headspace - Hervey Bay

About

headspace Hervey Bay provides free health and community services for young people 12-25 years old on the Fraser Coast. We are an inclusive service and do not discriminate regardless of race, cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or disability.

We provide support for mental health, general health, drug and alcohol issues, and vocation and education support. With the help of its dedicated youth friendly staff of Psychologists, Counsellors and Intake & Access workers, headspace Hervey Bay has been designed as a one-stop-shop for young people seeking help or advice for any of their concerns.

headspace Hervey Bay is operated by Wesley Mission Queensland. 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, Central Queensland and Sunshine Coast (Sunshine Coast Health Network Ltd).

Services

• Dietitian

  • Nutrition screening, dietary assessment and education about food and lifestyle, also support around healthy eating strategies.

• Mental Health Services

  • Mental health workers – which may include psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors and other workers – that can help if you're just not feeling yourself.

• Sexual Health Services

  • Sexual health screenings on site or links to local services. 

• Work & Study Services

  • Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with work or study opportunities. 

• Youth Programs

  • Centres have a range of programs and activities for young people. Just ask your centre what they have on. 

• Work and Study Support

  • Get tips on how to prepare your resume and present for interviews. Find out about local employment opportunities (full time, part-time, or casual).

• Doctor (GP)

  • GPs can help with any physical health issues as well as issues related to sexual health, drug or alcohol use, relationship problems or feeling down or upset. Your centre may have a GP on site or links to one locally. 

• Alcohol & Drug Services

  • Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with any alcohol or other drug concern.

• Youth Reference Group

  • A group of young people who help with events and some decision making at a centre. Ask your centre about getting involved.