21/10/2026
🖤💛❤️ IBM Part 4!
After his own mental health journey, counsellor and wellbeing provider, Justin from The Connected Purpose recognised a lack of male Aboriginal counsellors in Canberra and surrounds. He wanted to create a culturally safe space where others could feel heard, understood and supported.
We caught up with him to learn more about his goals for community and his business.
If The Connected Purpose sounds like it could be right for you, reach out to us or contact Justin directly via his socials or email to learn more about his services and how he can help.
📧 [email protected]
**If you or someone you care about is in crisis or needs urgent mental health support, please reach out to one of the services listed below.**
Local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support (Canberra):
Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health and Community Services – (02) 6284 6222 - A community-controlled health organisation providing culturally safe health and wellbeing support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
These organisations can also help with referrals, emotional support and connecting people with appropriate mental health care.
Phone and online support:
13YARN – 13 92 76 (24/7) – Free, confidential crisis support by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Indigenous Wellbeing Course via MindSpot – A free online program designed to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults build mental wellbeing and resilience.
Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7) – Crisis support by phone, text and online chat.
Su***de Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 (24/7) – Phone and online counselling.
Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 – Phone, online chat and email support for a range of mental health concerns.
MindSpot – 1800 614 434 – Free online and phone mental health assessments and treatment for anxiety and depression.
