MHPN’s interactive webinars feature case-based discussions and Q&A sessions led by top experts, modeling multidisciplinary practice and collaborative care.
Mental Health in Practice is a podcast for health professionals working across the mental health system, featuring conversations grounded in real-world experience. Each episode brings together perspectives from clinical practice, research, and sector expertise to explore contemporary mental health care.
Mental Health in Practice is a podcast for health professionals working across the mental health system, featuring conversations grounded in real-world experience. Each episode brings together perspectives from clinical practice, research, and sector expertise to explore contemporary mental health care.
MHPN’s interactive webinars feature case-based discussions and Q&A sessions led by top experts, modeling multidisciplinary practice and collaborative care.
Meet up with other clinical workers over dinner and have an opportunity after to split up in pairs to provide peer supervision.Welcome Jeremy Shields as Co-Coordinator (effective in March 2025)!Jeremy is a clinical psychologist working in private practice in Armidale, where he specialises in trauma-focused therapy. After moving here from Melbourne in mid-2023, he joined the local MHPN group straight away, and it’s been an invaluable way to connect with colleagues, share knowledge, and feel part of a professional community. The group has helped him settle into his work here, and he never feels like he's practicing in isolation, despite running his own practice.Taking on the coordinator role is his way of giving back to a network that has been so welcoming and beneficial. He is looking forward to continuing the great work of the group—supporting each other, learning together, and fostering a strong local mental health community.Save the DatesPlease mark your calendar with the meeting dates and topics for 2026 (all Thursdays at 6pm AEST).06 August 2026 Supporting victims of coercive control (group discussion) — Deborah Banks17 September 2026 Practitioner self-care (experiential session) — Sarah Yassine and Vanessa De Sauty29 October 2026 Updated ADHD guidelines and assessment implications — Sarah Sheratt10 December 2026 Christmas party — Santa
The Lived and Living Experience (LLE) practitioners’ network is an Australia wide, online network, open to anyone using Lived and Living Experience in their work. This network aims to enhance knowledge, connections and networks for people working in the Lived/Living Experience space.Activities will be driven by members input, aiming to meet the needs and interests of the network members. This network is suitable for anyone working in the Lived Experience space, as well as anyone wanting to further their skills, knowledge and/or connections in this space including, but not limited to: Lived Experience consultants and trainers, Lived Experience supervisors and coaches, peer workers, health and medical practitioners, academics, researchers, and others as relevant.Network activities may include: Informal networking opportunities, Presentations from services and individuals, Professional development opportunities such as Intentional Sharing of Lived and Living Experience workshops.The network is underpinned by the Values and Principles of the LLE movement, including equality, mutuality, human rights/social justice, trauma informed, recovery focused and person centred. Upcoming meetings:Tuesday 25th August at 4-5:30pm - Networking & Co-Planning Session Thursday 24th September 4-5:30pm - Moral Injury, Burnout and Self Care, with special Guest Liz Asser.Tuesday 27th October 4-5:30pm Supporting & Embedding LLE roles into the workforceThursday 26th November 4pm -5:30pm - TBC.
We are a network for practising clinicians and health professionals in Inner Melbourne, aiming to increase support, collegiately, information and networking amongst other practitioners. Geared towards solo and private practitioners (whether established or emerging), we welcome all mental health professionals to join us for bi-monthly meetings. Meetings will cover a variety topics including guest speakers on relevant clinical issues and presentations, self-care, business development, and an opportunity to network, debrief, and even try out new therapeutic skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. We aim to meet on the 2nd Saturday every 2nd month from 10-12 rotating between Fitzroy/Carlton, Richmond and Prahran/South Yarra.
