Recharge

 

Recharge is a small therapeutic group designed for teens who are experiencing low mood, reduced motivation, withdrawal or difficulty engaging in everyday life.

Many young people experiencing low mood begin to disconnect from activities, relationships, school or routines that once felt manageable. Over time, this can impact confidence, energy levels, motivation and overall wellbeing, often leaving young people feeling stuck and unsure how to regain momentum.

Recharge provides a supportive and encouraging environment where teens can better understand how mood works, reconnect with themselves and begin taking small, manageable steps towards re-engaging with life.

The group draws on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), behavioural activation and motivational strategies, with a strong focus on helping young people:

• better understand mood and motivation;
• rebuild confidence and routine;
• increase engagement in meaningful activities;
• manage unhelpful thinking patterns;
  develop coping and self-care strategies; and
• build momentum and connection alongside peers.

Groups are kept intentionally small to support comfort, safety and connection.

Group Details

Dates: Thursdays, 15 October – 26 November 2026
Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Location: Sunrise Peak Psychology, 9 Ashgrove Avenue, Ashgrove
Duration: 6 weekly sessions (1 hour each), including final relaxed wrap-up session
Group Size: Maximum 10-12 participants
Age Range: 12–17 years

Fees

Cost: $180 per session* or $1,000 upfront payment (includes $80 discount)

Rebates: Medicare Group Therapy rebate (where eligible)** and NDIS (self-managed and plan-managed)

A 50% deposit of the full fee is required at the time of booking when selecting the payment plan option. Remaining fees must be finalised prior to commencement of the program.

** Medicare group rebates are currently approximately $36.85 per session with a valid Mental Health Care Plan and referral.

To claim the rebate, group numbers must remain within Medicare requirements (generally 4–10 participants). Rebates are not guaranteed and eligibility is determined individually.

Please note that enrolment is required for the full 6 week program, as each session builds upon the previous week’s content and therapeutic skills.

Due to the small group format (12 maximum) and limited places available, refunds or make-up sessions are generally not available for missed sessions, non-attendance or withdrawal after commencement.

We strongly encourage families to consider attendance and availability prior to booking to ensure participants are able to gain the greatest benefit from the program.

Who Is This Group Suitable For?

Recharge may be helpful for teens who:

• experience low mood or sadness;
  have withdrawn from usual activities or relationships;
• struggle with motivation or engagement;
• experience reduced confidence or enjoyment;
• find it difficult to regain momentum once feeling flat; and
• would benefit from learning practical coping strategies alongside peers.

Facilitators

The group will be facilitated by Karen Breedon, Clinical Psychologist and one of her team from Sunrise Peak Psychology, with experience supporting adolescents experiencing low mood, disengagement and emotional difficulties.

This group is not designed as a crisis or acute mental health service.

Register Your Interest

To enquire or register your interest, please contact [email protected] or use the booking link to book now.

Places are limited, and bookings are essential.