Through the EMHSS initiative, secondary students at Victorian government schools have easier access to counselling services offered by headspace.
Students can access EMHSS-supported counselling services via a referral made through a central contact person within and nominated by the school (e.g. a wellbeing coordinator or similar), or by being referred by themselves, a parent, or guardian.
To be eligible for this service, students must be:
- enrolled at a Victorian government secondary school at the time of referral; and
- experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues.
EMHSS services are available during school holidays. During these periods students can contact headspace directly to arrange an appointment.
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