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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A reminder whilst it's imperative to stay on top of your child's emotional and physical wellbeing, it's also important to be aware of your own mental health too.
Parenting is challenging! There is no doubt about it. We are all just trying our best, and sometimes a long the way we can feel like we're stuck, or wondering if we are doing enough.
Check in on your mental health and assess how you're feeling. Do you need a time out? To practise self-care, to re-engage in a sport you loved, or schedule a much-needed catch up with mates?
Remember - your mental health and wellbeing is a priority too!
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2. Develop a support group - People you feel comfortable with to talk to and share your thoughts. Nurture these relationships! Being part of an online or in-person Dads Group is a great way to connect with other like-minded dads.
3. Don't think you have to do it alone - There is always someone or support services available to help you. Share issues with an empathetic listener. If you are struggling, seek support sooner rather than later.
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