Preventing Harm. Supporting People Before Crisis.
Pathways Project is a harm-prevention charity. We focus on the prevention and control of harmful and abusive behaviours — including self-harm, suicide, family violence, physical assault and substance abuse — through early intervention, behaviour-change counselling, mentoring and referral pathways.
Our Public Benefit Purpose
Pathways Project exists for public benefit. Our primary purpose is the prevention and control of harmful and abusive behaviours — including drug and alcohol abuse, self-harm, suicide, physical assault and family violence — through early intervention, behaviour-change counselling, community education and referral pathways.
In immediate danger?
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What we do
Practical pathways into support, connection, and change.
Harm Prevention
Our main activity. Preventing and controlling harmful and abusive behaviours through education, early intervention and behaviour change.
Early Intervention
Reaching individuals before harmful behaviour patterns escalate into crisis or repeat.
Behaviour-Change Support
Counselling, mentoring and structured programs that help individuals adopt safer, healthier behaviours.
Referral Pathways
Clear pathways to GPs, counsellors, Lifeline, Beyond Blue, MensLine and local services.
How Pathways Works
A clear, calm path from first contact to a safer next step.
We meet people where they are. No labels, no pressure, just a steady conversation and a clear next step.
Reach out
Call, request a callback, or use a referral form. No commitment.
Initial conversation
A trained team member listens and understands what's going on.
Program or pathway
Join a Pathways program or get connected to the right service.
Ongoing connection
Stay supported through mentoring, community and check-ins.
Behaviour-Change Counselling & Harm-Reduction Therapy
Structured counselling and harm-reduction therapy that helps individuals understand harmful behaviours, develop healthier responses, and prevent the continuation of harmful or abusive actions toward themselves or others.
Who this is for
Individuals seeking to change harmful or abusive behaviour patterns and prevent further harm.
- Structured behaviour-change conversations
- Risk identification and pathway planning
- Connection to qualified clinical support
Behaviour-Change Counselling & Harm-Reduction Therapy
Built to be trusted
Run with care, governed for public benefit.
Pathways operates as an ACNC registered charity with clear scope, safeguarding, privacy and financial accountability. Donations support program delivery, mentor training, education resources and the infrastructure behind a reliable support line.
Harm
Prevention focus
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Intervention
Community
Led programs
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Benefit purpose
Reach out today. We will listen, then walk the next step with you.
Phone support, callbacks, chat support, and structured referral pathways for individuals, families and friends.
Be part of something bigger
Join The Movement
Whether you're looking for support, connection, volunteering opportunities, partnerships, or community involvement — The Pathways Project is here to help create positive pathways forward.