At Wakai Waian Healing, we are deeply committed to supporting the Cherbourg community’s mental health and emotional wellbeing, particularly its young people. Through collaborative efforts and community engagement, we aim to create a culturally sensitive environment that fosters local ownership and empowerment.
Our Vision
Following extensive consultations with community stakeholders, it has become clear that Cherbourg urgently needs enhanced psychological services. Our strategy is centred on building strong connections within the community, encouraging collective responsibility, and developing a culturally tailored action plan for mental health and wellbeing, with your active involvement.
General Service Information
We provide private and confidential psychological and counselling services delivered by culturally competent staff in Cherbourg. Our services are available through:
- Face-to-face sessions: Conducted in private office spaces.
- Outreach and Home Visits: Tailored to meet individual needs.
- Telehealth Services: Accessible via mobile phone and online platforms.
Our offerings include one-on-one, group, and family therapy sessions designed to address the diverse needs of the Cherbourg community, ensuring that everyone’s unique situation is understood and catered to.
Community Engagement
Beyond therapeutic sessions, our team collaborates with local community members and organisations to design initiatives that enhance regional capacity for addressing mental health and social wellbeing issues. We believe in a recovery-focused approach that recognises and builds upon the strengths of the Cherbourg community.
Our Team
All Wakai Waian Healing staff undergo rigorous cultural safety training and competency assessments. Our team comprises qualified professionals, including both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and those from other backgrounds. We prioritize respect and safety in our service delivery, ensuring you feel secure and respected.
Service Outcomes
Our services aim to achieve the following outcomes:
- Improved referral pathways for accessing support services.
- Enhanced community capacity to prevent and respond to mental health issues.
- Increased individual capacities to tackle local social and emotional wellbeing matters.
- Greater community satisfaction with mental health services.
Referrals and Accessing Our Services
Referrals are open to everyone, with no restrictions on who can make a referral. You can reach out to us through various channels:
- Referrals from Medical professionals, community services, family members, or self-referrals.
- Referral Form: Please complete the [Wakai Waian Healing Referral Form](#) (link to be provided) to initiate the process.
Completed referral forms can be submitted via: Cherbourg Referral Form Feb 2023
- Freecall: 1800 732 850
- Fax: 07 4829 4011
- Email: referralscq@wakai-waian.com.au or enquiries@wakai-waian.com.au
Feedback
Your feedback is invaluable to us. We are dedicated to ensuring our services are effective and culturally respectful. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any comments or suggestions.
Privacy and Confidentiality
We prioritise your privacy and confidentiality. Our Privacy, Confidentiality, and Information Management policies are available upon request.
Further Information
For any questions or additional information, please contact us:
- Freecall: 1800 732 850
- Email: enquiries@wakai-waian.com.au
Thank you for considering Wakai Waian Healing as your partner in mental health and wellbeing. We look forward to supporting you and the Cherbourg community on this journey.