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Here you will find support groups, workshops, and activities specifically set up for people with depression, their carers, family members and friends. If a phone number is provided, please be sure to call first to verify details.
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VICTORIA EVENTS
Dealing with Depression Group
A 6-week program introducing cognitive-behavioural therapy in dealing with depression. Throughout the program, the focus of the group will be learning how to overcome and recover from depression, with the aim of preventing further occurrences in the future. This group will be facilitated by psychologists Sally-Anne McCormack and Jenny Corran.
When: Monday 25 August 2008, 8.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m.
Where: Psychrespect, 323 Blackburn Road, Burwood East 3151.
Cost: $40 per session (partial rebates may be available through Medicare or Private Health Insurance for eligible people) Note: $40 deposit to be paid on booking, $200 balance due at the first session.
Contact: Jenny (03) 9802 7765 / 0414 978 114, Sally-Anne (03) 8812 2373 / 0403 438 176
Introduction to Mindfulness & Anxiety Workshop
Mindfulness is: “The state of being attentive to and aware of what is taking place in the present” - Brown & Ryan (2003) This workshop will assist you to gain mindfulness based knowledge, skills and strategies that may assist your recovery and improve your quality of life. The workshop will include information and discussion on the history, major principles and benefits of mindfulness, and will also include practical skills to develop and maintain this practice.
When: TBC. Register your interest (maximum of 10 people per session)
Where: Anxiety Recovery Centre Victoria 42 High Street Road ASHWOOD
Cost: $30
Contact: ARCVic Office Line: 9886 9233 or
OCD & Anxiety HelpLine: 9886 9377
Mindfulness Meditation
These supportive group classes are for those with little or no experience and are conducted by Steve Brown who has over 15 years meditation experience. Attending these group classes helps many people to manage their stress, improve their relationships and free themselves of negative mind states.
Where: Glen Iris and Northcote
When: Glen Iris classes start 6th August. Northcote classes start 19th May and run for 7 weeks.
Time: 7 – 9pm
Cost: $195.00 (medicare rebates apply)
Ph: 9886 9400 or email
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Mastering Anxiety
Learn strategies to reduce your anxiety and stress. Whilst anxiety is a normal part of life, it is important to understand where and when anxious responses are appropriate. Anxiety disorders are different from everyday anxiety in that the anxiety associated with disorders is more intense, lasts longer, and can lead to phobias. What is important from the perspective of daily living and quality of life is to understand how one's anxiety manifests, what keeps it active, and how one can learn to alter responses to, and therefore master anxiety. Rather than being afraid of your anxiety – allow yourself to take control of it. Merryn Snare is a registered psychologist specialising in the treatment of anxiety disorders in adults, adolescents and children.
Merryn will teach workshop participants about the importance of:
• Self esteem;
• Self talk and mistaken beliefs;
• Exercise;
• Relaxation;
• Nutrition;
• Sound sleep.
Useful techniques and treatment options will also be covered:
• CBT – thought stopping and challenging irrational thoughts;
• ACT - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy;
• Hypnosis (including imagery).
When: Wednesday 23 July 2008
Time: 7.30pm
Where: Phyllis Hore Room, Kew Library, corner of Civic Drive and Cotham Road, Kew.
Cost: $20 for non-members and $10.00 for Anxiety Disorders Association of Victoria (ADAVIC) members.
Pre-payment required – bookings a re essential and money non-refundable
Contact: Ph: 03 9853 8089 or email
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A workshop with Pauline McKinnon, author of 'In Stillness Conquer Fear'
In 1983 Pauline McKinnon recovered from eight years of agoraphobia and told her inspirational story, 'In Stillness Conquer Fear'. This book led the way to today’s awareness of anxiety disorders.
At this workshop you will learn:
• Learn from Pauline's experience of agoraphobia;
• Understand the anxiety trap and how to escape it;
• Discover new things about 'you';
• Experience an introduction to Stillness Meditation Therapy. When: Saturday 18 October 2008.
