January edition
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In the January edition of MHPN Connect:
Browse MHPN's NEW website
Join a network to kickstart 2024
Register for our upcoming professional development webinars:
- Strategies to support work participation for clients/patients living with chronic pain
- Identifying and treating Agoraphobia
Revisit our podcast series:
- A Conversation About… Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, Climate Change and Covid 19
MHPN CEO resignation
Affiliate Associate Professor John Rasa, Chair of The Mental Health Professionals’ Network (MHPN), has announced the resignation of the inaugural Chief Executive Officer, Mr Chris Gibbs, expressing his great appreciation for Chris’ significant contributions to the organisation. Read the full announcement below.
MHPN would like to thank Chris for his fifteen years of leadership and significant contribution to the program, wishing him much joy and fulfillment in his future endeavours.
MHPN's new look!
As you may have seen, MHPN launched our new website earlier in January.
With this fresh new look, you can browse and engage with MHPN content and events with ease. You'll also notice a refreshed look across our emails and social media in 2024.
Your account details have not changed. You'll still be able to login and register for webinars and network meetings in the same way.
Check it out today!
Networks
What's on
350+ interdisciplinary mental health networks meet all over the country and undertake professional development and peer support about a range of topics, relevant to their needs. View upcoming meetings below, or find a network near you.
NATIONAL
Online Sexology and Mental Health - Sexuality and Cancer | Tuesday, 5 March
NEW SOUTH WALES
Katoomba - Transforming Justice Australia | Monday, 5 February
Bathurst - EMDR Therapy | Tuesday, 20 February
Port Macquarie - Complex case study & networking | Tuesday, 20 February
Sydney Psychosocial Rehabilitation within Insurance Schemes - Welcome back in 2024 | Thursday, 22 February
TASMANIA
[NEW network] Launceston Creative Therapies - Connecting with Creative Therapies
| Monday, 5 February
Caloundra - Clinical Applications of Polyvagal Theory in Mental Health: Understanding the Sympathetic Defense Cascade and Vagal Regulation Strategies | Monday, 5 February
Tasmanian Eating Disorders MHPN - TEDS Southern Clinic Update with Q&A | Wednesday, 14 February
Tasmanian Women's Mental Health Network - Decolonising Mental Health: lutruwita in focus | Monday, 19 February
QUEENSLAND
[NEW network] Brisbane Interactive Drawing Therapy (IDT) - A New Beginning
| Saturday, 17 February
Brisbane North Older Persons Mental Health - Regular meeting | Tuesday, 20 February
Metro South Dual Diagnosis - Medicinal Cannabis – where we are at | Monday, 26 February
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
South Australian Disability and Mental Health - Kickstart your new year practice with
creativity | Wednesday, 31 January
[NEW network] Mount Gambier - Breakfast and planning meeting | Thursday, 15 February
VICTORIA
Footscray Youth Mental Health - Being a gender and sexuality inclusive practitioner | Friday, 16 February
If these topics interest you and you live in the area, join the network via your MHPN account to get involved!
Pictured from left to right: Charleville MHPN; Logan Suicide Prevention MHPN; The Greater Brisbane Expressive Arts MHPN; Queensland Transcultural MHPN.
Leadership opportunitiesEach MHPN Network requires a practitioner to volunteer to take on the role of Network Coordinator. With administrative, financial, and strategic support provided from an MHPN Project Officer, Network Coordinators lead their Network in making decisions about the Network’s focus and individual meetings. By taking on this role, the Coordinator enables practitioners in their local area, or field of practice, to access tailored professional development and peer support that contribute to enhancing collaborative care in Australia. Interested? Find out more about how MHPN can support your professional community or help you establish a new one below. |
Join a network in 2024Thinking about joining an MHPN Network but not sure where to start? The new year is a great time to sign up to your first network! Here's how to join: 1. Create an MHPN account or sign in to your existing account. If you need assistance with the above steps or finding the right network for you, visit our FAQ page or email networks@mhpn.org.au. |
Webinars
Strategies to support work participation for clients/patients living with chronic painThursday 22 February | 7.15 - 8.30 PM (AEDT) This webinar will explore strategies for practitioners to assist clients/patients with chronic pain to participate in work that benefits their health and wellbeing. |
Identifying and treating AgoraphobiaTuesday 19 March | 7.15 - 8.30 PM (AEDT) In this webinar our interdisciplinary panel of experts will discuss how mental health professionals can identify, assess, diagnose, and evaluate treatment therapies for people experiencing agoraphobia. |
Podcasts
All MHPN podcasts in one placeMHPN's new website features a central place to access all MHPN podcasts across our two shows: MHPN Presents and Mental Health In Focus. You can search and filter by the topics most relevant to your practice, listen straight from the website or link to your preferred podcast app to listen or save for later. Browse all episodes today! |
A Conversation About… Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, Climate Change and Covid 19Revisit this four part series that discusses how, by living in harmony with nature, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are a strength and a priority in our response to the significant impacts of climate change and the Covid 19 pandemic. LISTEN TO PART 1: |
External opportunities
AAPi 2024 Conference
The Australian Association of Psychologists are thrilled to be counting down to the AAPi 2024 Conference, 20-22 March in Brisbane!
Prepare to be captivated by a stellar lineup of expert speakers and an exceptional program that has been purposefully crafted to cater to a range of diverse interests, featuring sessions and workshops including:
- Keynote by Dr Tracy Westerman AM
- Neuropsychology and neurodivergence
- Psychology across the lifespan
- Diversity in psychological practice.
Don't miss out, register today!
The Mental Health Professionals’ Network (MHPN) respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri and the
Boon Wurrung people of the Kulin nation, the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which our office is situated. We also acknowledge Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
