• Are you concerned about your mental health? 
• Would you like to improve your sense of wellbeing? 
• Are you concerned about a family member, friend or work mate but not sure what to do? 

Some of us find talking about mental health difficult. Some of us find all the different words confusing.

Accessing information and support can be tricky when you live in the bush. That's why our team is here to answer your questions and help you find the support that's right for you. There’s no such thing as a wrong or silly question! You don’t need a referral from your GP to make an appointment. Simply call or text us on 0417 703 729 during office hours. 

For 24/7 or crisis support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14, Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636, or for under 25s, Kids Help Line on 1800 55 1800. In an emergency please call 000.

• Has your child received a diagnosis but you're unsure what to do next? 
• Are you concerned your child may not be meeting their developmental milestones? 
• Are you struggling to access consistent support for your child? 

We know accessing information and support can be tricky when you live in the bush. That's why our team is here to answer your questions and help you find the support that's right for you and your child. Call us on 0417 703 729. 

We have a region specific team for each of the Local Government Areas (LGAs) we currently work with.

Each region team includes a range of allied health professionals who work together to provide wholistic care and support.

Our team can include psychologists, counsellors, mental health social workers, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists. Find out more here. 

Allied health can be a confusing term, as there is no universally accepted definition of allied health.

Generally in Australia, allied health refers to the broad range of health professionals who are not doctors, nurses, midwives, or dentists.  

Allied health professionals use evidence-based practices to prevent, diagnose and treat various conditions and illnesses. They often work in multidisciplinary health teams to provide specialised support to suit an individual’s needs. (Source) 

The Outback Futures team includes the following allied health professionals: 

• psychologists 
• counsellors 
• mental health social workers 
• occupational therapists 
• speech pathologists 

Our multidisciplinary team works together to provide wholistic support and care for each of our clients.  

Unsure what support is best for you or your child?  

Chat with our team 0417 703 729. We'll answer your questions and connect you with the best support option. 

If you live outside the regions we currently work in, we encourage you to seek support from a service provider in your area. 

We have a range of fees, including some free options, to help you access support.  

When you connect with our team, we will provide all relevant fee payment information. We will discuss fee payments, subsidies, rebates, and out of pocket expenses with you prior to making your first appointment so you know your options and can make an informed decision.  

To find out more, get in touch with our team. 

You do not need a referral to access services with Outback Futures. If you would like to connect with our team, simply call or text 0417 703 729, have a chat, ask any questions and if our services are a good fit for you, we’ll schedule your first appointment. 

Your child does not need a referral from your doctor or school to access services with Outback Futures. If you think your child would benefit from our services, simply call or text 0417 703 729, have a chat and ask any questions. If our services are a good fit for you, we’ll schedule an assessment appointment for your child.

We believe parents, carers, teachers and govies have a vital role to play in supporting a child who’s receiving support from our team, so ongoing we’ll keep everyone in the loop.