Find stability in life’s twists and turns with Wayahead by your side

Find stability in life’s twists & turns with Wayahead by your side

We support people across New South Wales and beyond by providing education, services, and resources that help improve mental health and wellbeing.

We support people across New South Wales and beyond by providing education, services, and resources that help improve mental health and wellbeing.

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SERVICES

Anxiety Support
Groups

Anxiety Support Groups

These groups comprise a small number of people who come together to share personal experiences and information in a safe, friendly and supportive environment

Forums

Forums

Forums are an opportunity for people to come together in their community, learn more about anxiety and connect with their local mental health services.

Small Steps

Small Steps

Small Steps is an important program aimed at raising awareness and improving the recognition and understanding of anxiety disorders in primary school aged children.

Sharespace

Wayahead Sharespace

Wayahead Sharespace is a network of individuals and organisations that are interested in employee health and wellbeing.

Mental Health
Month

Mental Health Month

Wayahead leads annually the NSW Mental Health Month, which coordinates and provides mental health resources and activities during October.

Information Services

Directory and Phone Lines

Our online mental health directory and phone lines connect individuals with support services, covering a wide range of mental health concerns.

SPOTLIGHT

Living Library

Discover real-life mental health stories being used for reflective discussion and learning

MENTAL HEALTH INFORMATION

Get the Facts

Getting accurate mental health information can be challenging. We’ve gathered resources to help identify needs, explore treatment options, support wellbeing, and navigate the mental health system

Mental Health Month is celebrated each year in the month of October in NSW. This month encourages all of us to think about our mental health and wellbeing, regardless of whether we may have a lived experience of mental illness or not.

Wayahead Support

News section

  • March 10, 2025

    Blow Bubbles for Bipolar

  • March 4, 2025

    Urgent Survey: Psychiatrist Crisis Impacting Mental Health Carers

  • February 28, 2025

    Wayahead supports Babana

  • February 28, 2025

    Meet new Wayahead Chair – Ryan McGlaughlin

  • February 28, 2025

    A World-Class Mental Health System

  • NSW parliament
    June 6, 2024

    The findings and recommendations from the NSW Parliamentary Inquiry

Socials

Them: Just go to therapy⁠ Me: Checks bank balance and therapist’s 6-month waitlist
If you’re caring for a parent with a mental illness, you’re probably shouldering a lot. And none of it is your fault. ⁠ ⁠ You deserve rest and support. It’s okay to ask for help, set boundaries, and carve out time just for you. You matter, too. 💜⁠ ⁠
Work’s stressful, the cost of living is higher than ever, and the general state of the world has got you feeling down. ⁠ ⁠ But before you reach for that drink to take the edge of the week off, take a minute to read this. ☝️⁠
🎟️ Tickets Are On Sale - Secure Yours Today! 🎟️⁠ ⁠ Tickets for the 2025 Mental Health Matters Awards are officially available, but spots are limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this special day.⁠ ⁠ 🌟 Join us on September 26th at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth as we come together to celebrate the people, groups, and organisations making a real difference for mental health across NSW.⁠ ⁠ With Rose Jackson, Minister for Mental Health, joining us as a guest speaker, along with inspiring stories and great company, it’s an event you don't want to miss. ⁠ ⁠ Grab your ticket while you can!⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Ticket link in bio.⁠ ⁠ Date: September 26th, 2025⁠ Time: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM⁠ Location: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth