Wellbeing and
Mental Health Leader
Trish Lloyd
The City of Casey Youth Counselling and Support Service (YCaSS)
provides free and confidential counselling support for young
people aged 10-25 with links to the City of Casey.
YCaSS is an accessible service as no Mental Health Care Plan or
Medicare card is needed, so support can commence without delay.
This support is provided face to face at one of our Youth Information Centres (Narre Warren, Cranbourne, Hampton Park) or through telehealth via phone or video call.
YCaSS provides the following supports:
- Youth Counselling: Individual counselling for young people 13-25
- Parent Support Sessions: Brief intervention for parents of children aged 10-25 on parenting strategies and psychoeducation for their children
- Children’s Counselling: For young people aged 10-12, with parent or guardian involvement when needed to support the counselling process
For more information or to request a service:
Call 9792 7279 to speak to an intake worker
Text 0417 347 909 with your name and number
Chat to:
George Tsiongas (Youth Counsellor)
About me: I enjoy playing table tennis, watching comedy shows and I support the Hawthorn Football Club!
Michelle Yang (Youth Counsellor)
About me: I enjoy eating healthy foods, going to the gym and socialising with family & friends!
Tracey Bailey (Youth Counsellor)
About me: I enjoy meditation, going on walks and travelling all over Australia!
Carmen Wilson (Team Leader Youth Counselling & Support Service)
About me: I enjoy skiing, gardening and getting into nature!
For more updates, feel free to check out:
www.instagram.com/caseyyouthservices
www.facebook.com/caseyyouthservices
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It was International Father's Mental Health Day yesterday so we want to remind you on the importance of mental health, especially if you're a new father, or about to become one!
Fatherhood is an exciting journey but it doesn't come without its challenges, which includes impacts on mental health.
1 in 10 new dads will experience anxiety and/or depression when they become a father and in the first post-partum year.
It's important we look out for one another, and prioritise mental health. If something seems off with a mate - check in. If you find something feels 'off' within yourself, we encourage you to seek support as soon as possible.
Top Tips
1. Have a variety of interestsEngaging in a variety of interests (work, family, sports, hobbies) and doing things you enjoy.
2. Learn skills
To cope with stress, anxiety, anger management and relaxation techniques.
3. You're not alone
You are never alone - don't ever think you have to tough it out on your own. Seek support from those close to you or from a professional.
To read more please click on the following link
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What did the beach say when the tide came in?
Long time, no sea....
Podcast: Jimmy Rees and fathering
One of our all-time favourite podcasts with comedian and content creator, Jimmy Rees. He shares how he uses humour and positivity to inform his parenting style, and his important role of being a dad.
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Have you read The Fathering Summit Communique?
We've got some really insightful key takeaways and actions that you might want to check out relating to fatherhood.
To download now please click on the following link
Nominations close end of June
If you've been sitting on the fence to nominate a father, father figure or workplace - now is the time! You have just over 1 week left to nominate.
To nominate today please click on the following link
Join our online Dads Group Session
Mark your calendars and register now for our session coming up on Thursday June 27th. We will be talking about the importance of dad dates and why you should start doing them with your kids!
To register today please click on the following link