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Service Spotlight – Psychosocial Recovery Coaching 101

What is a Psychosocial Recovery Coach, anyway? 🤔 If you have an NDIS plan for psychosocial disability, a Recovery Coach might just become your new best ally. Think of a recovery coach as a skilled guide and mentor for your mental health journey. Their job is to help you make sense of your NDIS plan, connect you with supports, build on your strengths, and empower you to live a fulfilling life. A recovery coach has specialised mental health knowledge and, importantly, real empathy – the NDIS actually requires recovery coaches to have lived and/or learned experience in mental health (many have qualifications like a Cert IV in Mental Health Peer Work. In other words, they understand what you’re going through and know how to help.


What does a recovery coach do for you? They’ll spend time getting to know you – your story, your challenges, your hopes. Together, you’ll create a recovery plan that outlines your goals (big or small) and the steps to get there. Your coach can help you discover and link with different services and supports (for example, community programs, therapists, or employment opportunities) that align with your goals. They also can collaborate with your clinical team, families, or other supports to make sure everyone’s on the same page. One big part of the recovery coach role is building your own skills and resilience – they might coach you in strategies to manage stress, improve daily living skills, or boost confidence in social situations, depending on what you want to work on.


Perhaps most importantly, a psychosocial recovery coach is someone in your corner who believes in your personal recovery. They’re there to motivate you on hard days and celebrate your wins on good days. They’ll help you navigate the NDIS system (which can be confusing at times, we know!) so that you can get the most out of your plan. In fact, many participants with psychosocial disability choose to have a recovery coach as a key support – it’s becoming very common because it works: “Many participants with psychosocial disability will have a Recovery Coach” as part of their plan. Our ROS recovery coaches, in particular, bring warmth, understanding, and a wealth of experience. They’ll check in regularly, adapt as your needs change, and make sure you stay in control of your journey (we like to say, your life, your choices!).


If you’re curious about adding a Recovery Coach to your NDIS plan or want to know more, just ask! We’re happy to chat about how coaching can support you. With the right coach, you’re not alone – you’ve got a teammate dedicated to helping you thrive. 🌟


 
 
 

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