Tailored Mental Health Support for Small Business Owners

Published on 14 April 2025

Running a small business is rewarding — but it can also take a toll. Long hours, financial pressures, and the challenge of doing it all alone can make it hard to stay on top of your wellbeing.

NewAccess for Small Business Owners is a free, confidential mental health coaching program developed by Beyond Blue. It’s designed to help small business owners and sole traders to reduce stress, regain balance, and build resilience — with no GP referral required.

Who is it for?

This service is for small business owners with 20 or fewer employees, including sole traders, who:

• are over 18
• live in Australia
• have an active ABN

Please note: the program is not available to employees, business partners, directors, or people working in not-for-profit organisations.

What are the benefits?

• Up to 8 free sessions with a trained mental health coach.
• No diagnosis required, and no waitlists.
• Delivered over phone or video to suit your schedule.
• Coaches with small business understanding.
• Tools to manage stress, improve sleep, reduce overwhelm and prevent burnout.

Learn more and register