WA Mental Health

10/08/2026

Sometimes the person showing the behaviour isn’t the person carrying the whole problem.

Families are systems. When one person is struggling — particularly a child or young person — their behaviour can sometimes be telling us something about what is happening around them, between people, or within the family as a whole.

Our Director and Clinical Family Therapist, Carrina Hampton, recently joined Leah Rando-Poller on the Small Talk Podcast from Kids In The Middle ™ for a conversation about family life when things get complicated.

They talk about separation, blended families, co-parenting, communication and conflict — including what happens when cooperative co-parenting simply isn’t possible — and ask an important question:

What might a child’s behaviour actually be trying to tell us?

🎧 Have a listen to the conversation below.

At WA Mental Health, Family Therapy provides a space to step back from “Who is the problem?” and begin exploring “What is happening between us, and what might need to change?”

Family Therapy may support families experiencing ongoing conflict, communication difficulties, parenting challenges, separation or blended-family transitions, relationship strain, or when one family member’s wellbeing is affecting the wider family.

Because sometimes supporting one person means understanding the whole system around them.

WA Mental Health |

Family Therapy
https://wamentalhealth.com.au/services/therapy-wellness-services/family-therapy/

Reportable Family Therapy
https://wamentalhealth.com.au/services/therapy-wellness-services/reportable-family-therapy/
In-person and online support available.



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Families can be complicated. Separation can be complicated. Add blended families, co-parenting, big emotions and children trying to make sense of it all… and there’s plenty to talk about!In this episode of Small Talk, an extension of Kids In The Middle™, I’m joined by Carrina Hampton, an...

08/08/2026

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03/08/2026

Support always starts with noticing.

A change in mood. Someone becoming quieter than usual. Pulling away. Seeming overwhelmed, irritable or simply not quite themselves.

You don’t need to be a mental health professional to reach out — and you don’t need to have all the answers.

At WA Mental Health, we use TALK as a simple way to remember what meaningful support can look like:

T — TUNE IN
Notice the changes and trust what you’re seeing.

A — ASK MORE
Start the conversation — and be willing to ask the next question.

L — LISTEN ACTIVELY
Give them your time, your attention and space to speak without judgement.

K — KEEP GOING
One conversation may only be the beginning. Check in again, encourage connection with support, and help them access professional assistance when needed.

Mental health conversations don’t need to be perfect. They need to be genuine.

The first step is noticing.
Then reaching out.
Then staying connected.

TALK. Start the conversation. Make a difference.

02/08/2026

A July reflection from Carrina Hampton our Director and Clinical Lead, based in Bunbury WA.
Gratitude for the work we do, and the people (clients) who trust us to engage in the work meaningfully.
Thank you

July has been incredibly busy, but every day I feel so grateful for the “work” I am blessed to do. I thought I might share a little insight into that today.

All examples are generalised and carefully de-identified to protect confidentiality and privacy.

Over the years, a number of people who first came to me as clients have gone on to become some of my greatest referrers. A hairdresser who recommends me to her clients. A first responder who refers members of his family. A mum who encourages one of her closest friends to reach out.

I am always deeply honoured by this. It reflects not only their trust in me, but also their belief that I may be the right fit for someone they care about.

It sometimes quietly amuses me because, although people may speak openly with one another, confidentiality remains absolute within the therapy room. They may have discussed it together beforehand, but when it is brought into a session, I receive it as though I am hearing it for the very first time. Even though, likely every knows I am not.

This week, I have also been particularly struck by the trust that exists within my relationships with the people who use my services.

Those of you who arrive 100% cranky and feel safe enough to express it. Not feeling any need to mask, pretend or,what we like to call ,cameleon in my presence. They are raw, real and therefore truly able to grow. This is especially important for those people who are unable to do this in their "real" lives.

I value those who trust me to guide them through a visualisation, without heatitation. And even if it becomes uncomfortable, hold steady in the space knowing that I am there with thwm in it.

To those who consent to having a student or intern present during their session, helping to support the growth of our future practitioners.

To you,l all, who trust me with their deepest secrets, fears, experiences and behaviours — and leave feeling heard, recognised and seen, without feeling any less worthy because they shared them.

There are so many blessings within this work.

And somehow, I get to call it my job.

I am so very lucky. 🤍

01/08/2026

Sharing for all of the wonderful people who work with us at WA Mental Health, who are learning this right now.
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17/07/2026

Another great chat with Alyssa Bradbury - Youth Coach, Mentor + Speaker, this time with Leah Rando-Poller from Kids In The Middle and her
SmallTalk Podcast.

What can a 16-year-old teach us about confidence, leadership, resilience and making a difference?Quite a lot, as it turns out.In this episode, Leah sits down with Alyssa Bradbury, a remarkable young country woman who is already making a positive impact through sport, youth leadership and...

14/07/2026

What can psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy reveal about the hidden parts of ourselves?

In this video, WA Mental Health counsellor Scott Alfonso explores how psychedelic psychotherapy may help people access thoughts, emotions and aspects of themselves that can be difficult to reach through ordinary awareness.

Scott discusses the importance of approaching this work with care, professional support and a focus on safely integrating what emerges.

Scott provides counselling appointments in Perth and online.

Learn more about Scott or book an appointment:
https://wamentalhealth.com.au/practitioner/scott-alfonso/

🌿 Growing Together

13/07/2026

**This week is Birth Trauma Awareness Week.**

For many families, welcoming a baby is one of life's happiest moments. For others, it can also be one of the most challenging.

This year's theme, "The Cost of Birth Trauma," reminds us that the impact of birth trauma extends far beyond the birth itself. It can affect mental health, relationships, confidence, parenting, employment and family life for months or even years. The effects are often felt not only by the birthing parent, but also by partners, children and the wider family.

Birth trauma may be physical, psychological or both. Sometimes it stems from unexpected medical complications. Other times, it relates to feeling unheard, unsupported or excluded from decisions during birth. Whatever the experience, it is real, and it deserves to be acknowledged.

At WA Mental Health, we want families to know that you don't have to "just get over it." Healing is possible, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.

If your birth experience continues to affect your wellbeing, relationships, confidence or enjoyment of parenthood, reaching out for support can be an important first step. There is no time limit on healing.

This week, we stand alongside Birth Trauma Australia in raising awareness, reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations about birth trauma and recovery.

To learn more about Birth Trauma Awareness Week, visit:
https://birthtrauma.org.au/birth-trauma-awareness-week-2026/

💙 If this post resonates with you or someone you care about, know that support is available, and you are not alone.

This report, commissioned by Birth Trauma Australia and prepared by Nous Group, provides the first national analysis of the economic impact of birth injuries and ongoing conditions in Australia. It aims to quantify the scale of the economic burden and strengthen the evidence base for investment in p...

07/07/2026

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03/07/2026

They say “no news is good news”… but we’re not sure the same applies to reviews. 💙

At WA Mental Health, we are very mindful that mental health care is personal, and many people understandably prefer to keep their support private.

Because of that, we have not often asked for public reviews.

But reviews really do help. They can make it easier for someone else to feel confident reaching out, choosing a practitioner, or taking that first step towards support.

So, if you have appreciated our services, our team, our approach, or the work we do across the community, we would be so grateful if you felt comfortable leaving us a review.

Facebook review:
https://www.facebook.com/WAMentalHealthAU/reviews

Google review:
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Please only share what feels comfortable for you. Even a simple sentence about your experience with WA Mental Health can make a difference.

Thank you for supporting our team, our work, and mental health care across WA. 🌿

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