ART THERAPY WORKSHOP(Sep 7...)

• Updated 24 Jul 2025, 02:48pm

Are you a new migrant from Hong Kong, aged 18 to 35, who has arrived in Australia within five years? Navigating between cultures, facing stress and change, Would you like to tell your story... click here to open this file.

Art Therapy Workshops

• Updated 24 Apr 2025, 05:39pm

Through different forms of creative expression to reveal the unconscious side, to connect with our inner world and learn to take care of our feelings and emotions ... click here to open this file.

Brain Health & Dementia(April 28...)

• Updated 24 Mar 2025, 05:01pm

Speakers: MS. Emily Barr & Christina Kominakis(Dementia specialist) ... click here to open this file.

Joyful Seniors Group

• Updated 17 Mar 2025, 05:56pm

2025 (March-June) ... click here to open this file.

Seminar: Brain Health and Dementia

• Updated 14 Mar 2025, 05:06pm

Speakers: MS. Emily Barr & Christina Kominakis(Dementia specialist) ... click here to open this file.

Activities Calendar (Nov to Dec 2024)

• Updated 31 Oct 2024, 02:39pm

Most FREE: Art Therapy workshop - Understand Anxiety ... click here to open this file.

Activities Calendar (Nov to Dec 2024)

• Updated 31 Oct 2024, 02:39pm

Most FREE: Art Therapy workshop - Understand Anxiety ... click here to open this file.

THE STORY OF MY LIFE

• Updated 24 Jun 2024, 04:52pm

Tentative Dates: 16/7, 23/7, 30/7, 06/8 ... click here to open this file.

PUPPETRY SHOW (July 2024)

• Updated 24 Jun 2024, 04:48pm

Group A - Age: 6 to 8, Group B - Age: 9 to 12 ... click here to open this file.

International Students' Pitstop

• Updated 24 Jun 2024, 04:39pm

We are here. You are not alone ... click here to open this file.

THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE IN THE DIGITAL AGE:

• Updated 24 Nov 2023, 04:48pm

TECHNOLOGICAL RESPECT IN INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS ... click here to open this file.

International Students' Pitstop

• Updated 24 Nov 2023, 04:43pm

We are here. You are not alone ... click here to open this file.

PUPPET SHOW (July 2023)

• Updated 26 Jun 2023, 09:26am

Group A - Age: 6 to 8, Group B - Age: 9 to 12 ... click here to open this file.

July to September 2023 - Activities Calendar

• Updated 26 Jun 2023, 09:25am

including "Online Mind Gym," "Mental Health First Aid Course," "Mindful Touch," and "International Students' Pitstop." ... click here to open this file.

International Student's Pitstop

• Updated 13 Apr 2023, 11:33am

We are here. You are not alone ... click here to open this file.

Our Puppet Crew is recruiting new volunteers

• Updated 23 Mar 2023, 02:50pm

What volunteer experience you will gain: write scripts, puppetry skills ... click here to open this file.

Mindful Touch

• Updated 23 Oct 2023, 02:42pm

Mindfulness is an innate capacity that when cultivated, can awaken us ... click here to open this file.

School Holiday Program “Puppet Show”

• Updated 23 Oct 2023, 02:38pm

Make Friends with Emotions ... click here to open this file.

Quest speaker：

• Updated 15 Nov 2022, 12:46pm

What should you know about the 4th dose of COVID Booster & Oral treatments? ... click here to open this file.

Community Session: Wills

• Updated 20 Oct 2022, 09:55am

What is a will? How to prepare a valid will ... click here to open this file.

Ladies’ Café

• Updated 20 Oct 2022, 09:50am

It's a safe, stress-free online learning and social platform ... click here to open this file.

School holiday program Puppet show(Sept 2022)

• Updated 14 Sep 2022, 12:13am

Through puppet show, games, thinking & sharing children will learn the importance of respecting each other ... click here to open this file.

Ladies’ Café

• Updated 02 Sep 2021, 11:28am

It's a safe, stress-free online social gathering platform ... click here to open this file.

GENDER EQUALITY WORKSHOP

• Updated 28 Jul 2021, 4:18pm

Gender equality has been a universal value embedded ... click here to open this file.

Online Children Puppet Show - April 2021

• Updated 12 Mar 2021, 3:41pm

Respecting Self and Others - Day 1: Sibling rivalry ... click here to open this file.

Empowering CALD Communities

• Updated 12 Mar 2021, 3:13pm

A free online community forum in plain English ... click here to open this file.

Online Children Puppet Show - Respecting Self and Others

• Updated 08 Dec 2020, 11:32am

Sibling rivalry; Social media etiquette ... click here to open this file.

