Building Mental Fitness for Veterans, First Responders and the Community
Trauma-informed mental health practice supporting veterans, first responders, and the wider community across Brisbane and Australia.
Our Practice
Mindful Mates Social Services is a trauma-informed mental health and wellbeing service supporting veterans, first responders, and the wider community. Founded by a former serving member of the Royal Australian Air Force, practising paramedic, and qualified social worker, Mindful Mates Social Services brings together lived experience and professional practice.
We provide person-centred, recovery-focused support that values connection, community, and real-world understanding. Our approach goes beyond symptoms, focusing on mental fitness, purpose, and sustainable wellbeing.
Our Services
Individual Counselling
One-on-one trauma-informed counselling available in-person in Brisbane or via telehealth across Australia.
Veteran & First Responder Support
Specialized support for those who've served, understanding the unique challenges you face.
Couples & Family Counselling
Strengthen relationships and improve communication with professional guidance.
Group Programs
Wellbeing and psychoeducation programs delivered in supportive group settings.
Mental Health First Aid
MHFA training to equip individuals and workplaces with essential mental health skills.
Workplace Wellbeing
EAP services and wellbeing partnerships to support your team's mental health.
Funding Pathways
We work with multiple funding pathways to make mental health support accessible:
DVA
Department of Veterans' Affairs
Approved provider for White Card, Gold Card, and DRCA (formerly SRCA) clients.
NDIS
National Disability Insurance Scheme
We support self-managed and plan-managed participants with therapeutic supports and capacity building.
WorkCover
Workers Compensation
Support for work-related mental health conditions.
Private
Self-Funded Appointments
Flexible payment options with potential health fund rebates.
Ready to Get Started?
Book an appointment or get in touch to discuss the best support for you or your team.