Whether you currently experience depression and/or anxiety; or you know someone struggling; or simply would love to learn how to achieve optimal mental health coping skills for your life - this program is for you!

The Port Macquarie Community Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program (DARP) is an 8-week mental health education program designed to improve mental performance and promote a healthier lifestyle - and is suitable for people aged 12 years onwards.

The program will be held at Port Macquarie Adventist Community Centre, located next to Port Macquarie Adventist School at 500 Ocean Drive, Port Macquarie.

The program focuses on the underlying and contributing causes of depression and anxiety - so that a lasting cure can be found. The 8-week group program is facilitated by trained individuals, and this mental health education series has successfully aided individuals on the path to recovery.

The program, a practicing internal medicine specialist, international speaker and author. The program is a holistic approach to mental health, including physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social and lifestyle, and

there is a 90% success rate for people using the holistic lifestyle approach.

Nedley Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program Introductory Session

As featured in FOCUS Magazine, Port Macquarie 2024

THERE’S A SOLUTION FOR YOU!

Learn how to:

Identify depression and anxiety and their causes
Enhance your energy levels and mood
Overcome depression and/or anxiety through positive lifestyle choices and right thinking
Eat for optimal brain function
Manage stress without distress
Live above loss
Improve brain function
Achieve peak mental performance

FAQ’S

Is the Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program religious based?

The Program, designed by Dr Neil Nedley is a mental health and lifestyle education program and is not religious based. Dr Nedley’s Christian background and worldview is reflected in the holistic principles throughout the mental health recovery program. All references are general and non-sectarian, similar for example to references in a 12-step recovery program.

How much does the 8-week program cost?

The 8-week program is $150 per person, and includes evidence-based information, practical interventions, DAAT tests, workbooks, weekly food sampling - including a graduation dinner, and friendly professional support from volunteer DARP trained staff. The hardcover textbook, Depression, the way out is available for optional purchase.

Do you have payment plans?

Yes, we have a payment plan available, which enables participants to pay in installments over the course of the 8-week program.

Can I access the program through my Home Care package?

Yes, some participants are able to access the program with their Home Care package. We recommend that you contact your provider to find out if you are covered.

I would like to do the program, but I can’t afford it.

Sponsorship is available for participants experiencing financial difficulty and we welcome you to have a chat with our friendly volunteer staff.

I don’t have depression, but can I still come?

Yes, the program benefits those with or without depression and anxiety. Family, friends, and community members can attend the program to start their journey towards recovery.

Is the program non-profit?

Yes.

How do I pay for the program?

To pay for your program, cash is best, but we also have eftpos available.

Are the program Facilitors trained?

Yes, all of our program facilitators are professionally trained. All of our DARP team are volunteers and also consists of small group & team support and administration. Our team are passionate about the recovery program and are excited to be delivering such an important service to our community.

Is the program run via Zoom?

No, the 8-week program is a digital presentation that is projected onto a large screen.

If I start the program and then felt that it wasn’t the right fit for them am I able to withdraw?

Participants are welcome to withdraw, but unfortunately once they register, the DAAT test and work book are non-refundable.

For more information

Please call

0403 943 378

EMAIL

contactus@portadventistchurch.org

Our Location

Port Macquarie Adventist Community Centre

500 Ocean Drive, Port Macquarie

The Nedley Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program™ is a very successful treatment program for people experiencing Depression and Anxiety - with a 90% success rate using a holistic lifestyle approach.

The Nedley Depression & Anxiety Program™ is designed by Dr Neil Nedley MD, a practicing internal medicine specialist, and the author of Depression, the Way Out, SOS Help for your emotions and The lost art of thinking.

The Nedley Depression & Anxiety Program™ has helped over 6000 documented participants from numerous countries achieve improved mental health. Many people have been able to completely eliminate depression and/or anxiety by following the proven principles of this program.

Get on the path to recovery by joining Dr Nedley in this 8 part series.

This comprehensive program includes the DVD, books and a workbook. The books include daily and weekly readings which reinforce lessons from the DVD presentations and workbook exercises.

Testimonials

Real Stories, real success: Nedley Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program Testimonials - Overcoming depression & anxiety

Nedley Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program Testimony

You are not alone. Over a thousand people just like you have attended the Residential Nedley Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program™.

“Coming to us with their individual stories of brokenness, pain, oppression, shame, numbness, confusion, addiction, abuse, despair, and hopelessness, we have watched them learn, embrace, and apply the information, tools, and interventions of the program. They found hope and a voice again.”

Here are just a few of their real stories:

Married to a husband who has been chronically depressed for many years

“I feel rested and full of joy”

“Prior to coming to Depression Recovery I had started to dread each new day. I felt frustrated and helpless! I had become very tired and hopeless of life getting better soon. DR has changed the course of life for my husband and me. I feel rested and full of joy. My husband’s emotions are waking up and his personality emerging. He is much more positive.”

Young Mother of three children

“I do have the power to face my fears”

My anxiety and fear were holding me back from fully living my life and being truly present. During Depression Recovery I learned that I do have the power to face my fears head on and conquer them. My trust and faith have been deepened and I feel a sense of hope and excitement for the future.

Divorced Mother recently remarried

“My mind is thriving”

“Life was one mind numbing experience after another. Negative thoughts always seemed to be swirling around in my head. I was a little skeptical, but I took a leap of faith - especially considering the cost. Right now I think: ‘You’ve given us a very good deal.’ My mind is thriving. I can’t believe this is me.”

University drop-out with brother who recently committed suicide

“My health is slowly being restored”

“For a long time, I closed myself off from everything and everyone. I just swallowed myself in my grief. Because of this program, my hope has been restored, my joy has been restored, and my health is slowly being restored.”

Young post-university working man with OCD and depression

“My emotions are coming back. I’m even smiling”

“Before Depression Recovery I felt nothing. I was just existing but not experiencing life. Nothing gave me happiness or pleasure. At Depression Recovery I started noticing a change… shed a few tears and laughs. My emotions are coming back. I’m even smiling.”

High-functioning alcoholic

“It gives me hope - and that’s what I’d lost.”

“I spent most of my life in an unconsciously calculated way of slow suicide and self-sabotage. Coming here was my last hope. At Depression Recovery, through the lectures, CBT, exercise, nutrition, hydrotherapy, etc, I have been able to reconnect with God. It gives me hope - and that’s what I’d lost.”

Woman with severe depression and a broken marriage

“I feel such a happy soberness”

“Before Depression Recovery, I was hearing thoughts like ‘I hate myself,’ ‘I’m such a failure,’ and ‘It would be better off if I were just dead.’ I was a truly miserable person on the inside trying to keep it together on the outside. While here, God has turned my brain on again. I feel such a happy soberness.”