Love Myself & Others: Online Puppet Show

• Updated 26 Aug 2020, 3:08pm

Our first online puppet theater with brand new content, teaching children about expressing negative emotions ... click here to open this file.

Mindful Touch: Self-Compassion

• Updated 26 Aug 2020, 3:01pm

Learn about the concept of mindfulness; observe and connect with our feeling and thoughts ... click here to open this file.

Relax Cafe - Ladies High Tea

• Updated 05 Aug 2020, 11:15am

It’s a safe, stress-free online social gathering platform for Chinese women to connect with others and support ... click here to open this file.

You are not alone

• Updated 21 Apr 2020, 4:46pm

The world is experiencing the impact of the COVID- 19 which is not only threatening people’s life and health ... click here to open this file.

SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS(Updated)

• Updated 20 Apr 2020, 4:52pm

Under the crisis of COVID -19, Centre for Holistic Health is providing the following free support and service ... click here to open this file.

Support Our Students

• Updated 20 Feb 2020, 4:57pm

Under the crisis of COVID-19, CHH is providing free supports for Victoria’s students who stranded in China ... click here to open this file.

Family in Harmony

• Updated 16 Jan 2020, 4:02pm

Improve competency to deal with family conflict, relationship and crisis ... click here to open this file.

Family in Harmony

• Updated 04 Oct 2019, 4:54pm

This project is funded by Department of Social Services ... click here to open this file.

Love Each Others - School Holiday Program (Oct)

• Updated 25 Sep 2019, 04:49pm

Emotion Management & Respectful Relationship ... click here to open this file.

Love Myself and Others - School Holiday Program (Sep-Oct)

• Updated 26 Aug 2019, 4:16pm

Studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of mindfulness ... click here to open this file.

Mental Health First Aid for Older People

• Updated 23 Aug 2019, 11:29am

Skills to support older people encountering mental health issue or crisis ... click here to open this file.

Journey of Mindfulness - Season II

• Updated 31 Jul 2019, 12:18pm

Studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of mindfulness ... click here to open this file.

Carer Zone

• Updated 26 Jul 2019, 4:49pm

Taking care of yourself while caring others ... click here to open this file.

Journey of Mindfulness

• Updated 05 Jul 2019, 11:12am

Practice to create peace of mind and be with difficult thoughts ... click here to open this file.

School Holiday Program (July) – Free Parental Talk

• Updated 03 Jul 2019, 4:10pm

Managing family conflict an community resources ... click here to open this file.

Love Myself and Others - School Holiday Program (July)

• Updated 20 Jun 2019, 12:21am

Managing family conflict and community resources ... click here to open this file.

CONFERENCE ON MENTAL WELLBEING OF CHINESE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

• Updated 19 Jun 2019, 3:14pm

How they survive and cope in Australia ... click here to open this file.

Bereavement, Grief, Loss

• Updated 04 Apr 2019, 11:18am

Understanding the journey of Bereavement ... click here to open this file.

Emotion Management Workshop

• Updated 03 Apr 2019, 2:16pm

Get away from thought traps ... click here to open this file.

Overcome Panic and Anxiety

• Updated 05 Dec 2018, 10:06am

Learn to see things from a different ... click here to open this file.

Health First Aid Certificate course

• Updated 04 Dec 2018, 3:12pm

That is a 12-HRS certificate course to ... click here to open this file.

Safety Tips For Women

• Updated 03 Dec 2018, 4:50pm

Relationship Enrichment Workshop, Conflict ... click here to open this file.

Family in Harmony

• Updated 03 Apr 2018, 4:59pm

Build a stronger and harmonious family ... click here to open this file.

Emotions Mastering Group

• Updated 26 Jan 2018, 10:58am

Understand the actual cause of emotions and ... click here to open this file.

Journey of Mindfulness

• Updated 25 Jan 2018, 11:46am

Studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of mindfulness in improving anxiety ... click here to open this file.

Mental Health First Aid III

• Updated 24 Jan 2018, 3:32pm

We will equip you with the knowledge of common mental disorders & certain therapies ... click here to open this file.

Mental Health First Aid Course II

• Updated 22 Sep 2017, 4:54pm

We will equip you with the knowledge of mental health crisis ... click here to open this file.

Mental Health First Aid Course

• Updated 14 Sep 2017, 6:56pm

We will equip you with the knowledge of Common mental disorders ... click here to open this file.

BE NICE TO YOUR MIND

• Updated 31 Jul 2017, 6:13pm

This is a Victoria State Government funded program organized by ... click here to open this file.

