22
Jan
Fri
Connecting to Recovery
From 22-01-2021 2:00 PM
To 22-01-2021 5:15 PM

This group is for young adults aged 16-25 who would like to connect in a group environment to work towards improving their mental health. Humans are social beings, and research tells us that the benefit of safe social connections that offer shared experiences and a sense of belonging cannot be underestimated (Department of Health). The group will include education and practice of different therapeutic skills combined with different educational topics (cyber safety, drugs and alcohol, sleep, healthy relationships to name a few) and will be an activity based, flexible group.

Who: Any young person aged between 16 to 25 years experiencing a mental health difficulty who would like to connect with other young people to work together to support their mental health and wellbeing.

Why: Humans are social beings, and research tells us that the benefit of safe social connections that offer shared experiences and a sense of belonging cannot be underestimated (Department of Health). The group will include education and practice of different therapeutic skills combined with different educational topics (cyber safety, drugs and alcohol, sleep, healthy relationships to name a few) and will be an activity based, flexible group.

Objectives:     

  1. To provide an opportunity to share stories and hear from others in a similar situation, in a non-judgemental, confidential and safe space.
  2. To provide an opportunity to practice skills with the support of both clinicians and peers who may be experiencing similar challenges.
  3. To provide an opportunity for young people to support each other and learn from each other in a safe environment lead by mental health clinicians.
  4. To better understand mental health and wellbeing and be introduced to a variety of topics relevant to young adults.
  5. To provide a supportive space for young people to be empowered to lead their own Recovery journey.

How to enrol: Book an appointment with your GP to request a referral letter addressed “to the Psychiatrist of the Recovery College” and this can be sent to the Emotional Health Unit via email: EHU.Private@mater.org.au

An appointment with a Psychiatrist will then be arranged to organise enrolment into relevant modules.

Cost: This module can be funded by private health insurance. The Emotional Health Unit will do a health fund check and let you know if you are appropriately covered. Modules can also be also be self-funded, please contact the Recovery College at the Emotional Health Unit to discuss further.

Location  

Recovery College, Emotional Health Unit, Level 7, Salmon Building