The Village Northern Beaches

Welcome to
The Village Northern Beaches

Linking parents, carers, educators, professionals, youth services
and resources in our local area.

Resources Service Providers

Welcome to
The Village Northern Beaches

Believing in the power of relationship to transform lives in crisis.

Resources Service Providers

Welcome to
The Village Northern Beaches

It takes a village to raise a child.

Resources Service Providers

If you are working or living with someone aged 12 – 25 we are here
to support you.

See Resources for information, articles, support groups, podcasts and much more.

See Service Providers for listed local services providing assistance to young people and their families.

The Village Northern Beaches is continually evolving. Please get in touch with us if you would like to share information on this hub and be part of the solution for your community.

It takes a village and we appreciate your input.

About Us

Kindness

In The Village kindness is at the heart of everything we do and stand for.

Support

Supporting someone can be as simple as listening without judgement.

Leaning In

Our community does not shy away from difficult conversations. We gently lean in and support.

Reaching Out

The Village community will be a safe place for people to reach out to and through when in need.

Latest Resources

Podcast: Happy Families on School Can’t

Dr Justin Coulson interviews a mother whose child is struggling with school attendance.

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Podcast: Parental As Anything with Bec Sparrow

Topics such as body dysmorphia, anxiety, sex, relationships, gaming, alcohol etc

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ADHD and Driving

Information and safety tips for teens learning to drive with ADHD.

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Right By You

A mental health resource for friends of young people at risk. We offer practical resources and key information about what to do when a friend may be expressing thoughts of suicide.

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Responding to Pornography Exposure: Michelle Mitchell Blog

Responding to Pornography Exposure: A Guide for Concerned Parents

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What To Say if Your Child is Self-harming: Michelle Mitchell Blog

What To Say if Your Child is Self-Harming: A Guide To the Initial Discussion

More level-headed and considered advice from “teenage expert” Michelle Mitchell.

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Villager Stories

A Story of Hope
02 July 2022

Hi. I’m the mum of a gorgeous 39-year-old man. I’m also a retired schoolie and have been a classroom teacher of mainstream…

Anorexia – A Dad’s Story
27 July 2022

Tyler has always been a natural at sport but never really had that typical sporty demeanour. He is quiet, shy and not…

Don’t Lose the Joy!
14 November 2022

It’s easy for entire families to fall in the hole with the one person who is struggling at the time. We need…

High School Isn’t Working
14 March 2023

A mother’s story of school can’t. Navigating the journey when high school isn’t working for your child… This year my daughter could…

Support
18 November 2022

I’m a member of a Facebook support group for the caregivers like me, whose child lives with my son’s specific mental health…

The First Steps
29 May 2022

A year or so into our journey, one wet Saturday morning, my son and I sat in the waiting room of his…

The Village Northern Beaches recognises the traditional owners of this land and elders past, present and emerging.
We recognise Aboriginal people as the original custodians of the Northern Beaches and that
The Village is located on Gayamaygal and Garigal country.

“Always was, always will be”

The Village champions diversity and inclusivity. All Villagers regardless of sexuality, gender, faith, ethnicity and variations of ability are welcome to this safe space.

For immediate medical or mental health crisis support please…

Call 000 or Lifeline on 13 11 14

The Village is unable to provide crisis intervention or individual therapeutic support at this time.

Welcome to
The Village Northern Beaches

Welcome to
The Village Northern Beaches

Welcome to
The Village Northern Beaches