Headspace Elsternwick

01/03/2026

This month’s Adults Supporting Young People chat is focused on School Can't: Navigating the challenges and supporting your young person.

For some young people, the idea of going to school can cause high levels of distress and anxiety, leading to school refusal and increased non-attendance.

Our free online text-based group chat is a space to connect with other parents and carers, share experiences, and explore practical strategies to support your young person through these challenges.

Drop in anytime during the session and leave whenever you need. You can join anonymously if you prefer.

📅 Wed 4 March
💻 Online text-based chat
🔗 It’s free to join! Register now at https://my.headspace.org.au/online-communities/7121240/?utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=Work_and_Study_Month&utm_medium=social&utm_content=yp__static__peer_chats_static

27/02/2026

🕒 Wait time update!

If you reached out to us today, here’s how long it would take to get in with one of our mental health clinicians 👀

Our support is free or low-cost for young people aged 12–25.

If you (or a friend) need someone to talk to, give us a call on (03) 9076 7500 or email headspaceelsternwick@alfred.org.au to book in 💚

25/02/2026

🎭 Purim is coming up - a time for celebration that usually brings joy and a sense of community. But this year, public events and increased security might bring up mixed feelings for some young people - from anxiety about safety to uncertainty about how (or whether) to take part in the celebrations.

If you're feeling different about Purim this year, you don't have to hold it on your own. Our Jewish clinicians can offer you a space to talk about it.

💬 To reach out for a chat, simply call us on (03) 9076 7500 or email headspaceelsternwick@alfred.org.au

24/02/2026

In the wake of the Bondi attack, many people in our community are carrying shock, fear, anger or grief - sometimes all at once. For many Jewish young people and families, this has felt especially personal.

Together with headspace National, our Jewish clinicians, and local community leaders, we’re strengthening support for young people in the Jewish community. Everyone deserves support that feels safe, culturally aware, and genuinely understanding.

Our Jewish clinicians offer a space where young people can talk openly with someone who understands the cultural context and lived experience behind
what they’re feeling.

If you or someone you know is struggling, you can reach out directly by calling or emailing us at (03) 9076 7500 and headspaceelsternwick@alfred.org.au. We also welcome referrals from schools and community networks.

No one has to navigate this alone.

05/02/2026

🕚 It’s time for another update on our wait times! This is our live update on how long it will take you to speak to one of our mental health clinicians, if you call today.

Our services are free or low-cost for young people aged 12 - 25. If you feel like you or someone you know might need support, call us on (03) 9076 7500 to book in a session 💚

17/12/2025

16/12/2025

The headspace Elsternwick team is taking a break over the holidays 💚

We know this time of year can feel really different for everyone - and if things get tough, you’re never on your own. If you need support while we’re closed and aren't able to visit headspace Bentleigh, these services are always here for you:

💚 eheadspace – https://headspace.org.au/online-and-phone-support/ or call 1800 650 890 | 3–10pm, 7 days
🔵 Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 | 24/7
🔵 Lifeline – 13 11 14 | 24/7
🟠 Mensline - 1300 789 978 | 24/7
🌈 QLife – 1800 184 527 | 3pm–12am, 7 days

16/10/2025

Join us for a free online webinar for parents and carers about supporting your young person with body image concerns and knowing where to find help.

We'll be covering:
✅ How to support a positive relationship with their body
✅ The difference between disordered eating and eating disorders
✅ When and where to find the right support

📅 Wednesday 29 October
🕖 7–8 pm
💻 Online via Teams
🎟️ Free to attend - register at https://events.humanitix.com/free-webinar-body-image-and-your-young-person

16/10/2025

Last week, we celebrated headspace day by making space to create! 💚 Our staff and Youth Advisory Committee teamed up to decorate tiles for a mural that will bring colour and life to our new youth-led community garden project.

12/10/2025

💚 We’re thrilled to be part of Week of Fun this week from Mon 13 – Sun 19 October!

$1 from of all purchases at Strike, Holey Moley, Archie Brothers, Hijinx Hotel, and B. Lucky & Sons will be donated to headspace - so you can have fun while supporting youth mental health!

Come say hi at Holey Moley Moorabbin on Thursday 16 October, 3:30–4:30 pm, where we’ll have some fun activities and info about headspace services.

Bookings are open! Funlab have even hooked us up with a Friends of headspace discount — use code WEEKOFFUN for $10 activities.

09/10/2025

Happy headspace day 💚

This headspace day, we want to talk about making space for what matters to young people.

It’s not about doing more; it’s changing the ways we do things and being creative with our time.

So, today’s your reminder that when life gets crowded, make space for what matters to you. This headspace day, 9 October, what will you make space for?