Barriers to Care: Designing a men’s mental health service

Content advice: This episode discusses the topic of suicide, listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is in crisis, support is available. In Australia, contact Lifeline (13 11 14), Suicide Call Back Service (call or chat online), or Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800 – for those aged 25 and under). If it is an emergency, call 000.How can practitioners overcome barriers to effectively engaging men in care? Join Co-Directors of the Ballarat Men's Mental Health Service, Maxine Troon, Andrew McPherson and Mick Fryar, as they share their insights into why men delay help-seeking and can find it difficult to remain engaged in supports. They explore common experiences, such as challenges with referral pathways, alongside other barriers that are unique to this demographic. By cultivating a person-centred environment, this episode demonstrates how the Ballarat Men’s Mental Health service continues to innovate, evolve and meet men where they're at. Liked this episode? Stay tuned for future episodes by following Mental Health in Practice. Visit the MHPN website for episode host and guest bios, recommended resources and a self-directed CPD form. Share your comments, questions and feedback about Mental Health in Practice: https://mhpn.org.au/podcast-feedback/.