Julia Creek
Mt Isa & Surrounds
Mt Isa & Surrounds
People who have anxiety and/or depression or a diagnosed mental health illness – mild or moderate.
People who previously had a mental illness or have early symptoms of a mental illness and/or at a risk of developing a mental illness.
People with a mild or moderate mental illness and who are living in rural and remote areas and have barriers to accessing Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) based psychological intervention.
Also limited support for people with severe mental illness, or to people who have attempted, or are at risk of, suicide or self-harm where access to other services is not appropriate.
Ages - all ages
Support for:
Caitlin Gibson Psychology are located at the address below on Fridays 9am – 1pm, at:
Mount Isa Medical Centre
71 Camooweal St, Mt Isa QLD 4825
Phone: 07 4743 3033
Fax: 07 4743 9758
Caitlin Gibson Psychology are located at the address below on Mondays 9am – 1pm, at:
Sonic HealthPlus – GP Super Clinic
2A Ryan Road, Mt Isa QLD 4825
Phone: 07 4749 5300
Fax: 07 4743 5056
Direct Contact Details
Caitlin Gibson
Email: caitlin@cgpsych.com
Following referrals are accepted under this program:
(however, must link back to your GP for a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan),
People at risk or living with addiction issues specifically Alcohol and Other Drugs.
Ages – all ages
Support services provided under this program includes:
The following referrals are accepted under this program:
Diabetes Educator
GP Referral
People at risk or living with addiction issues specifically Alcohol and Other Drugs.
Ages – all ages
Integrated Team Care for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people. Social and Emotional Wellbeing Culturally aware holistic care.
Ages – all ages
Provide culturally and clinically integrated social and emotional well-being service, within a person-centred stepped care approach, which is accessible, affordable, culturally responsive to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Also targeting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples with co-morbidity conditions - mental health and chronic disease.
Support provided by brief interventions, counselling, initiating and managing planned treatment options, consultation and referral to other agencies or crisis management.
The following referrals are accepted under this program:
Stay Strong application used to map client’s social and emotional wellbeing journey.No Mental Health Treatment Plan required.
People who have anxiety and/or depression or a diagnosed mental health illness – mild or moderate.
People who previously had a mental illness or have early symptoms of a mental illness and/or at a risk of developing a mental illness.
People with a mild or moderate mental illness and who are living in rural and remote areas and have barriers to accessing Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) based psychological intervention.
Also limited support for people with severe mental illness, or to people who have attempted, or are at risk of, suicide or self-harm where access to other services is not appropriate.
For ages 18 +
Support for:
Face to face and telehealth services provided
Isa Psychology are located at the address below Thursdays 9am – 5pm, at:
Mount Isa Medical Centre
71 Camooweal St, Mt Isa QLD 4825
Phone: 07 4743 3033
Fax: 07 4743 9758
Isa Psychology are located at the address below Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9am – 5pm, at:
Sonic HealthPlus – GP Super Clinic
2A Ryan Road, Mt Isa QLD 4825
Phone: 07 4749 5300
Fax: 07 4743 5056
Direct Contact Details
Paula Keating
Mobile: 0408 643 673
Email: paula@isapsychology.com.au
Following referrals are accepted under this program:
(however, must link back to your GP for a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan),
This service address low-intensity mental health concerns, whether it’s anxiety, health issues, work stress, relationship or family challenges, long-term isolation, loneliness, sleep deprivation, or other pressures.
LIME offers flexible and accessible support for people aged 12 and above, with five free sessions available by phone, or via video call.
Following referrals are accepted under this program:
Self-referral, Family/carer referral, Health professional referral, Community organisation referral, Local Aboriginal Medical Services or GP Referral.
People at risk or living with addiction issues specifically Alcohol and Other Drugs.
Ages – all ages
(Life on Track) / (Life Back).
Counselling and day-based group programs for young people
(Life on Track) and adults (Life Back).
The following referrals are accepted under this program:
Children and young people between the ages of 5-18 (inclusive) at risk of a mental illness or have been diagnosed with a mild to moderate mental illness.
Linked to a school community.
