We Made it to Here

In this episode Jess shares her story about anxiety and depression and what her recovery journey has looked like over time. This episode includes discussion of topics of anxiety and depression. Discussion of these topics may bring up strong emotions, thoughts or memories for some listeners. If this is the case for you, you may want to have someone listen with you, or talk afterwards with a family member, friend, support person or your GP. See recommended support services below.If you nee...

In this episode Reece shares about experiencing anxiety and depression and accessing support with the help of his Mum, Michelle. This episode shares some of Reece’s recovery journey and his experience with mental health, and includes discussion of topics of depression, anxiety and suicide ideation. Discussion of these topics may bring up strong emotions, thoughts or memories for some listeners. If this is the case for you, you may want to have someone listen with you, or talk afterwards ...

In this episode Jake shares their story of coming out as transgender and going through a gender transition with the support of their Mum, Helen.This episode shares some of Jake’s recovery journey and their experience with mental health, and includes discussion of topics of gender dysphoria and transition. Discussion of these topics may bring up strong emotions, thoughts or memories for some listeners. If this is the case for you, you may want to have someone listen with you, or talk afterward...

Tahlia and her mother Kel share how they have navigated Tahlia's mental health journey together. You'll hear how they've built connection over the years and gain insights to help any carer supporting a young person through a tough time. This episode includes discussion of topics of bullying, self-harm and depression. Discussion of these topics may bring up strong emotions, thoughts or memories for some listeners. If this is the case for you, you may want to have someone listen with you, ...

Ayden was someone who had always felt cheerful and positive, until unexpectedly experiencing depression and anxiety. Here's his story about when things changed for him and what his journey of recovery looked like. This episode includes discussion of topics of depression, anxiety and suicide ideation. Discussion of these topics may bring up strong emotions, thoughts or memories for some listeners. If this is the case for you, you may want to have someone listen with you, or talk aft...

This is Gabi's story about struggling with body image, eating disorder and the way it impacted her life as a high school student. Today, she is confident, body positive and passionate about helping other young people. We're going to explore the journey from where she was, to where she is today. At the end of the chat we'll hear from Pat and Rani, two headspace clinicians about their reflections on the story. This episode includes discussion of topics of body image and eating disorders. D...

You're about to hear Dragan's story. It's the kind of story that shows us the real and complex challenges some young people in our community have to face just to survive. It's also the kind of story that demonstrates the incredible resilience of young people, and the changes that can happen when an appropriate mix of support is put in place. This episode includes discussion of topics of domestic violence, substance use and homelessness. Discussion of these topics may bring up strong...

Welcome to the final episode of our first series of the ‘We made it to here’ podcast. We started this series of episodes drawing on a panel conversation we hosted early in 2021 — which was full of advice that remains incredibly relevant — and yet, at that time we really had no idea about the twists and turns the year was still going to take including such a long period of lockdown and remote learning for our young people. What did that extended lockdown reveal to us about youth mental he...

Fletcher Pilon and his parents Mic and Jilly share about how their family has built communication and connection through the absolute highs and lows, including the tragic loss of their youngest family member Banjo. Kel and Tahlia Gould share how they have navigated Tahlia's mental health journey together, as a sole parent and young person. Both of these stories present powerful learnings for anyone wanting to build greater communication with Young People in their household. The...

The last couple years have been tough for all of us — but often there are unique challenges different groups and individuals face that we can overlook if we’re not aware of them. This episode explores what some of those unique challenges have been for Aboriginal young people and families in our community over the last couple years. I got around the table with two good friends of mine, Rob Waters and Kirstin Booker, who both work in Aboriginal education and support young people in s...