experience with psychoeducation around a wide range of topics, customized for what each young person is interested in exploring.
Some topics include body image, dealing with change, anxiety, shame and guilt, boundary setting and more. With 24 topics to choose from, no two groups look the same, and each week is broken up by social opportunities and arts and craft activities.
This group is perfect for anyone who wants to share their perspective and meet like-minded young people, all while learning about many different topics and developing a diverse toolkit of coping strategies. Currently divided into two age ranges, 12-16 and 17-25.
Term Two dates: Tuesdays, 13 May 2025 – 24 June 2025. 4-6pm – headspace Geelong
Term Three dates:
- 12-16 y/o: Tuesdays, 5 August 2025 - 16 September. 4pm - 6pm at headspace Geelong
- 17-25 y/o: Wednesdays 20 August 2025 - 1 October 2025. 4pm - 6pm at headspace Geelong
Term Four dates: TBC
Healthy headspace
This is a creative and relaxed program where you can learn more about the foundations of mental health. Each week, whilst enjoying some yummy snacks, the healthy headspace program will focus on different components the seven healthy headspace themes:
- getting enough sleep
- eating well
- staying active
- learning skills for tough times
- creating connections
- cutting back on alcohol and other drugs
- getting into life
This group runs in the school term for four weeks. This group is suitable for young people aged 12 -15. Please call our Geelong site on 03 5222 6690 to enquire about participating.
Term Two dates: Wednesdays, 4 June 2025 – 25 June 2025. 4-5:30pm – headspace Geelong
Term Three dates: Not available.
Term Four dates: TBC
mate space
mate space offers a safe and inclusive space for young people to get together, cook a BBQ, play games and listen to music. There is plenty of space for activities, this group provides an excellent opportunity to connect in an informal setting, encouraging mateship.
All young men 12 - 25 years of age are welcome and can join the group at any time. For more information please ask our friendly staff.
Term One dates: Not available.
Term Two dates: Not available.
Term Three dates: Not available.
Term Four dates: TBC
Interested?
Please call our Geelong site on 03 5222 6690 to enquire about participating.
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