Ages – 5 to 18
(Please note that secondary schools in Mt Isa will be excluded as Young People can access service through headspace Mount Isa.)
At risk of a mental illness. Diagnosed with a mild to moderate mental illness. (Whilst Young People with a severe and persistent Mental Illness may be identified and engaged through this program, ongoing service delivery would be in collaboration with the local Child & Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) and Primary Health Care providers.)
The following referrals are accepted under this program:
(Please note that all referrals must be with consent)
People who have anxiety and/or depression or a diagnosed mental health illness – mild or moderate.
People who previously had a mental illness or have early symptoms of a mental illness and/or at a risk of developing a mental illness.
People with a mild or moderate mental illness and who are living in rural and remote areas and have barriers to accessing Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) based psychological intervention.
Also limited support for people with severe mental illness, or to people who have attempted, or are at risk of, suicide or self-harm where access to other services is not appropriate.
Ages – All ages
Support for:
Freecall: 1800 221 131
Intake Phone: 07 4744 7600
Following referrals are accepted under this program:
(however, must link back to your GP for a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan),
Father Bill Busuttin Community Centre
2-8 Coyne StJulia Creek, QLD 4823
Other - School
How to Access
GP referral
People living with a severe and complex mental illness and/ or substantially reduced psychosocial capacity due to the result of impairment caused by a mental health condition. Also are not yet engaged with NDIS or unable to receive support from the NDIS.
Ages – 16 to 65, (Under 16's WQPHN permission required).
The ability to purchase capacity building activities that will promote recovery, independence and social inclusion. Also, Individual support if established it is appropriate.
Key areas of focus could include capacity-building in one or more of the following areas:
The following referrals are accepted under this program:
Must have a IAR-DST Assessment or GP Mental Health Treatment Plan (or equivalent) in place.
Who can use Head to Health?
Anyone of any age, including children, young people and older adults, families and carers, can contact Head to Health. Even if you have never sought help before, Head to Health is here for you.
Together, the Head to Health website and phone line provide a simple starting point to find mental health and wellbeing information, support, and services.
In addition to the Head to Health website https://www.headtohealth.gov.au/, support is also available over the phone via free call on 1800 595 212, for advice and connection to the local mental health supports that are best for consumers.
For more information or to discuss, please call the Head to Health telephone line - 1800 595 212
When the consumer contacts the Head to Health telephone line - 1800 595 212, they will be asked to enter their postcode, and for southwestern, central western and northwestern Queensland, it will be routed to the WQPHN’s Head to Health Phone Service Provider, RHealth.
No referral required
Developed by Beyond Blue, NewAccess is a free mental health coaching program for anyone who is feeling stressed, anxious or overwhelmed about everyday life issues such as work, study, relationships, health and/or loneliness. If any of these feelings are getting in the way of you living your life, then NewAccess can be a great starting point.
NewAccess Coaches are trained in Low-intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy by CBT Institue to help develop and guide participants through their tailored program. Low-intensity Cognitive Based Therapy is a structured, evidence based psychological treatment. Put simply, it allows us to recognise the way we think, act and feel.
NewAccess Coaches work alongside participants on a problem, develop an understanding of what is causing distress, and guide through the use of tools and strategies that can be used in day-to-day life.
Beyond Blue New Access information
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/newaccess/about-newaccess
How can NewAccess support you:
NewAccess Phone: 1800 595 212
Following referrals are accepted under this program:
Self-referral, Family/carer referral, Health professional referral, Community organisation referral, Local Aboriginal Medical Services or GP Referral.
Support to a person 15 years and over who has presented to a hospital following a suicide attempt or suicidal crisis.
Aftercare services are provided face-to-face
Aftercare services provide psychosocial support that is trauma informed and delivered by partnership approach with the participant, empowering them to improve their safety and quality of life.
Participants are assigned a Peer Coordinator, who offers a range of supports, including but not limited to:
Support to a person 15 years and over who has presented to a hospital following a suicide attempt or suicidal crisis.
Aftercare services are provided face-to-face
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Lifeline : 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back : 1300 659 467
beyondblue : 1300 22 46 36