Emotional Management Course (FREE)

• Updated 04 May 2017, 4:13pm

To live joyfully without pain ... click here to open this file.

Anger Management Workshop (2017 - Season 1)

• Updated 03 Mar 2017, 12:46pm

Understand the causation of anger and its impacts click here to open this file.

Say Goodbye to Anxiety and Depression (2017 - Season 1)

• Updated 02 Mar 2017, 03:23pm

To help participants to improve their negative emotion click here to open this file.

Emotion Management Workshop - Elementary (2017 - Season 1)

• Updated 01 Mar 2017, 11:16am

Understand your thinking pattern and its impact click here to open this file.

Marital Rock 'n' Roll (2017 - Season 1)

• Updated 28 Feb 2017, 4:52pm

Understand and recognise each other thoughts, rules and expectations click here to open this file.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - One Year Training for Professionals (season 2)

• Updated 15 Sep 2016, 12:25pm

Provide in-depth and practical training in CBT click here to open this file.

Chronic Pain - Fight or Flight (Monash)

• Updated 14 Sep 2016, 17:55pm

This project is funded by City of Monash Council click here to open this file.

Chronic Pain - Fight or Flight (Manningham)

• Updated 14 Sep 2016, 16:45pm

This project is funded by City of Manningham Council click here to open this file.

Marital Rock 'n' Roll (season 2)

• Updated 07 Sep 2016, 15:05pm

Understand and recognise each other thoughts, rules and expectations click here to open this file.

Say Goodbye to Anxiety and Depression (season 2)

• Updated 07 Sep 2016, 15:02pm

Through interactive activities, participants will acquire click here to open this file.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - One Year Training for Professionals

• Updated 25 Jul 2016, 17:56pm

Provide in-depth and practical training in CBT... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Chronic Illness Health Workshops

• Updated 05 Jul 2016, 9:03am

Difference between occupational & Physiotherapy... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Anger Management Workshop

• Updated 23 Jun 2016, 11:15am

Skills to manage anger emotion... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Say Goodbye to Anxiety and Depression

• Updated 13 May 2016, 12:03am

Through interactive activities, participants will acquire... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - One Year Training

• Updated 21 Apr 2016, 14:18pm

This package will provide in-depth and practical training in cognitive-behaviour... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Emotion Management Workshop - Elementary

• Updated 20 Apr 2016, 10:48am

Understand your thinking pattern and its impact... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Emotion Management 2

• Updated 19 Apr 2016, 11:20am

How to deal with dysfunctional thoughts & beliefs... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Marital Rock 'n' Roll

• Updated 18 Apr 2016, 14:20pm

Understand and recognise each other thoughts, rules and expectations... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Dancing with Chronic Illness & Pain

• Updated 15 Apr 2016, 15:35pm

This couple & family workshop aims to improve the relationships... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Emotion Management

• Updated 02 Mar 2016, 16:56pm

This workshop is for people with chronic sickness or family members... . For details, please click here to open this file.

CARERS ZONE - Caring for yourself while Caring for others

• Updated 18 Jan 2016, 15:46pm

Carers Zone is a place for Chinese-speaking carers to meet up... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Emotion Management Workshop - Advance

• Updated 16 Nov 2015, 17:33pm

Ways to modify dysfunctional rules... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Carers Zone meeting in Nov & Dec

• Updated 20 Oct 2015, 14:46am

Carers Zone is a place for Chinese-speaking... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Carer's get-together

• Updated 29 Sep 2015, 15:50am

Caring for yourself while Caring for others... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Emotion Management Workshop - intermediate

• Updated 16 Jun 2015, 11:55am

Further identify my negative thinking and reaction pattern... . For details, please click here to open this file.

HealthCare Workshop - Stretching spine, joint and muscle

• Updated 29 May 2015, 3:02pm

Stretching neck and upper back... . For details, please click here to open this file.

HealthCare Series - Spine, Arthritis and Muscle pain

• Updated 29 May 2015, 2:57pm

Neck and upper back pain... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Cognitive Behavior Therapy - One Year Training for Professionals

• Updated 29 May 2015, 2:52pm

This package will provide in-depth and practical training in cognitive-behaviour therapy for professionals who are engaged in providing counselling for Chinese clients with psychological issues... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Spine and Arthritis Care for Aged Care Workers

• Updated 29 May 2015, 2:43pm

Common spine and arthritis issues of people caring for frail elderly and people with mobility problem... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Chronic Disease and Diet

• Updated 29 May 2015, 2:16pm

Take action towards better health... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Emotion Management Workshop

• Updated 22 Apr 2015, 11:55am

How to apply and practise the skills in daily life... . For details, please click here to open this file.

