The SAM Centre

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas from everyone at The SAM Centre 💜🎄

Wishing you and your family a peaceful and relaxing holiday period ✨

16/12/2025

We extend our thoughts and support to the Jewish community following the tragic events in Bondi 💜

If you or someone you love needs support:

Lifeline: 13 11 14 📞

Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 💙

JewishCare: 1300 133 660 ✡️

Our team of skilled practitioners at The SAM Centre are here to offer support. If you’d like to get in touch or book an appointment:

(03) 9024 2146 🌿

11/12/2025

🎄 Holiday Closure Announcement 🎄

The SAM Centre will be closed from 23 Dec – 5 Jan while our team takes a well-deserved holiday reset. 💜

Our phones won’t be monitored during this period, but you’re welcome to email us or submit a contact form via our website — we’ll reply as soon as we’re back on the 5th. 📩

If you need urgent support, please call 000 or Lifeline 13 11 14.

Wishing you a calm and joyful holiday season! 🌿✨

20/11/2025

📅 2026 bookings are now open at The SAM Centre!

Whether you’re continuing your wellbeing journey or taking your first step toward support, our team is here for you

Book your appointment today:

📞 (03) 9024 2146

📧 info@samcentre.com.au

🌐 www.samcentre.com.au

18/11/2025

A fun and engaging discussion on high performance sport and wellbeing.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of su***de and mental health struggles. If you or someone you know needs help, contact the National Su***de...

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day 💜

Today is a reminder that our mental health is just as important as our physical health. 🌿

Take a moment to check in with your loved ones and start a conversation - it could make a real difference. 🫂

If you or someone you know needs support, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

26/09/2025

📢 Public Holiday Closure Notice 📢

The SAM Centre is closed today (Friday 26th September) for the AFL Grand Final public holiday. We will reopen on Monday 29th September.

📧 You can still email us, and we’ll get back to you once we’re back in the office on Monday.

⚠️ If you need urgent support, please call 000 in an emergency or contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Wishing you a safe and enjoyable long weekend! 🏉💛

25/09/2025

🌟 We’re excited to welcome Julian Douglas to the SAM Centre team!

Julian is a psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults in areas including autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and stress. He draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychoeducation, while also integrating creative approaches such as therapeutic gaming to make therapy engaging and accessible.

Julian is passionate about supporting neurodiverse individuals and helping clients build confidence, resilience, and meaningful change. Please join us in giving him a warm welcome to the SAM Centre community! 💙

17/09/2025

Chronic digestive disorders like IBS, GERD, and reflux can be deeply distressing — especially when medical treatments fall short. Learn how the brain-gut connection holds the key to helping clients regulate symptoms and ease their suffering.

11/09/2025

💛 It’s R U OK? Day, a chance to pause and reach out to someone you care about.

Asking the question “Are you OK?” can start a conversation that helps someone feel seen and supported.

You don’t need to have all the answers - just being present can mean a lot.

03/09/2025

It was a great day at the AFL gathering, and I enjoyed the collective knowledge in our panel discussion on Neurodivergejce in sport.

29/08/2025

https://www.afl.com.au/news/1405336

In a stunning All-Australian interview, Geelong star Bailey Smith has bravely shared he spent four weeks at a mental health facility during a tough 2024