Be Well in the Ranges

Be Well in the Ranges is a project funded by the Victorian State Government to provide free confidential counselling, psychological support, and music therapy to fire affected communities. You don’t need to see a doctor for a referral, and you can make a booking anytime through the website.

Christmas Break

Be Well in the Ranges is closed for the Christmas Break from December 20. 2023.
All practitioners will return mid to late January, click on the practitioner to find their next appointment.
For emails regarding a psychological appointment please email beth@kinglakeranges.com.au
There are telephone and online support services to access contact numbers visit: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/mental-health-services/telephone-and-online-services
For crisis support, suicide prevention and mental health support services contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.  If you have a life threatening emergency call 000.

Services Available

One on One Counselling

Group Therapy Sessions

Services Available

Therapeutic Chat

Individual or Group Music Therapy Sessions

Volunteer or Staff Debriefing

This program is available to people of all ages living and working in  the communities of Kinglake Ranges: Flowerdale, Toolangi, Castella, Kinglake West, Pheasant Creek, Whittlesea, Steels Creek and nearby townships

Reasons to Seek Support

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Feeling Down

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Anxiety

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Depression

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Feeling Emotional

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Trauma

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Harmful Thoughts

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Distressed

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Support

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Grief and loss

To make a booking, use the buttons below to book anytime or call 0429 390 038 Monday – Thursday
If you have any queries feel free to email beth@kinglakeranges.com.au

A Team of Professional

Psychologists, Music Therapists and Counsellors are available

Fran Boyer

Fran Boyer

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Beth Williams

Dr Beth Williams

Music Therapist

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Kim Maloney

Kim Maloney

Counsellor

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Natascha Newton

Natascha Newton

Counsellor

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Elizabeth McCracken

Elizabeth McCracken

Clinical Psychologist

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is booking anonymous?

All bookings are made privately via an external system. Your information is only available to the practitioner you are making an appointment with.

No information is captured or stored on this website.

Where will my confidential records be kept?

Confidential records will be maintained privately by individual practitioners as per their professional guidelines.

Do I need a doctor’s referral?

No you can make a booking via telephone directly with the practitioner.

How should I decide who to see?

Read the Bio of each practitoner and consider who you might like to meet with. 

Is there any cost or gap?

No, this program is free.

How can I make an appointment?

The Book Now buttons for each of the practitioners listed above will give you a direct contact number through which you can book

How many sessions can I have?

The practitioner that you see will be able to recommend the number of sessions that will be useful.

How long does the program go for?

The program is funded for 12 months, and if you need further support after that time, practitioners will be able to recommend ongoing services or support.

Acknowledgement of Support

With thanks and recognition

Be Well in the Ranges is supported by the Victorian Government.

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