Overview
Wellbeing at St Andrew’s is many-fold. From professional support options, to peer support, you are encouraged to reach out in any way that feels comfortable for you. We call this our no-wrong-door policy.
On this page are several options that you can explore to support your overall wellbeing.
If you need help navigating these options or have ideas and suggestions for wellbeing at College, email: studentwellbeing@standrewscollege.edu.au
Pastoral Care Leaders
Pastoral Care Leaders are current students trained to answer a range of enquiries, including connecting you with support services, and tips on social activities you can get involved in while at College. Please be aware that Pastoral Care Leaders are not professionally trained counsellors.
In transitioning to College, the support offered by Pastoral Care leaders can be invaluable. You are encouraged to familiarize yourself with your Pastoral Care Leaders and reach out to them as needed, or alternatively, complete a support form and request to be connected to a Pastoral Care Leader.
Please find the contact details of our Pastoral Care Leaders here.
On-Demand Wellbeing Workshops
Fun and informative wellbeing trainings and workshops offered throughout the semester on-demand, including the Mental Health First Response Training. Register here.
Counselling in College
We can connect you to a trained counsellor internally or externally. To request an appointment, please complete the support form
Or, book an appointment directly here or by phone 0295 657 399.
Support at Educational Institutions
Your educational institution offers a range of support for students. Below are some options. Be sure to enquire with your educational institution directly.
If your educational institution is missing from the above list, or offers support that may be included, let us know: studentwellbeing@standrewscollege.edu.au
Finding a Doctor/General Practitioner (GP)
To find a doctor try searching the government’s Health Direct website.
External Mental Health Professionals
Australian Psychological Society (APS) offers a search tool for finding psychologists.
Australian Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (ARCAP) offers a search tool for finding counsellors and psychotherapists.
The College also has a partnership with Associated Counsellors and Psychologists whereby students can access free counselling sessions. Reach out here for more information.
Headspace (located in the Brain and Mind Centre at University of Sydney) and Camperdown Community Mental Health Service (Missenden Road) are nearby referral points, aswell as RPA Hospital, University of Sydney Health Service.
Helplines
| Helpline | Description | Call |
|---|---|---|
| 13YARN | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support line | 13 92 76 |
| 1800RESPECT | National domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service. | 1800 737 732 |
| Beyond Blue | Support for depression and anxiety | 1300 224 636 |
| Butterfly National Helpline | Eating disorders or body image issues | 1800 334 673 |
| Kids Helpline | Counselling for young people aged 5 to 25 | 1800 55 1800 |
| Lifeline | National Crisis Support Line | 13 11 14 |
| MensLine Australia | Men’s Line for emotional or relationship concerns | 1300 78 99 78 |
| Open Arms | Veterans and families counselling | 1800 011 046 |
| Suicide Call Back Service | Service for suicide related issues | 1300 659 467 |
Do you have suggestions or ideas to improve wellbeing at the College? Is there information here that should be updated? Email studentwellbeing@standrewscollege.edu.au