Newsletter 11 Mar 2015

• Updated 11 Mar 2015, 10:30am

Welcome to our March 2015 newsletter! For details, please click here to open this file.

Youth Mental Health Report Released

• Updated 5 Mar 2015, 11:00am

One in five young Australians are likely to be experiencing mental illness, and less than 40% are comfortable seeking professional help, according to a new report released by Mission Australia and the Black Dog Institute.

The Youth Mental Health Report found the rate of mental illness among young Australians aged 15-19 was much higher among females and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, while young people with a disability were also overrepresented.

CHH CEO Daniel Wong said the findings highlight the increasing vulnerability of Australian youth, and the need for greater supports to help them on their journey into adulthood.

Read the key findings and recommendations from the Youth Mental Health Report

Mentally healthy workplaces

• Updated 27 Feb 2015, 15:30pm

The National Mental Health Commission has today launched a landmark Alliance to help create Australian workplaces that are mentally healthy.

The Youth Mental Health Report found the rate of mental illness among young Australians aged 15-19 was much higher among females and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, while young people with a disability were also overrepresented.

The Mentally Healthy Workplace Alliance is a collaborative partnership between business, the mental health sector and government. The Alliance is providing the business sector with practical guidance about mental health designed to drive sustainable changes in business culture and practices. It is also developing an evidence-based business case for promoting mentally healthy workplaces.

Founding members of the Alliance include the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Australian Psychological Society, beyondblue, the Black Dog Institute, the Business Council of Australia, Comcare, the Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia, the Mental Health Council of Australia, Safe Work Australia, SANE Australia and the University of New South Wales.

Prof. Allan Fels, Chair of the National Mental Health Commission says the Alliance wants all Australian workplaces to be taking active steps to create mentally healthy workplaces, and fully realise the benefits to individuals, businesses and the community.

“Mental illness costs the Australian economy over $20 billion a year, while recent research from SANE Australia highlights that the majority of people feel unsupported when mentally unwell, and less than half of managers (43 per cent) have an understanding of mental illness.

“With almost half of Australians likely to experience a mental illness in their lifetime, the importance of having mentally healthy workplaces cannot be overstated.

“Mentally healthy workplaces prevent harm to the mental health of their people, make sure people who experience mental health difficulties are supported, and have positive cultures that are conducive to mental wellbeing.

“Businesses that invest in mental health are also more productive, innovative and likely to recruit and retain the best and brightest people. That’s why the work of the Alliance, and support from the business community is so important.”
Jennifer Westacott, Chair of the Mental Health Council of Australia, and Chief Executive of the Business Council of Australia says: “Apart from what good health means to individuals, having a healthy workforce is fundamental to the success of any business, large or small. Creating mentally healthy workplaces is an integral part of operating a productive and high performing business. It should not be seen as something additional for businesses to do.”

“Many businesses have already incorporated good practices regarding mental health and wellbeing into their operations, and a key part of the Alliance’s work is learning from and promoting these approaches so that other organisations can implement strategies relevant to them, and their workplace culture,” Prof. Fels continued.

Can we talk...about mental illness and suicide?

• Updated 9 Feb 2015, 11:45am

Research released by the National Mental Health Commission has found that Australians feel they lack the most basic knowledge of mental illness, and that many ‘don’t know a single sign to look out for’.

The report, titled ‘Can we talk… about mental health and suicide’, is based on informal group discussions around Australia which set out to recreate the conversations Australians are having about mental health and suicide at home, at work and with their friends.

National Mental Health Commissioner Janet Meagher says the study reinforces that while we have stories to tell, we are still struggling to make sense of mental illness and suicide.

"Around one in three Australians will experience a mental health difficulty at some stage in their lives, and when alcohol and drug-use disorders are included, this rises to close to one in two. However, we know that less than half of those Australians who experienced symptoms of mental illness in the past year actually consulted a health service.

"This study highlights that the stigma associated with accessing the mental health system is still one of the biggest barriers to treatment. We need to do better as a society to support people who need help. We can start by making mental health services a much higher priority for governments, and in the community," she said.

No single culture deals with mental illness and suicide well, according to the people who participated in the study. However, Australian culture is singled out for criticism for discouraging open and forthright communication and for a loss of community connectedness. Respondents of both sexes also agreed that there is a gender divide when it comes to talking about and seeking treatment for mental health difficulties (that is, men are less likely to talk about their problems or to seek help).

