In 2022, local clinical connections are more important than ever. This is your chance to embed yourself in your local community of health practitioners to make friends, network, learn new information and have fun in a collaborative, knowledge-sharing space!

This society meeting will focus on the non-pharmacological management of depression and anxiety.

Whether it is patient preference or not suitable for a particular patient, there will be a time where medication for depression and anxiety is not an option. So what treatment options match the efficacy of prescription medication?

At the Coffs Harbour & Bellingen Clinical Society we will hear about various treatment models outside of prescription medication, including psychological treatment therapies such as mindfulness, exercise and nutritional changes. We will learn about local services, referral options and online resources that can help you support your patients experiencing depression or anxiety.

Learning outcomes

• Understand the importance and necessity for non-pharmacological tools and strategies when managing patients with depression and anxiety
• Learn psychological tools and strategies to proactively manage depression and anxiety
• Explain the comparable efficacy of lifestyle factors on mild to moderate depression and anxiety against anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medication.
• Learn about local services, online resources and referral pathways for managing depression and anxiety in the Coffs Harbour & Bellingen region.

Speakers:

• Facilitated by Dr Ashlea Broomfield, GP & mental health practitioner
• Lisa Brown, Registered Psychologist, Mindfulness Psychology and Wellbeing
• Aaron Hardaker, Physiotherapist, Mid North Coast Physiotherapy
• Linda Winn, Clinical Dietitian, Mid North Coast Local Health District