The Riverland Mental Health Professionals’ Network brings together mental health professionals from the Riverland region of South Australia (our area will encompass - Riverland locations including Berri, Renmark, Barmera, Loxton, and Waikerie) to connect, share insights, and collaborate in a safe and supportive environment.Our bi-monthly meetings feature a mix of guest speakers, resource sharing, and case-based discussions, all focused on promoting timely, effective, and multidisciplinary care for Riverland communities.The network is hybrid, offering both in-person and online participation to make engagement easy and accessible for everyone.Join the network to be added to the mailing list and receive invitations to future meetings. **All new members are encouraged to please complete the Express of Interest (EOI) Form**Objectives of Network:Create networking opportunities to reduce isolation among practitionersProvide the time and space to support bi-monthly self-care gatheringsOperations of the Network:Bi-monthly online meetings with occasional in-person meetings at Coordinator’s discretionInvited guest speaker/panel opportunitiesPeer contributions shared and welcomed Attendance at a majority of meetings preferredAnnual review of the group and its functionSave the Dates:Please mark your calendar with the 2026 meeting dates:Tuesday 3 February 2026 (F2F) | Stronger Together: Connecting Minds in the Riverland – Inaugural SessionTuesday 7 April 2026 (Online) | Safety Planning and IAR-DST Assessments: A Journal Review and Group DiscussionTuesday 2 June 2026 (F2F)Tuesday 4 August 2026 (F2F)Tuesday 20 October 2026 (Online) | Report back from 50th International Mental Health Nursing Conference Tuesday 1 December 2026 (F2F)Network Coordinators: Carol-Ann Stanborough & Melanie GilgenCarol-Ann and Melanie are Mental Health Nurses with a genuine passion for building meaningful connections and championing multidisciplinary collaboration to strengthen mental health care.Carol-Ann Stanborough (Lecturer Rural and Remote Mental Health | Mental Health Academic- teaching and research, Flinders University Dept of Rural Health -Renmark SA)Carol-Ann is Registered Nurse/ midwife / mental health nurse with 30+ years of living & working in rural and remote areas. Experienced manager, leader, clinical educator and mental health nurse. Her vision is to impart practical mental health knowledge to university staff, students, industry workforce, and local communities through creation and delivery of accessible mental health education and training. Her current research includes the collaboration with UniSA & Australian Teletrials evaluating the 'Hearing Voices that are Distressing' simulation workshops re the impact of having a co-facilitator with lived experience, and how this changes practice of health and social care workers.Melanie Gilgen (Portfolio Coordinator and Mental Health Clinician, FocusOne Health Berri, SA)Melanie is Registered Nurse, Midwife and Credentialed Mental Health Nurse with experience across metropolitan, rural and remote communities, acute care, general practice and NGOs. Her vision to create a connected network that supports and nurtures mental health clinicians from students through to experienced clinicians and beyond to feel included, heard and valued in their work, listens to and understands their challenges and provides peer support and guidance.
The North West Queensland Mental Health Professionals' Network (NWQMHPN) aspires to support stakeholder wellbeing through shared resources, collaboration, and mutual support to build community capacity and resilience. Our objectives include: Promote the NWQMHPNCreate networking opportunities Provide monthly NWQMHPN Professional Development opportunitiesProvide the time & space to support bi-monthly self-care gatherings Develop frontline responders focus plan Survey stakeholder needs & wants Establish yearly Mental Health & Wellbeing Expo Gather & store historical network documentsPlease mark your calendar with the FY26–27 monthly meeting dates. Meetings are held in person at the Mount Isa City Library from 10am-12pm AEST.
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MHPN’s Network team is dedicated to supporting our volunteer Network Coordinators. Each Coordinator will work closely with their designated MHPN Project Officer to support the network and arrange meetings.
The Network Coordinator role is a volunteer position. This means that when you formally accept the role, you perform all duties on a voluntary basis and you will not receive remuneration or payment, other than reimbursement of approved expenses.
Network funding
MHPN provides networks with a modest amount of funding to pay for pre-approved costs associated with holding meetings. The amount of funding varies depending on whether the meeting is online or face-to-face, the location and the number of expected attendees.
Administrative and marketing support
The network’s designated Project Officer, in conjunction with our administration team, undertakes tasks such as:
maintaining network member details on MHPN’s database, including managing the Member Directory
sending network meeting invitations and reminders while monitoring RSVPs
providing electronic Statements of Attendance to meeting attendees after the meeting
promoting your network to attract new members.
Resources and Tools
MHPN has developed tools and resources that can help grow and develop networks. These can be found in the Coordinator Hub. We also have a dedicated meeting inspiration page to help Coordinators with ideas for their network.
Guidance
Project Officers, where needed, can also provide advice on meeting topics, guest speakers and member engagement. Additionally, MHPN send Coordinator Connect, a quarterly e-newsletter to keep you up-to-date with network news, trending meeting topics, tips about coordinating and other MHPN activities.
Coordinator Perks
MHPN offer Network Coordinators membership to an exclusive MHPN network with opportunities to meet fellow Coordinators all over Australia and access exclusive professional development and self-care events. Current Coordinators, ask your Project Officer for more information on joining!
The Mental Health Professionals’ Network (MHPN) respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri and the Boonwurrung 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. Find out more.
