Tuesday 8 September 2026 1:30PM - 3:15PM
Calming Anxiety
Get tools to manage anxiety.
Workshop
Tuesday 8 September 2026 1:30PM - 3:15PM
Thorne Harbour Health, 200 Hoddle St, Abbotsford VIC
Mental Health
Receive support from clinicians and peer workers who understand the unique experiences of LGBTIQA+ communities and people living with HIV.
Fill out our intake form to get started.
Thorne Harbour Health
200 Hoddle St, Abbotsford VIC 3067
Mon-Fri: 9AM-5PM
Online
Mon-Fri: 9AM-5PM
Cost
Free short-term
$50 per session long-term
Contact us
Phone:(03) 9865 6700
What we help with
Our counsellors and peer workers support people around:
- Coming out, identity exploration and gender affirmation
- Anxiety, depression and low mood
- Relationships, break-ups and family rejection
- Loneliness, isolation and building connection
- Grief, loss and trauma
- Stigma, discrimination and hate-based experiences
- Living with HIV and sexual health stress
- Building resistance in the face of adversity
- Developing tools to manage poor mental health
- Building a stronger sense of self
If you’re unsure whether counselling, AOD or family violence support is the best fit — we can help you decide. There is no wrong door.
Please note it may take up to several weeks for us to process your referral. We understand that waiting for support can be difficult. In the meantime, please see our crisis support links if you need immediate help.
Support options
Choose a mental health support that works for you.
Short-term Counselling (Free)
Free, short-term support (up to 6 sessions)
May suit if you:
- Need support quickly (wait times may apply, unless you’ve had a recent HIV diagnosis)
- Are experiencing financial hardship
- Are looking for brief or solution-focused counselling
Long-term Counselling ($50 a session)
With a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP you can access up to 10 medicare-subsidised sessions per year with our Under the Rainbow program.
May suit if you:
- Want longer-term therapy
- Prefer greater session flexibility
- Are able to contribute to session costs
This program costs $50 out-of-pocket per session. An intial upfront fee of $151.55 is charged, followed by a $101.55 medicare rebate.
Groups
We also run structured therapeutic groups for LGBTIQA+ people focused on:
- Anxiety, stress and mental wellbeing
- Substance use and mental health
- Building coping skills and confidence
- Strengthening relationships and connection
Call us to find out more about our therapeutic groups or find upcoming dates below.
Outside Central Melbourne
If you are aged 26+ and live in Dandenong, Melton, Bendigo, Kyneton or Echuca, we offer free, local support through the Mental Health & Wellbeing Locals.
Upcoming Groups
Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals
Free mental health support from Thorne Harbour Health staff in Dandenong, Melton, Bendigo, Kyneton and Echuca.
Find related services
Not what you were looking for? Find something else.
Family Violence
Free, LGBTIQA+ affirming support for people experiencing family violence, and support for people who want to change their behaviour.
Trans and Gender Diverse Health
Equinox trans and gender diverse clinic. Services include hormone management, sexual health screening, and general care.
Living with HIV
Support, community and practical services to help you live well with HIV.
Alcohol & Other Drugs
Free, LGBTIQA+ affirming support to help you change your relationship with alcohol or other drugs.
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