About our mental health services
Youth Focus offers a range of safe and confidential services for young people delivered by qualified mental health professionals. We support young people between the ages of 12 and 25, without referral required and at no cost.
Services for young people
We understand that every young person’s journey is different. We work with each young person to ensure they feel in control of their mental health journey, based on what they want to achieve in their lives, in that moment.
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Youth counselling
We provide safe and confidential counselling services to young people (12 to 25) empowering them to get what they need as quickly as possible, with no formal referral required and at no cost. -
Work and Study Support
We provide young people with tailored, one-on-one support to help them reach their work and study goals, giving them the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to do what they want to do. -
Group programs
Group programs give young people the opportunity to come together and connect with others who may be experiencing similar challenges. -
Mentoring
Our Mentoring Program connects passionate, supportive and committed individuals with young people to help them navigate challenges, gain confidence, and develop valuable life skills. -
M8D8 program for young men
M8D8 is an initiative aimed at encouraging young men to support each other by talking, listening and sharing – before problems get too big to cope with.
Supporting young people to be who they want to be
We are committed to delivering a high-quality, safe, and consistent service for young people across all our locations, tailored to meet the unique needs of each community.
Services for parents, carers, schools & communities
Parents, carers and the community play a crucial role in a young persons mental health journey. We help shape and enable communities that promote mental wellbeing and support young people in all aspects of their lives.
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Work and Study Support
We provide young people with tailored, one-on-one support to help them reach their work and study goals, giving them the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to do what they want to do. -
Community Engagement
At Youth Focus, we’re committed to supporting young people’s mental health by meeting them where they are, whether at community events, schools, or workplaces. -
Counselling in schools and community
We provide confidential and safe mental health services in schools and community settings across WA. -
Mental health education
We offer a mental health education program called ‘Mental Notes’ to schools, workplaces, and communities across Western Australia. -
Mentoring
Our Mentoring Program connects passionate, supportive and committed individuals with young people to help them navigate challenges, gain confidence, and develop valuable life skills. -
Postvention for communities
We work with schools and communities when a major event happens that might impact a young person’s mental health, such as an accident, natural disaster or suspected death by suicide.
Our approach
Mental illness is the leading cause of disability and poor life outcomes for young people in Western Australia, and around 40% of young people have experienced mental health challenges in the last 12 months. Discover more about our approach to services and how we help young people to navigate mental health challenges so they can be who they want to be.
Our impact
Our vision is to help create a world where a young person’s mental health doesn’t get in the way of them being who they want to be – and we are proud to work alongside our partners, communities, and young people to achieve this.
Our corporate partners
We have a rich history of partnering with businesses, governments and individuals who share our commitment to creating brighter futures for young people.