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Mental Health Resources

As part of the Partners in Wellbeing Program, Music Victoria was pleased to be able to offer the Victorian music community free, confidential mental health support services for the period August 2021 through to June 2023. While this program has now concluded Bree Stewart, Music Victoria’s previous placement, can be contacted directly and is available for private sessions (at a cost) via bree.mentalhealth@gmail.com.

 

Other support available

SUPPORT ACT GENERAL HOTLINEMon – Fri | 9am – 5pm1300 731 303

SUPPORT ACT WELLBEING HELPLINEFree 24/7 Support1800 959 500

If you are experiencing crisis, reach out to the team at SuicideLine Victoria 1300 651 251 or https://suicideline.org.au/ for crisis chat

First Nations can connect with 13YARN on 13 92 76 (24 hours/7 days) and talk with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporter.

Blog

Addressing Addiction In Music
Addressing Addiction In Music
by Danielle Siers, Mental Health Clinician/Consultant | December 09, 2021 | Mental Health Blog
As a mental health professional and someone with prior lived experience of my own challenges with alcohol, it’s unsurprising there’s a struggle in the community when it comes to addiction.
Supporting Anxious Employees As We Return To Work
Supporting Anxious Employees As We Return To Work
by Danielle Siers, Mental Health Clinician/Consultant | November 16, 2021 | Mental Health Blog
Within our homes, hunched over a mug of Tetley, attempting to maintain some sense of social connection via slack or teams. We’re the luckier ones. For others, there’s been complete income loss and no ability to work remotely. We have yearned for our societal freedom and regular human connection since this virus kicked off almost two years ago.

Videos

Mental Health At Music Victoria: The Casual Counsellor
Mental Health At Music Victoria: The Casual Counsellor
by Bree Stewart, Mental Health Clinician/Consultant | August 05, 2022 | Mental Health Blog
Watch this video to hear from Bree about how to support someone with mental health challenges.
Supporting Your Team's Mental Health
Supporting Your Team's Mental Health
by Bree Stewart, Mental Health Clinician/Consultant | December 16, 2021 | Mental Health Blog
In this session, Bree and Kiwat discuss building mentally healthy workplaces. Bree focuses on practical tips around integrating emotionally healthy behavior into your organization, how to manage bullying, supporting a staff member with suicidal thoughts, and more.
Rebuilding Social Skills After Lockdown
Rebuilding Social Skills After Lockdown
by Bree Stewart, Mental Health Clinician/Consultant | December 01, 2021 | Mental Health Blog
In this session, Kiwat and Bree have a casual chat about rebuilding social skills after lockdown.
Dealing with Angry Punters
Dealing with Angry Punters
by Bree Stewart, Mental Health Clinician/Consultant | November 11, 2021 | Mental Health Blog
They might be pissed off because of the vaccination requirement, or just pissed, join this information session with Bree to understand what is going on and what you can do. This session has been specifically provided to support security, front of house, door staff and bar staff, but the tips will be useful to anyone who might need to deal with angry people.

Video Playlist

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