Youth in Charge
Client-oriented program
Our program is client-oriented, and our counsellors are there to support the change and goals of the client.
We use a range of motivational interviewing techniques to engage with clients based on their individual backgrounds.
We assist with zero judgement and provide clients with the skills and resources that they need to establish their own goals and change.
Program overview and referrer experiences
A flexible program
When clients enter Youth in Charge, we provide them with flexible program consisting of brief or long-term counselling and support, depending on their needs.
Through the program, our counsellors seek to support the underlying challenges that lead to clients abusing substances.
Things like family breakdowns, anxiety, bullying, or stresses at school or at home.
Meet our counsellors
Ipswich
“I have been working in the alcohol and other drug recovery sector for over 25 years and enjoy supporting young people to make changes in their lives to improve their well-being, connection to others and their community.”
Roma
“I’m passionate about working in the mental health sector, and have worked with alcohol and other drug clients across community, residential treatment, and withdrawal management services.”
Referrer testimonials
Hannah’s House
“The great thing about the Youth in Charge program is that it meets people with where they’re at in their journey and it quite flexible.”
Ipswich Alcohol and Other Drug Service
“We’ve had a relationship with Youth in Charge for quite a while. When we need to refer a young people, we feel confident referring to the program. We have found it to be a really helpful service.”
Stride Mental Health
“I’ve worked with Anglicare for some years and I’ve found the people really care for the people they’re looking after.”
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OnTrack trailer: bit.ly/TrailerOnTrack
OnTrack full documentary (25 min): bit.ly/OnTrackDoco
OnTrack cut-down documentary (10 min): bit.ly/OnTrackDocoShort
Client referrals and enquiries