According to the study, suicide provokes strong, sometimes contradictory, emotions and reactions – and judgmental phrases permeate the language of many Australians. The research also found that whether someone is forgiving or judgmental in their outlook seems to turn on the degree to which they hold the individual, or their family, responsible for their condition (i.e. as a result of their genetic tree, mistreatment or neglect; or whether they contributed to its onset through their own folly due to drugs or other risky behaviour).

"We need to talk more about mental illness and suicide, and treat it as we would any other illness – as something that can affect anyone at any time. We need to make it okay for people to ask for help, and make it easier for people to talk to friends, family members or colleagues about how they are feeling," Commissioner Jackie Crowe said.

A number of participants in the study said they felt that Australia is in the midst of an epidemic of mental illness and suicide, while highlighting that if a health issue isn’t in the media, it can feel as if it doesn’t exist.

"This research was commissioned to provide insight into how we perceive and deal with mental health issues. Hopefully it can contribute to a more informed discussion on mental health difficulties and suicide prevention, that helps make these issues a priority for all Australians," Commissioner Crowe said.

Read the report : Can we talk...about mental illness and suicide? (PDF 712Kb)

Scoping study

• Updated 29 Jan 2015, 16:25pm

ACSQHC/NMHC Scoping Study on National Standards in Mental Health Services

The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care, in collaboration with the Commission, is conducting a scoping study on the implementation of National Standards in Mental Health Services, including the National Standards for Mental Health Services (2010) and the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (2012).

As part of the study, the Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care is conducting an online survey. They are keen to hear from people working in all roles in the Mental Health Sector who have been involved with the implementation of these standards.

We’d appreciate your assistance in completing the survey, particularly if you are someone with a lived experience of mental illness or a family member, friend or support person.

"This study highlights that the stigma associated with accessing the mental health system is still one of the biggest barriers to treatment. We need to do better as a society to support people who need help. We can start by making mental health services a much higher priority for governments, and in the community," she said.

Further details about the project and survey are available to download.
Scoping study PDF 40.9Kb

Complete the survey here.

All information collected will be confidential. No reported data will be attributed to any individual or organisation. The survey takes around 20 minutes to complete.

If you have any questions about the survey or the broader study, please contact Ada Poon on (61) 2 0438 338 or email: admin@chh.org.au

Join the conversation

• Updated 13 Jan 2015, 17:15pm

From Friday 27 February to Thursday 5 March, we are encouraging people to meet in homes, workplaces, cafés, parks and public spaces around Australia to have ‘Contributing Life Conversations’.

These conversations are about sharing what ‘A Contributing Life’ means to you and those close to you, and discussing what gives each of our lives meaning and purpose. They are based on four simple questions, designed to take less than an hour.

This initiative is part of the National Mental Health Commission’s National Contributing Life Project, and will help build a rounded picture of people’s lives and experiences. The Commission will use this and other information to help drive meaningful improvement for the mental health and wellbeing of all Australians. It will also inform the 2014 Report Card on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention to be released in November 2014.

Ultimately, this is about ensuring the voices of people are at the front and centre of mental health reform.

Hosting a Contributing Life Conversation is your chance to be part of this important national conversation on mental health and wellbeing, and anyone can get involved.

Visit www.chh.org.au/en/involved to register or find out more.

Call for National Mental Health Leaders

• Updated 2 Jan 2015, 10:55am

National Mental Health Commission seeking mental health leaders

The National Mental Health Commission is seeking nominations of Australians with lived experience of mental health issues, either as a person living with mental illness or as a primary family member other significant support person, to work with and contribute to the Commission’s mission.

In partnership with the Mental Health Council of Australia and with the support of the National Mental Health Consumer and Carer Forum, the Commission wishes to support further development of existing leaders and advocates and find the next generation of national leaders.

National Mental Health Commission Chair Prof. Allan Fels says this initiative is important because it will help ensure that people have a voice and remain at the centre of decision-making about all the policies and services that impact on them.

“Nominees can be seasoned advocates wanting to take the next step, or those who have not been involved formally, but now want to make a contribution.

“We also want to support new voices, representative of a broad range of experiences to be heard and contribute to mental health reform in Australia,” Prof. Fels says.

Around 10 successful nominees will have the opportunity to participate in an individual mentoring and leadership development program and contribute to the National Mental Health Commission’s work. This may include co-chairing or membership of advisory groups to the Commission.

“This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to helping all Australians achieve the best possible mental health and wellbeing. I encourage anyone interested to visit the Commission website and find out more.

“Because it will be all of us, working together and sharing insights and experiences that will truly make a difference,” Prof. Fels says.

Find out more and download a nomination kit here.