We’re so happy you found us

Have you been struggling lately and don’t know who to talk to? Or had a bad experience when you reached out and tried to connect with support services? Are you searching for information on mental health support for young people?

Whatever the case, we’re happy you found us. Human Nature provides an alternative kind of counselling and mentoring opportunity for young people. We help support you when dealing with life challenges such as school issues, social anxiety, family relationships, mental health, addictions and trauma. We are here to help you improve your wellbeing, reach your full potential and support you to better cope with life.

Human Nature is different from other counselling and mentoring services. We will meet you where you feel most comfortable and relaxed. That might be in a cafe, park, or at your home. We can walk and talk, go stand up paddle boarding, bushwalking, creek exploring or swim. How about creating art or making some music? We have lots of great options for how we can share this time together. 

The aim is that each session is based on your wants and needs. We also run overnight camps and multi-day hikes with a team of therapists and outdoor leaders. You may even get to try some new things, like sailing, camping and canoeing. Our experienced team will be with you every step of the way to offer individualised therapeutic support. 

It can be scary and overwhelming to meet new people and be vulnerable in a new setting. That’s why it’s great to read some testimonials from other young people who’ve been through our programs. That way, you can see just how life-changing they really are.

The other counsellors I’ve gone with, it’s like sitting in a room and just getting questioned. But just getting out, everything just flows. It’s not forced to come here and have to talk. We can do different activities too… life’s been getting easier, my emotions have been changing.

Activ8 participant

At the prep camp on the second day we went bush-bashing to get to a beach… this was very unexpected, it instantly showed me that it was no ordinary camp, allowing us to take on responsibility, indulge in curiosity and adventure whilst being trusted in finding our own path. There was no right or wrong way! In hindsight… stepping out of the box of conventional therapy, reinventing what a client-therapist relationship looks like, it is very liberating yet challenging in its own way!

Recre8 participant

Our programs

• Recre8
• Activ8
• Elev8

How to get help if you’re struggling with your mental health

Depending on your situation and the support you need, you can contact the national phone and online services below. Always call 000 if you are in danger.

QLife – 1800 184 527 (6pm-10pm daily) LGBTI peer support and referral

‍13YARN – 13 92 76 is an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support line run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people