Barriers to help seeking #3

August 5, 2021 Kylianne Farrell

Knowing What Help is Available

When struggling with a mental illness, it can feel overwhelming to take steps to get help at times. A big barrier can be knowing what help is available based on the challenges being faced.

When supporting this is something we can help with.

The Who Can Help resource on our website will give lots of information when it comes to searching for the best next step for someone when they are seeking help and want to know what is available.

Still not sure? Send an email we are happy to help where we can!

Barriers to help seeking #2

August 5, 2021 Kylianne Farrell

Previous Bad Experience

People are locks and keys. Not everyone will be a good fit!

Its important to encourage someone to try again after a previous bad experience. Whether that be a helpline, face to face session or type of professional.

It’s ok for it to take some time to find a good fit when it comes to professional help.

Find out what works for the person you are supporting, what type of help they would like to access and do some research to try your best together, to get their foot in the best possible door.

It's Like A Cup of Coffee

May 25, 2021 Kylianne Farrell

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If someone has had a bad experience with a professional or service this analogy is helpful.

It’s like a cup of coffee sometimes you buy them and they are great, the next time it is bad.

It depends on many factors to make a good coffee, the barista, the milk, the timing of the shot of coffee, the machine… the list goes on.

Professional help is similar in the way that there are many different clinicians, with different backgrounds, different approaches, different training, different experiences. It’s worth giving it another go - as there are many factors that go into creating a good client and professional relationship.