Supporting Minds has two service streams with differing eligibility criteria:

1. Supporting Minds

• Adults aged 16-65
• Experiencing mild – moderate symptoms and would benefit from short-term limited service of up to 3 months.
• People experiencing high levels of stress. Life circumstances to be considered when assessing situational distress including:  significant transitions (e.g., job loss, relationship breakdown, sudden or unexpected death of loved one),  trauma (e.g., physical, psychological, or sexual abuse, witnessing or being a victim of an extremely violent incident, natural disaster), harm from others (including violence, vulnerability, exploitation), interpersonal or social difficulties (e.g., conflict with friend or colleague, loneliness, social isolation, bullying, relationship difficulties), performance related pressure (e.g., work, school, exam stress), ability to or difficulty having basic physical, emotional, environmental, or material needs met (such as homelessness, unsafe living environment, poverty), and legal issues   

  Note: It is desirable (not essential) for people to have a Health Care Card  

2. Supporting Minds (LGBTIQAP+) 

• People aged 12-65   
• Experiencing mild – moderate mental distress and would benefit from short-term limited service for up to 3 months 
• Identify as LGBTIQAP+, or are questioning sexuality or gender identity and require culturally specific support 
• Have a health care card or do not have the financial means to access other services   

You can contact Head to Health on 1800 595 212 and speak to a trained mental health professional to discuss your circumstances, recovery goals and the most appropriate service to reach them. If Supporting Minds is the right service for you, they will facilitate a referral. If there are other services that may be a better fit, they will discuss this with you and support you in accessing those services.  Alternatively, your GP can make a referral if appropriate.