The Be You Bushfire Response Program recognises the mental health impacts of the Black Summer bushfires across Australia in 2019–2020, and the role of learning communities in supporting recovery from trauma. The Program has developed the following resources for all Read more…

Bushfires affect millions of people living in Australia. Those affected commonly seek support at any time during a bushfire season – before, during or after. Find personal stories of people affected by bushfires and links to further support. Read more…

Chris’s story of holding on to hope after surviving three major bushfires including Victoria’s Black Saturday and the PTSD it caused. Read more…

Clinical Psychologist David Younger differentiates between physical and emotional preparation in the lead up to summer. Read more…

Find where you can access our services. There’s ongoing support if you’re affected by a natural disaster. Read more…

Life in Mind – Practical and emotional support for bushfire affected communities Read more…

Natural disasters like bushfires, floods, cyclones, drought, and other traumatic ‘natural’ events are extremely challenging for the people directly affected. The stress caused following a natural disaster can lead to ‘burnout’ and physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. Some people will Read more…

When things feel out of control it’s important to have coping strategies ready. Read more…

Going through tough times? Stress, anxiety and feeling down can affect anyone, and happens to a lot of us at some point in our lives. We all have good days and bad days. However, if you’re feeling sad, down or Read more…

Helping you find the right mental health support in the Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury, Lithgow and Penrith. Read more…