At headspace Cessnock we believe that youth participation is fundamental to the delivery of quality services for young people. We aim to provide young people with opportunities to meaningfully participate and collaborate in our daily operations, structure and services.

Youth Reference Group

Our Youth Reference Group(YRG) meets up every three weeks to discuss all that happens at headspace Cessnock. Our dedicated members organise, coordinate and attend youth events around Mental Health Month, National Youth Week, LGBTQIA+ events and awareness days, NAIDOC and many more.

Wanna join the team? We are always looking for new members! If you're aged between 12 and 25, live in the Maitland and Upper Hunter region and are passionate about promoting good mental health and wellbeing to young people then:

• • fill in this form
  • drop us a line at headspacecessnock@samaritans.org.au 
  • give us a call on (02) 4993 3450
  • Come and say hi! We're located at 122 Vincent Street, Cessnock

Connect

Connect is a monthly social support group for same sex attracted, intersex and gender diverse young people or young people aged 16-25 who are questioning their sexual or gender identity and friends and allies of the LGBTIQ+ community. It is a chance to meet like minded people, hang out and create a safe space. We regularly host events for young people interested in getting involved too! Give us a call on (02) 4993 3450 for more info! Download a copy of our flyer here.

Throwback Thursdays youth groups

Every Thursday we host youth groups that are catered for young people aged between 12-25. These youth groups are centered around educating young people about the easy, quick, cheap and do-able ways to look after yourself. Whether it be cooking classes, slime making, art creating, yoga or sports - We got you! If you are a young person or you know of any young people who you reckon would benefit from this, give us a call on (02) 4993 3450 or email headspacecessnock@samaritans.org.au to find out what we've got in store. Alternatively, check out our facebook page for more regular updates. 

We're collecting info about the activities, social groups and events that we run at headspace Cessnock. Have something to say about one of our events that you attended? Let us know what you thought by clicking here. Using the same link, you can also include feedback about our Centre too!

If you would like to refer a young person you can find our referral form here. Please fill out the details and email to headspacecessnock@samaritans.org.au or fax (02) 49311 060.

To book an appointment or ask a question feel free to call out friendly reception staff on (02) 49 311 000. Please note that phone referrals will only be taken between the hours of 9:30 am and 4:30 pm

See what's on each month at headspace Cessnock by downloading our 'What's On' poster here.

Our Staff

We have a dedicated team of friendly, welcoming staff who you can talk to about what’s going on in your life in a confidential, non-judgemental environment. Coming to see us is free, and you can phone us, email us or just come in. You can also ask your parents, a health worker or case manager to refer you. If you would like to book an appointment or ask a question call (02) 49 311 000 or send an email to headspacecessnock@samaritans.org.au if you would like to refer a young person you can find our referral form here.

Intake 

These guys will be your first port of call! After booking an appointment with headspace you will have a meeting with one of our amazing Early Intervention Mental Health Clinicians. They will listen to what’s going on and talk to you about what help is out there.

Bushfire Response Counsellor

 The Bush fire response counsellor is here to help any young person 12-25yr and their family or friends after the bush fires that occurred in NSW. This service is working in the  areas of Cessnock, Singleton and Muswellbrook, with anyone affected in any way, directly or indirectly, by the Bushfires. Please contact headspace Maitland on 4931 1000 or headspace Cessnock on 4993 3450 for more information.

Adolescent and Family Counsellor

Tracey and Alyssa are our Adolescent and Family Counsellors who help parents and young people successfully resolve difficult issues and navigate their way through challenging times with a focus on strengthening family relationships.

Drug & Alcohol Support

We provide support to young people who would like to quit or cut down on their alcohol or drug use. Betty comes by every second Wednesday and Holley from Youth Drug & Alcohol Services (YDACS)every Thursday.

Art therapy

Lisa sees young people on Fridays to increase their ability to understand and manage their feelings, self-worth & relationships through art. Call us about referrals to see Lisa!

Community Awareness & Engagement Officers

Liz and Tom engage young people, their families and friends, schools and community groups to help build awareness and literacy of mental health in our community. They also facilitate the many youth groups held at the Centre! Interested in having us attend your school? Email us at headspacecessnock@samaritans.org.au for more info. 

headspace Cessnock can be booked in to attend  your event, school or service by filling in this request form.

In order to help us best suit your needs please note the following:

• We need at least 3 weeks notice of events and presentations.
• We may not be able to meet your request within the timeframe due to prior commitments.
• If you need to cancel an event or presentation, please advise us 1 week before.
• It may take 10 days for a staff member to process and get back to you.