EquiEnergy Youth is a not for profit and charity that aims to improve mental health outcomes for young people across Australia. Our services are aimed at reducing instances of psychological distress, self harm and the risk of suicide in young people. Our approach is evidence based and pioneering in this field. Our training programs are designed to help professionals, educators, families and carers learn simple ways on how to best respond 'in the moment' to young people when they are experiencing episodes of distress. We work with community, government and other organisations as the social environment changes for young people and we face new challenges together. Dr. Stephen Spencer (PhD), our Clinical Director, has worked extensively in the areas of acute adult, child and adolescent mental health. Stephen is passionate about the health and well-being of young people. He has made this his life’s work and is recognised as a leader in this field by his peers. His clinical experience includes Paediatric Consultation Liaison Services and Clinical Nurse Education. Stephen has been a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) trainer since 2006. He is also trained in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Psychosis in Young People. Stephen is a current member of the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses. Partner with us and help your community!