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MyStep to Mental Wellbeing

What is MyStep to Mental Wellbeing?
At MyStep to Mental Wellbeing, we provide comprehensive mental health support for people of all ages with varying needs:

Low-intensity support for those with mild mental health concerns.
Talk therapies to help you understand and change troubling feelings, thoughts, and behaviours.
Care coordination for individuals with complex mental health needs.
Sessions with mental health professionals for residents of aged care facilities who are at risk of, or experiencing, mental health challenges.

Who is MyStep for?
MyStep to Mental Wellbeing is here to support anyone living in the Eastern Murrumbidgee Region, including Riverina and Wagga Wagga, who needs help with their mental health. Whether you need a little assistance or more intensive care due to significant distress or crisis, we are here for you.

Please note that MyStep to Mental Wellbeing is not a crisis or emergency service. If you need urgent support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. In case of an emergency or if you are at risk of harm to yourself or others, call 000 immediately.

How does MyStep to Mental Wellbeing work?
MyStep to Mental Wellbeing offers up to 6-12 counselling sessions with experienced mental health clinicians. Additionally, the program provides access to planned group activities, online resources, and peer worker support.

How can you access MyStep to Mental Wellbeing?
Referring someone to MyStep to Mental Wellbeing is a straightforward process that is open to everyone, including self-referrals. You can find the referral forms below:

Self Referral Form

GP or Service Provider Referral Form

Referrals can be sent via:

Fax: 6453 4444

Email: wagga@gph.org.au

For more information, contact the MyStep to Mental Wellbeing team on (02) 6453 4440.

Where is MyStep to Mental Wellbeing offered?
MyStep to Mental Wellbeing is available across the Eastern Murrumbidgee Region, including Riverina and Wagga Wagga.

Cost
MyStep to Mental Wellbeing is a free service, funded by the Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network.

What is a Peer Worker?
A Peer Worker is someone who has personally faced significant mental health challenges and has used mental health services. Their own journey of healing and recovery allows them to understand and support you as you navigate your mental health challenges.

What is a Clinician?
A clinician is a team member who has studied mental health. They are often social workers or psychologists. They will listen to you to understand your strengths and challenges, and work with you to develop strategies to achieve your mental health goals.

Available at

Grand Pacific Health Wagga Wagga
- Unit 1 21 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga, 2650, NSW
- PO Box 978 Wagga Wagga NSW 2521
- Phone 02 6453 4440
- Fax 02 6453 4444

Referrals

MyStep General

Referrals can be sent via the MPHN Central Access and Navigation Service. You can refer yourself or someone you care for. Not all MyStep services require a Mental Health Treatment Plan.

MyStep RACF

Any frontline staff member can flag a referral but all referrals need to come through the Clinical Care Coordinator (or equivalent) of the RACF. A GP referral is not necessary, but the referrer must be a Registered Nurse or similar.