Compass Counsellor

18/12/2025

My warmest wishes and heartfelt thoughts to all my wonderful clients, family and friends.

17/10/2025

Great news for our region!

DEVONPORT MEDICARE MENTAL HEALTH CENTRE NOW OPEN
North West Tasmanian residents now have access to free, walk-in mental health support and care with the opening of the new Medicare Mental Health Centre in Devonport.

The Medicare Mental Health Centre was officially opened today by Emma McBride MP, Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Su***de Prevention, and Anne Urquhart MP, Member for Braddon.

Located at 11-17 Stewart Street, Devonport, the centre offers free mental health support and care for people in distress, without the need for an appointment, referral or mental health treatment plan.

Staffed by a multidisciplinary team, including mental health clinicians and peer workers, care is tailored to the needs of each person with wraparound support for people with more ongoing needs.

The Albanese Government is establishing a national network of 91 Medicare Mental Health Centres, including 5 in Tasmania.

There are 49 Medicare Mental Health Centres open and supporting communities across the country, including 2 in Tasmania.

Across Tasmania, Medicare Mental Health Centres are open in Launceston and Devonport. Further centres are being established in Burnie, Glenorchy and Brighton.

The Albanese Labor Government has delivered $4.5 million in funding for the establishment and running of the Devonport Medicare Mental Health Centre.

The centre is commissioned by Primary Health Tasmania and operated by Stride Mental Health.

People seeking information or support can be connected with Medicare Mental Health by calling 1800 595 212 or visiting www.medicarementalhealth.gov.au.

Quotes attributable to Anne Urquhart, Member for Braddon:
“This new Medicare Mental Health Centre in Devonport is a game-changer for the Braddon community.”

“It means that anyone experiencing mental distress can walk in and get the support they need—without cost, without a referral, and without delay.”

“I’m proud to be part of a government that’s delivering real, accessible mental health care for Tasmanians”

THURSDAY, 16 OCTOBER 2025

Medicare Mental Health can help you find the right Australian mental health and wellbeing resources, for yourself or for someone you care about.

06/09/2025

Queenstown last weekend with family & friends, a novel train ride, exploring the outdoors and trying something new in print making - a perfect weekend for my mental health!

10/01/2025

It's been a long time since I posted here because I have trying to practise what I preach by dropping unnecessary "I should" from my list of expectations. I'm resisting things that busy my life and create stress, without helping me to live a fulfilled life.
Here are some practical tips from CCAA.

Have a fulfilled 2025 with as little unnecessary stress as possible and plenty of fun and joy!

16/07/2024

Just for fun. Hoping this makes us feel a little less stupid because let's face it, we all do silly things at times and this one takes the cake!

04/06/2024

Ever feel like this? People often don't see beyond the surface, that being strong is not a choice but a matter of survival. Reach out for support if you're stuck in survival mode.

30/04/2024

How true. We are all impacted differently to circumstances and that's okay because are all unique!

11/02/2024

I love where I live!
Getting my bit of self-care in. What makes you feel good?

31/01/2024

08/01/2024

Reflection is good, unless it's self-sabotaging.

16/12/2023

We all need a giggle at this busy time of year. You are not alone if you are feeling insecure!

19/11/2023

Thankful! Being grateful for the simple things in life is a powerful antidote for depression. This is my view from my kitchen window. I'm grateful as I watch this scene as the horses clamber up the hill to put themselves to bed at the end of a stunning day.
What can you find to be grateful for today? If you are struggling with depression reach out to me at Compass Counsellor.