C.A.T.C.H Program (Child & Adult, Therapy, Counselling and Healing)

What is C.A.T.C.H?

At Nexus Primary Health we provide a therapeutic program known as C.AT.C.H - which stands for Child & Adult, Therapy, Counselling and Healing.

This program provides a range of therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups within the Mitchell and Murrindindi Shires.

Eligibility

C.A.T.C.H is open to children, young people and families who require therapeutic interventions, counselling and support.

Funding

C.A.T.C.H is funded in various ways.

We provide services though Community Health*, Family Violence, NDIS, Brokerage and self-funded pathways.

*Community Health clients may be required to pay a co-contribution of $13 per session from 1^st July 2025.

Our Services

Theraplay®

Enhances child well-being by strengthening the parent and carer relationship, promoting healthy attachment, and supporting mental health. The program is effective at helping children oversome fears, understand and regulate their emoitions and facilitates positive change. Theraplay® is suitable for all age groups, abilities, including children who have experienced trauma.

For more information on Theraplay®, click here.

Horses Assisting You (HAY)

Hay is delivered on local rural properties, with two qualified and experienced facilitators and herds of horses. Sessions help people of all ages to manage emotions, face fears and learn how our behaviours affect us and others. HAY provides a safe way for people to deal with various challenges including Auism, ADHD, bullying, trauma, depression and anxiety to name a few. We can work with individuals, couples, families, groups and teams.

For more information on HAY, click here.

Animal Assisted Therapy

Teddy, the Therapy Dog, is part of the Nexus Team. He participates in both school and office-based therapy sessions.

He is soft, gentle and empathic, allowing children to experience non-verbal connection and interaction.

Therapeutic Counselling

We use a play-based, child-centred counselling approach. Children, young people and their families will learn about emotional regulation, communication, and positive social interactions. We help people to build resilience and confidence through targeted skills teaching and expressive therapies.

Therapeutic Group Programs

We offer a range of group programs, often delivered in schools. These programs include Sunshine Circles, The STAR Program, and Shark Cage. We can also provide Tuning in to Kids. 

Referral process

For referrals and enquiries on the C.A.T.C.H Program, please contact us directly on:

• intake@nexusprimaryhealth.org.au
• 1300 77 33 52

Resources

• C.A.T.C.H Program Flyer (A4)
• C.A.T.C.H Program Referral Form