Across sectors

The Queensland Transcultural MHPN is an exciting and dynamic network that brings together multidisciplinary clinicians and practitioners from all sectors, dedicated to improving mental health for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In doing so, we consult widely with practitioners and community across these sectors to ensure professional development needs are represented accordingly and accurately in each of our meetings. Our quarterly meetings offer a vibrant safe space for professional development through guest presentations, case studies, panel discussions, and collaborative learning amongst mental health practitioners with expertise or interest in transcultural mental health space across the sectors. All events end with opportunities for networking, meaningful connections to inspire ongoing conversations. Join us to be part of a transformative community focused network on making a real difference in mental health care for CALD populations!

Port Hedland network connects mental health workers with lived and living experience to share knowledge, build relationships, and strengthen the workforce. This network exists to strengthen the capacity, confidence, and connection of peers working across mental health, trauma recovery, and lived experience spaces. Our purpose is to create a dynamic, supportive community where knowledge is shared freely, experience is valued deeply, and opportunities are co-created.

We aim to:

• Support each other through regular connection
• Share tools, insights, and resources
• Create clear referral and collaboration pathways
• Develop accessible training and learning opportunities

The network is open to all in the field — new or experienced, across roles and sectors. All are warmly welcome. It's a space to stay connected, grow professionally, and strengthen the visibility and impact of lived experience in mental health work.

This network brings together mental health practitioners and mental health students located in Central Melbourne, who are interested in mental health and psychosocial support. The network is open to all practitioners across a range of sectors. The focus is to come together, share information and learn in a collaborative environment. Network meetings are held quarterly, in the Melbourne Central Business District.

This emerging network seeks to establish a collaborative bridge between the arts and mental health sectors. We bring together mental health professionals to expand our connections and highlight the significant role of evidence-based art interventions in mental health care, including expressive and creative practices. Our platform facilitates skill-sharing, training, and collective growth while advocating for the recognition and accessibility of art in mental health care within the Coffs Harbour communities. We will investigate evidence-based arts-based interventions across various disciplines, including visual arts, movement, dance, drama, play, and music therapy and its interdisciplinary integration. Our goal is to foster connections and share insights through presentations, case discussions, and peer support. In-person meetings will be held quarterly, providing a trauma-informed, person-centred, and inclusive environment for all mental health professionals, regardless of their backgrounds.

Join a dynamic and supportive national community of mental health professionals dedicated to enhancing the treatment of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder through Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). This Community of Practice fosters collaboration across disciplines, providing clinicians, researchers, and students with opportunities to exchange insights, strengthen clinical skills, and remain informed about evidence-based practice. 

Whether you're new to CPT and curious about its application, recently trained and seeking support, or an experienced practitioner looking to deepen your expertise, the community offers valuable opportunities for professional development and connection.

 **All new members are encouraged to please complete the planning survey available in the network resources section.**

Aims of this Network

• Enhance Clinical Competence

Support mental health professionals in developing and refining their skills in delivering Cognitive Processing Therapy through peer learning and access to best-practice resources.

• Promote Evidence-Based Practice

Foster the consistent use and understanding of the CPT protocol in clinical settings by sharing current research, treatment innovations, and implementation strategies.

• Facilitate Collaboration and Peer Support

Create a collegial environment where practitioners can consult, share experiences, and problem-solve challenges in CPT delivery.

• Advance Knowledge Translation

Bridge the gap between research and practice by sharing findings from recent research, including knowledge to action, dissemination and implementation science.

• Encourage Inclusive and Culturally Responsive Practice

Promote the use of CPT with diverse populations and settings, that respects cultural, social, and individual differences.

• Support Professional Development

Offer opportunities for continuing education, training and accreditation pathways, and leadership development in CPT specific skills.

• Improve Client Outcomes

Ultimately, enhance the quality of care and recovery outcomes for individuals living with PTSD through excellence in CPT delivery.

 

Operations of the Network

1. A national network for experienced and early career clinicians, researchers and students
2. Quarterly online meetings (at a minimum)
3. Occasional in-person meetings at Coordinator’s discretion
4. Invited guest speaker/panel opportunities
5. Peer contributions shared and welcomed 
6. Attendance at a majority of meetings preferred
7. Annual review of the group and its function

 Logistics 

• Network will meet online the first Wednesday of the second month of each quarter from 6-7.30pm

 

Network Coordinators: Dr Marja Elizabeth & Ms Kirsten Yates 

Marja and Kirsten are clinical psychologists and qualified CPT therapists, trainers and consultants who have provided treatment using this modality across a wide range of presentations and service sectors. Having witnessed the beneficial and functional impact of successful CPT treatment, they are passionate about increasing awareness and sharing knowledge of its benefits for clients.