headspace
Northam

Northam

Hours

When we are closed please contact headspace Midland for more information

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wednesday: 11:00am - 7:00pm
  • Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

headspace Northam is linked to headspace Midland which is a service tailored for the local community.

headspace Northam is a free and confidential service for young people aged 12-25. Our service is designed to make it as easy as possible for a young person and their family to get the help they need for problems affecting their well-being.

the headspace Northam centre offers both face-to-face and telehealth (virtual help) appointments.

How To Get Help

To book an appointment, please call, email or drop-in to the centre. Family and friends can also contact us. Scroll down for more information.

Centre Referral

Hours

When we are closed please contact headspace Midland for more information

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wednesday: 11:00am - 7:00pm
  • Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

headspace Northam is linked to headspace Midland and operated by Youth Focus. 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, WA Primary Health Alliance.

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 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.

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. 

“As soon as I sought help, I suddenly realised that my anxiety was very treatable and that I wasn’t alone.”
- Charlie

More information

Community Engagement Requests

headspace Northam recognises the importance of increasing awareness and reducing stigma of mental health in the community. The role of the Community and Youth Engagement Officer is to:

  • raise awareness of headspace services
  • educate about youth mental health, healthy coping strategies and help-seeking skills, and
  • challenge stigma that surrounds mental health and related youth issues. 

 

We can deliver a range of community engagement activities to groups of young people, family and friends, and others who support young people, for example:

  • Presentations (in-person or online)
  • Panel discussions
  • Workshops
  • Expo stalls
  • Centre tours

For all community engagement requests please complete the Community Engagement Request Form or alternatively email ce@headspacenortham.com.au 

Presentations

Standard Presentation - the Community Engagement team provides a standard 60 minute presentation which includes;

    • An overview of headspace and its mission
    • Centre locations
    • What to expect at a headspace centre
    • What is mental health
    • Tips for a healthy headspace
    • Eheadspace 

For all presentations:

    • We require a minimum of 10 people and a maximum of 30 people
    • Please allow at least one month planning time before requesting a date.
    • Please note that we do not provide presentations as an intervention to address situational crisis.

headspace School Support

headspace School support is an early intervention and independent service that assists schools to optimise the health and wellbeing of students.

For more information visit Programs in school communities

Stalls

headspace Northam can offer a stall at your next event with activities, pamphlets, brochures, merchandise and friendly faces!

Networking

Headspace Northam is committed to building and developing relationships in the Northam/Wheatbelt Community and we would love to be a part of your next networking event!

Merchandise

As headspace receives a large volume of request for merchandise only, we may not have requested stock available at times.

Operations Manager

Matt

Reception / Admin

Harlene, Nikki (Admin Senior)

Clinical Team Coordinator (Primary)

Ann Ross

Primary Centre Team

Iggy, Kylie

Community Engagement

Nina

Aboriginal Support Worker

Zoe

Youth Reference Group

Paige, Samara, Kassidy, Stacey

Youth Reference Group (YRG)

The headspace Northam Youth Reference Group (YRG) are a group of young people aged 16 - 25 who meet on a monthly basis to review and provide feedback on the service delivery at headspace Northam.

Being part of the YRG is a rewarding experience as you are able to participate in the following:

  • Attending local events 
  • Doing school presentations to advocate for headspace Northam and mental health
  • Conducting stalls at various community events
  • Participating in centre meetings
  • Participating in centre planning days
  • Attending community and national forums
  • Planning and developing group programs at the centre
  • Access to professional development training

Our YRG members come from various walks of life and all share the same passion about improving access to mental health services in the Northam/Wheatbelt area.

Applications for YRG are currently open  

If you are interested, please complete the YRG application form