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Whether you’re personally seeking relief from stress, anxiety, or depression, or looking to support others in their mental health journey, you’ll find valuable information and resources here. All of which are aimed at helping you look after yourself and those around you.

Welcome to The Laughter Clinic

The Mental Health of the Australian population is a significant concern. Issues such as anxiety, depression, and substance abuse are widespread and can affect anyone at any age. Factors like social isolation, financial stress, and limited access to mental health services are just some of the current challenges faced by many Australians.

From Men’s Sheds to Mining Companies, we have been redefining mental wellness and suicide prevention with a unique approach to self-care that focuses on the physical and psychological benefits of humour and laughter. Research from around the world has repeatedly yielded promising results regarding the ability of humour and laughter to help increase resilience and improve levels of optimism and self-esteem.

Our innovative presentations, workshops, and education programs can be tailored to suit your specific requirements. We guarantee to both entertain and educate your audience.

My name is Mark McConville, welcome to The Laughter Clinic. I invite you to explore our website to learn more about our services and how we can support your mental health and suicide prevention efforts.

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Support Services

Organisations that provide support services and assistance for individuals with mental health needs.

Please note, The Laughter Clinic does not provide crisis intervention or counselling services. If you need immediate assistance in Australia Dial 000 or Lifeline Ph. 13 11 14.

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What they say about us

Discover stories of transformation and gratitude. Our clients share how laughter and our programs have brought hope, joy, and positive change to their lives.
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  • I gained amazing insight into humour and its benefits which I hadn’t considered.

    4 Aussie Heroes
    Triumph Over Trauma
    Program Participant

  • I did not realise how important laughter and humour was. At the end of the session, I actually felt good from laughing.

    4 Aussie Heroes
    Triumph Over Trauma
    Program Participant

  • Brilliant, it was so good to laugh. Mark was awesome, had a great message on suicide prevention and awareness.

    4 Aussie Heroes
    Triumph Over Trauma
    Program Participant

  • It was powerful, fun and really highlighted a side of mental health that often gets overlooked.

    4 Aussie Heroes
    Triumph Over Trauma
    Program Participant

  • Loved it – educational, useful and fun!

    4 Aussie Heroes
    Triumph Over Trauma
    Program Participant

  • Fantastic, humour with a message. Thank you. Forgot how good it was to laugh.

    4 Aussie Heroes
    Triumph Over Trauma
    Program Participant

  • Mark was insightful and it was helpful to hear his story in a good mix of comedy, helping to further bring our group and partners/support persons together.

    4 Aussie Heroes
    Triumph Over Trauma
    Program Participant

  • Very helpful – understanding my humour is ok.

    4 Aussie Heroes
    Triumph Over Trauma
    Program Participant

  • His comedy act was absolutely brilliant. His life observations and stories had everyone in fits of laughter. He read the group very well and ensured that the content was appropriate and humorous. He certainly put the icing on an enjoyable day

    Williment Sports Travel

  • From the moment you started your MC role and welcomed the members of this VIP group, it was obvious that everyone was in for a very enjoyable evening. Your comedy performance was great. I particularly loved the way you interacted with everyone in the room. Thank you so much for your great contribution to an enjoyable and memorable evening

    Tourism Development Department Ipswich City Council

  • Just wanted to say that Mark was fantastic!!! What a great way to end a long productive day! At the conference we handed out a questionnaire asking our guys to rate all of the various areas, ie, venue, accommodation, food, speakers, etc etc and you should be very pleased to know that Mark averaged 9.1 out of 10. Not only was he very very funny but so friendly, staying around for a bit of a chat. Would highly recommend him and have him attend again.

    Amazing Clean Head Office

  • Mark was great. A total gentleman and a very funny man. We would certainly consider using him again, he worked a treat, and we received very positive feedback.

    VASA

  • I wasn’t onsite to experience him firsthand but apparently our delegates loved him!

    CPA Australia

  • Mark was fantastic. We were very happy and our awards dinner was a great success. Thank you.

    Raine & Horne Real Estate

  • Mark was very professional and a pleasure to work with, his style was very embracing and down to earth. For a tough crowd he certainly nailed it, the feedback was fantastic!

    Queensland Newsagents Federation

  • Mark did both the MC role and our key entertainment on the night and his expertise in this role as MC made the night just that much easier and more professional. He met with the venue staff, arranged tables and assisted in the planning for the night, his comedy section on the night had our guests crying for more.

    Rail Tram and Bus Union QLD Branch President

  • Mark was really engaging. I enjoyed his positive energy. The way he opened up about himself and expressed his vulnerability was powerful. It was a good reminder of the importance of being there for friends and family.

    Alexandra Secondary College Country Victoria

  • Mark did a great job engaging our students. He was able to give the hard messages in a way that didn’t focus on the negatives but gave a reason for changing the way we can do things. His messages were simple and easy to understand and will, hopefully, be easy to implement. I loved the away he involved our students and got the other students to cheer their input.

    Alexandra Secondary College Country Victoria

  • The kids loved him. His message was well and truly heard. 77% of participants learnt new mental health strategies.

    Yea High School Country Victoria