Hamilton Centre Podcast | Exploring Mental Health & Addiction

The Hamilton Centre Podcast | Exploring Mental Health & Addiction is for service providers, individuals and family members dealing with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. In response to the recommendation of the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System (2021), the Centre was established to create a more inclusive and supportive system by promoting integrated care in Victoria, Australia. Our podcast will feature interviews with service providers, individuals with lived experience, and workers who assist people with co-occurring conditions. We aim to promote holistic care throughout Victoria by breaking down barriers to treatment and through open minds and open doors. This series features Gemma Turvey's composition, "Turquoise," performed by Gemma on piano, Craig Beard on vibraphone, and the talented musicians of the New Palm Court Orchestra.

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Episodes

EP 9 - Two years of the Hamilton Centre: Advancing mental health and addiction care

In this special episode, we celebrate the two-year anniversary of the Hamilton Centre with two leaders at the forefront of integrated mental health and AOD care: Professor Margaret Hamilton AO , the inspiration behind the Centre’s name, and our Clinical Director Associate Professor Shalini Arunogiri . They discuss the evolution of care models, the importance of addressing stigma and the future of integrated healthcare in Australia. Prof Margaret reflects on her long-standing career, including he...

Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 9

EP 8 - The role of lived experience in shaping mental health and AOD care

In this episode, we’re joined by two passionate advocates, Benn Veenker and Tharindu Jayadeva, who share their lived experiences and expertise in the mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) sectors. They discuss how their journeys have shaped their work supporting others through recovery, the challenges they face and the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction. From the role of lived experience workers to systemic service gaps, they explore how communities can better support indivi...

Mar 19, 2025•53 min•Ep. 8

EP 7 – Holistic care for families affected by addiction and mental illness

In this episode, Hamilton Centre Relationship and Partnership Lead Annie Williams is joined by A/Prof Brendan O'Hanlon, Senior Fellow and former Head of Practice and Service Development at The Bouverie Centre (La Trobe University) , and Robert Campbell, Programme Manager at Family Drug and Gambling Help (SHARC) , as they explore the complex challenges families and carers face when supporting loved ones with mental health, substance use and gambling issues. They discuss how stigma, cultural perce...

Feb 20, 2025•44 min•Ep. 7

EP 6 - Navigating the intersection of mental health and substance use with LGBTIQA+ people

In this episode hosted by Annie Williams, Hamilton Centre’s Relationship and Partnership Lead, we’re joined by two guests from Thorne Harbour Health: Molly (AOD Counselling Practice Lead) and Keiran (Peer Support Worker). They discuss the intersection of mental health and substance use issues with LGBTIQA+ people. They explore the stigma these communities face, the challenges in seeking support, and how we can work together to create more inclusive and supportive services for people living with ...

Dec 19, 2024•31 min•Ep. 6

EP 5 - Supporting AOD and Mental Health Workers in Navigating Complex Cases

Welcome to the Hamilton Centre podcast, where we delve into integrated care within mental health and addiction services across Victoria, Australia. In this episode hosted by Annie Williams, our Relationship and Partnership Lead, we’re joined by Sally Thomas (Senior Social Worker) and James Steevenson (Senior Psychiatric Nurse) from the Hamilton Centre Service Navigation Team. This team plays a crucial role in providing navigation, advocacy, support, and referrals for individuals facing complex a...

Sep 02, 2024•38 min•Ep. 5

EP 4 - Lived Experience Workers & Human-Centred Practices in Integrated Care

This episode explores the value and importance of lived experience workers in an integrated care model. Host Annie Williams is joined by Sally Chin and Lee-Ann , who bring their experiences and perspectives as part of the Hamilton Centre clinical team at Eastern Health. Sally highlights the challenges faced by individuals with co-occurring mental health and addiction issues and the need for coordinated care. Lee-Ann emphasises the value of including people with lived experience in interdisciplin...

Aug 07, 2024•29 min•Ep. 4

EP 3 - Inclusive Approaches in Mental Health and Addiction Care

In this episode, Annie Williams , Clinical Transformation Lead at Hamilton Centre, welcomes Dr Thileepan Naren , a GP and Addiction Medicine Specialist with interests and experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander healthcare, custodial health, and drug and alcohol management, along with Tracy Wrigley , a Registered Nurse with extensive experience in the AOD sector, as well as health service redesign and clinician education in Australia and the UK. They highlight the importance of collab...

Jul 09, 2024•33 min•Ep. 3

EP 2 - Building Relationships & Addressing Stigma in Healthcare

In this episode, Annie Williams , Hamilton Centre Transformation Lead, interviews two guests from the Hamilton Centre Clinical Network at Austin Health and Goulburn Valley Health: Professor Edward Ogden PSM , an experienced Alcohol and Other Drug Consultant , and Allison Szarejko , a Mental Health Nurse and Clinical Lead. They highlight the importance of building relationships and understanding the needs of individuals and services in order to provide effective integrated care. They also emphasi...

Jun 18, 2024•29 min•Ep. 2

EP 1 - Integrated Care in Mental Health and Addiction | Shalini Arunogiri interviews Dan Lubman and Lisa Jarvie

In the first episode, Shalini Arunogiri , Clinical Director at the Hamilton Centre, interviews Dan Lubman , Addiction Psychiatrist and Executive Clinical Director at Turning Point, and Lisa Jarvie , Clinical Quality Improvement Lead at the Hamilton Centre. They discuss the importance of integrated care in the mental health and addiction sectors, the challenges faced by workers, and the role of the Centre in providing support and upskilling. They also touch on the need for data collection and eva...

May 28, 2024•34 min•Ep. 1

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