Resources
Soma Circuit - Nervous System Regulation App by clinical psychologist Gerry Bronn (who practices with us)
Soma Circuit — Short, body-based practices for the hours between appointments. You choose the state you're in — overwhelmed, steady, or running flat — and the practice matches it. A few minutes at a time, working with the nervous system rather than talking about it. Created at In Health -Byron by clinical psychologist Gerry Bronn from the practices he gives his own clients. Building nervous system capacity for the moments that matter.
Available on the App Store. Best used alongside your sessions — if anything strong comes up while practising, bring it to your practitioner. Download here.
Eating Disorder Support at In Health - Byron Bay Psychology
Watching your teenager struggle with food, body image, or eating behaviours can be deeply distressing. Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions — not simply about food or dieting — and can have significant physical and psychological impacts over time. Early, supportive intervention makes a real difference in recovery. We offer evidence-based treatment approaches available including Focal Psychodynamic Therapy, Adolescent-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. Contact us for information regarding how to access an Eating Disorder Plan (EDP) through Medicare for up to 40 subsidised therapy sessions per year, as well as recommendations for GPs and dietitians experienced with eating disorders across Byron Bay and the Northern Rivers. If you are concerned about your teenager, reaching out early is the most important step you can take. Contact us here
Mental Health Line (NSW Health): 1800 011 511
The NSW Mental Health Line is a 24/7 statewide phone service (1800 011 511) that connects people in New South Wales to mental health professionals for advice, assessment, and referral. It is available to anyone experiencing mental health concerns, as well as carers, family members, or health workers seeking guidance. You’d use it for immediate, confidential support, to find the right local services, and to get professional advice on managing mental health issues before they escalate.
LifeLine: 13 11 14
Lifeline is a 24/7 national crisis support service (13 11 14) that provides free, confidential help to anyone in Australia experiencing emotional distress or thoughts of suicide. It offers immediate phone, text, and online chat support from trained crisis supporters who listen without judgment. You’d use it when you need someone to talk to right away, help staying safe in a crisis, or guidance toward further mental health and community services.
Kids Help Line: 1800 55 18 00
Kids Helpline is a free, confidential 24/7 counselling service (1800 55 1800) for young people aged 5 to 25 across Australia. It provides phone, webchat, and email support with qualified counsellors about anything from mental health and relationships to school stress and safety concerns. You’d use it to talk to a trusted professional who will listen, support you without judgment, and help you find practical ways to cope or get further assistance.
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 46 36
Beyond Blue is a free, confidential mental health support service (1300 22 4636) available 24/7 to people in Australia experiencing anxiety, depression, or emotional distress. It offers phone, webchat, and email counselling with trained professionals, plus resources for prevention, recovery, and wellbeing. You’d use it to talk through challenges, get strategies to manage your mental health, and connect with further professional or community support.
Women’s Information and Referral Exchange (WIRE): 1800 188 158
The Women’s Information and Referral Exchange (WIRE) is a free, confidential service for women, non-binary, and gender-diverse people in Victoria, providing information, support, and referrals on any issue, including mental health, relationships, family violence, legal rights, housing, and money matters. It offers phone support (1300 134 130), email, and an online chat service, staffed by trained support workers who listen without judgment. You’d use it to get clear information, explore options, and be connected with services that can help you navigate challenges safely and confidently.