Time: 9.30am to 4pm.
Where: Balwyn Community Centre 412 Whitehorse Road, Surrey Hills.
Cost: $75 for non-members, but $55 if paid by Friday 29 August. $55 for ADAVIC members.
Morning and afternoon tea provided but please bring your own lunch and a notepad and pen.
Contact: Enquiries and bookings through ADAVIC by calling 03 9853 8089.
Support Groups
Anxiety Disorders Association of Victoria (ADAVIC) Support Groups
Coburg Support Group
When: Monday evenings (except Public Holidays) 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Where: Nicholson Street Community House, 32 Nicholson St, Coburg.
Cost: $3 for ADAVIC members, $5 for non-members
Contact:
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or call (03) 9853-8089
Website: http://www.adavic.org.au/
Kew Support Group
When: Monday evenings (except Public Holidays) 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Where: Kew Senior Citizens Centre, 533 High Street, Kew.
Cost: $3 for ADAVIC members, $5 for non-members
Contact:
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Website: http://www.adavic.org.au/
Altona Support Group
When: Tuesday evenings (except Public Holidays) 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Where: Louis Joel Arts & Community Centre, 5 Sargood Street, Altona.
Cost: $3 for ADAVIC members, $5 for non-members
Contact:
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Website: http://www.adavic.org.au/
Hampton Park Support Group
When: Thursday evenings (except Public Holidays) 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Where: Hampton Park Community House, 16-20 Stuart Avenue, Hampton Park
Cost: $3 for ADAVIC members, $5 for non-members
Contact:
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Website: http://www.adavic.org.au/
ADAVIC provides support, friendship, encouragement and recovery management to people who suffer from anxiety, depression, some phobias and other issues.
Services include telephone support, support groups, workshops and seminars.
When: See website for details of various group meeting times
Where: See website for details of various group meeting locations
Contact: (03) 9583 8089 or email
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Website: www.adavic.org
For more information on events offered by ADAVIC in 2008, please click here.
Albury and Wodonga Anxiety and Depression Support Group
When: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month
Where: 2nd floor, Wodonga Council Building, Hovell Street Wodonga
Contact: Wendy Malcolm on (02) 6059 4176 or 0418 698 401
GROW Support Groups
GROW support groups are held across Australia. Groups meet weekly and involve a 12 step program. GROW offers anonymity and confidentiality to group members. Group meetings are small and are run by members.
When: See website for details
Where: See website for details
Contact: See website for details
Website: www.grow.net.au
Mental Health Foundation of Victoria Mood Disorders Support Group
For the support of people experiencing mood disorders, their families and friends. The guest speaker presentations are also suitable for service providers and people interested in the promotion of mental health in the community.
Contact: (03) 9427 0406,
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Website: http://www.mentalhealthvic.org.au/
Soft Pathways – Support Groups for Anxiety and Depression
The groups provide a safe and relaxed environment for people to share their journeys. They are intended to provide support and encouragement through mutual sharing of experiences, ideas, discussion around various topics related to anxiety and depression.
When: Brighton – Thursday 7:30 to 9:30pm, Bentleigh East – Tuesday 2-4pm and Wednesday 7:30 to 9:30 pm
Where: Brighton and Bentleigh East
Contact:
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, (03) 9551 3167 or 0413 523 058
Website: http://softpathway.com.au/
Workshops/Activities/Courses/Programs
The Calm Life Skills Seminar - Sandy McGregor
Skills to help overcome depression. Sandy McGregor is an ordinary Australian who has overcome extraordinary challenges in his life and now teaches other people the skills that helped him. He is a Vietnam Veteran and father of 6 children, 3 of whom were killed by an intruder in their own home in 1987.
Contact: 1300 731 900, Fax (02) 9457 7122 or
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Website: www.calm.com.au
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