Wellbeing

5 factors to help our kids navigate life’s ups and downs

Apr 11, 2023

As parents and carers it can be hard to know how to help our kids navigate life’s ups and downs. The good news is there are practical ways we can support and encourage our kids as they tackle challenges, no matter what age they are. This webinar shares 5 factors…

Stress Management For Parents and Carers

Apr 3, 2023

Stress management is something we all need to practise from time to time. It’s normal to feel stress – life is challenging and we all have different responsibilities and pressures to cope with. Parenting is one responsibility which can be highly stressful. You’re in charge of a whole human being…

4 ways parents and carers can thrive 

Mar 21, 2023

As parents and carers, we often focus on helping our kids and family thrive, and don’t prioritise taking care of ourselves. But self-care isn’t selfish!   When we’re taking care of our wellbeing, we’re better equipped to thrive as parents. Join the Outback Futures team and find out 4 strategies to help…

3 Tips To Boost Your Good Communication Skills

Feb 28, 2023

Good communication is integral to forming healthy relationships with family and friends. It’s also valuable to use when we want to express our thoughts, ideas and emotions. Additionally, it supports the interactions we have with people around us, such as workmates and neighbours.  We practise communication at every age and…

My First Appointment

Jan 17, 2023

If you haven’t connected with a psychologist or counsellor before, you might be a little unsure what to expect in your first appointment. To help you prepare and feel at ease, here’s a heads up on what you might chat about during the session. A typical session will include three…

Feeling connected with others at Christmas

Nov 1, 2022

Connection is good for our wellbeing any time of year, but for most of us feeling connected to others is an important part of Christmas.

Stronger Relationships: Navigating life with your family 

Sep 29, 2022

Build confidence in dealing with the changes of childhood, create stronger relationships and positively influence your family’s problem-solving skills. With 17 effective strategies this free, self-paced and all online course can help your family to connect and bond more closely. Developed by child psychologists using current clinical research, you can…

Fear-Less: Managing anxiety and building resilience

Sep 29, 2022

Grow your understanding of anxiety, establish what’s in your control, and help your children to manage their emotions when stressed.

Look Out Check In Speak Up

Sep 7, 2022

When someone’s sick or injured we usually know whether we need a band aid (look out), a trip to the doctor (check in), or a call to 000 (speak up). However, many of us aren’t as confident when it comes to mental health and wellbeing. The good news is the more…

It’s OK to seek help

Aug 18, 2022

“The thing I’d like people to know, especially if you’re a male, is it’s okay to seek help,” says Dave*, an ordinary outback Aussie bloke who struggled through years of depression and anxiety. “The first step is by far the toughest step that you’ll have to take.” “It’s not always…