Take Charge Wellbeing

Welcome to Take Charge Wellbeing, an institution located in Gooseberry Hill, Dale Drive, 8, Australia. We are a health establishment and a point of interest dedicated to helping individuals and businesses take charge of their mental health and wellbeing. Our mission is to provide people with strategies and tools to manage and improve their mental wellbeing, as well as recognize mental health problems in others.

Founder Darren Peterson, with over 20 years of experience as a blue-collar worker and in Fly In, Fly Out (FIFO) roles, understands firsthand the impact that mental health problems can have on work and families. Witnessing the tragic loss of 14 lives on his last FIFO job, Darren recognized the need for more support and tools for FIFO and heavy industry workers to better cope with their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, especially while at work. This experience led him to create the Take Charge Wellbeing Workshop in 2017.

Our workshop teaches evidence-based tools and strategies derived from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Meditation practices. Participants learn how to independently use their minds and bodies to positively impact their overall wellbeing and mental health. Additionally, our workshop equips individuals with practical skills to support others experiencing mental health problems.

Delivered in an informal manner by a peer who has been in their shoes, the Take Charge workshop uses relatable terminology and scenarios that participants can engage with. The program can be tailored to different industries and groups, ensuring its relevance and effectiveness. By attending our workshop, individuals can make a real difference in their work and personal lives by taking charge of their mental health and wellbeing.

We offer two training options: one to help individuals take charge of their own mental health and another to equip them to support someone else experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. Our courses are delivered by an experienced blue-collar and ex-FIFO worker who has personally battled mental health issues, ensuring a relatable and compassionate approach.

In addition to our workshops, we also offer an accredited, 2-day Mental Health First Aid Course. This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to assist adults in developing mental health problems or experiencing a mental health crisis until professional help is received or the crisis resolves.

Don't just take our word for it, here are some testimonials from previous participants:

- "First time I’ve not felt alienated about having anxiety and fear of public embarrassment. Thanks to Darren for breaking the stigma in this male emotionless environment, I love the course, cheers mate."

- "This course was a very fresh way to deal with many different issues. After 10 years of FIFO, it’s fantastic to see Darren pass on real experiences and suggestions that I believe can really help with mental health."

- "Darren was a great trainer to learn from, he had a very easy-going style while being informative and thorough. I found this course to be very beneficial and relevant to my kind of work."

- "I think the way Darren delivers the workshop is great, it’s kind of formally informal. The subject matter he talks about is easy to relate to and understand. A legend who wears his heart on his sleeve when presenting."

- "I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and feel much more confident and empowered to advocate in the area of mental health."

At Take Charge Wellbeing, we are committed to ending the stigma surrounding mental health through open and honest discussions. Join us in our mission to improve mental health and wellbeing. Stay updated with our workshop details and all the news at Take Charge Wellbeing.