Our expert team of counsellors, psychologists, psychiatrists and pathologists are dedicated to providing the highest level of mental health care to our community.
Mental Health Services For Newcastle & Hunter Region
Empowering local people to overcome life's challenges
In March , 2024, we lost a true local legend. He was the voice of sport in the Hunter, the founding father of the Newcastle Knights, and the man who saved our Hunter Prostate Cancer Alliance. Leigh’s tireless passion for footy, family, friends and our community was undeniable. The impact he had on Newcastle during his lifetime cannot be overstated, and we at HPCA and ProCare wish to celebrate his achievements and honour his memory.
Farewell to Local Legend, Edward "Leigh" Maughan
LOOKING FOR A PSYCHOLOGIST?
Our Books Are Now Open!
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Our psychologists specialise in all ages, from young children through to adults. They are experienced in areas such as complex trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, alcohol and substance abuse, suicidal ideation and self harm, PTSD and personality disorders.
If you would like to see one of our psychologists, or if you would like to arrange a session for a loved one, please get in touch with us on (02) 4960 1523 - or click here.
TMS: Now available at ProCare
TMS uses non-invasive magnetic pulses to stimulate the prefrontal cortex of the brain to activate positive mood pathways:
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When an electrical current passes through a TMS coil, it generates a magnetic field that passes into the brain without resistance.
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This magnetic field acts via induction to produce electrical activity in the underlying cortical neurons.
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If the stimulation is provided above a certain threshold, these neurons will depolarise.
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The repeated firing of local cortical neurons induces an effect similar to long-term potentiation. ​
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Free Counselling Services Available
HPCA, in collaboration with ProCare, offers free counselling services to prostate cancer sufferers and their families.
THANK YOU
As a not-for-profit organisation, your donations help us empower local people to meet life’s challenges.
GP SUPPORT
GP Psychiatry Support Line is a free service to GPs to help manage the care of mental health consumers.
ProCare’s Expert Team of
Mental Health Clinicians
ProCare’s multidisciplinary team of specialists provide psychiatry, psychology (clinical and registered), accredited counselling, and speech pathology associated with dementia.
Dr Martin Cohen is the clinical lead for the team, collaborating with Hunter New England Health, GPs, community groups, and other stakeholders. This collective approach helps us to provide timely and appropriate care to the community.
