About Cairn Brae Wellbeing
Our Mission
At Cairn Brae Wellbeing, we are dedicated to supporting individuals and families as they navigate the emotional and practical challenges that come with experiencing mental health difficulties. Our focus is on providing understanding guidance and care during times that can feel overwhelming or isolating.
Our mission is to bridge the gap for those who may not be in crisis but still need meaningful support, especially in those early stages when something doesn’t feel quite right.
Cairn Brae Wellbeing offer a mobile service designed to be affordable, flexible, and accessible, meeting individuals where they are, both emotionally and geographically. By focusing on early intervention, collaboration, and empowerment, we aim to make mental health care more approachable and responsive to the real needs of young people and their families.
Dawn Reid
CEO & Founder of Cairn Brae Wellbeing.
With over 30 years of diverse nursing experience, Dawn Reid, brings a deep commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care. A Credentialed Mental Health Nurse, Registered Nurse, and Researcher, with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a Master of Nursing (MH), and a Master of Research Practice.
Achieve Optimal mental Health with Cairn Brae Wellbeing
Preventive Care
Prevention is better than cure. Cairn Brae Wellbeing's preventive care program is designed to help you identify potential mental health problems before they become serious. Dawn will provide you with personalised advice and guidance to help you stay mentally healthy.
Mental Health Assessment
At Cairn Brae Wellbeing you will be provided a range of comprehensive mental health assessments designed to support young people and families in understanding and navigating their wellbeing journey. These include:
- Mental State Examination (MSE)
- Risk Assessments
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Substance Use Assessments
- Diagnostic Formulation (within the scope of mental health nursing)
- Functional Assessments
Each assessment is tailored to the individual, aiming to identify strengths, challenges, and areas where early intervention can make a meaningful difference. The Cairn Brae Wellbeing approach is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on empowering young people to take an active role in their mental health care.
Mental Health Care Plans
At Cairn brae Wellbeing Dawn offers personalised mental health care plans that promote recovery, safety, and resilience. These plans are developed in collaboration with young people and their families, and include:
- Recovery-Oriented Care Plans – focused on individual goals, strengths, and pathways to wellbeing.
- Risk Management Plans – designed to identify and reduce potential risks while supporting safety and stability.
- Crisis Plans – created to guide immediate responses during times of distress, ensuring clear steps and supports are in place when urgent help is needed.
Each plan is grounded in evidence-based practice and a compassionate, person-centred approach. The goal is to empower young people to take an active role in their mental health journey, with practical tools and support tailored to their unique needs.
Key Services
At Cairn Brae Wellbeing you are provided a range of targeted mental health support services designed to meet the diverse needs of young people and their families. These include:
- Brief Interventions – using evidence-based approaches such as Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support change and build coping strategies.
- Psychoeducation – helping individuals and families understand mental health conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
- Medication Support & Education – offering guidance around prescribed medications, including understanding effects, side effects, and promoting safe use.
- Care Coordination – working collaboratively with GPs, psychiatrists, psychologists, and allied health professionals to ensure integrated and consistent care.
- Advocacy – supporting young people and families to navigate systems, access services, and have their voices heard.
- Family Support & Education – providing tools and knowledge to help families better understand and support their loved ones.
- Relapse Prevention – developing strategies to maintain wellbeing and reduce the risk of future mental health challenges.
Carin Brae Wellbeing's approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to early intervention. Each service is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual, with a focus on empowering young people to take charge of their mental health journey.
Clinical Supervision is also provided at Carin Brae Wellbeing for mental health professionals who require this service as part of their registration requirements or for personal support and guidance.