Mel Symon
PhD Student
Centre for Health Services Research

Qualifications
M Mental Health, M Professional Management, B Soc Sc.
Biography
Melinda Symon is the Director of Hader Group Queensland, overseeing private hospital and residential rehabilitation services specialising in alcohol and drug recovery and mental health programs for over a decade. Passionate about improving addiction treatment, she has recently submitted her PhD at the University of Queensland, focusing on "mHealth App as an Aftercare Resource for Relapse Prevention Post AOD Residential Rehabilitation." With extensive experience in healthcare leadership and innovative treatment approaches, Melinda is committed to advancing recovery solutions that enhance long-term outcomes for individuals faced with addiction and mental health challenges.