Healy’s Next Venture: Human-First Mental Health

Last month, former Judo Bank co-founder and CEO Joseph Healy shared an emotional account of the tragic loss of his son George to a fentanyl-laced overdose during the COVID-19 pandemic - an event that transformed his life and professional purpose. In the wake of this heartbreak, Healy announced he would step away from mainstream banking to dedicate himself to improving mental-health services across Australia.

Healy is now spearheading a bold new venture to acquire and professionalise around 125 independent mental-health clinics in Sydney and Melbourne. Rather than relying solely on digital tools, his model places skilled clinicians and human connection at its core, aiming to blend best-practice accountability with genuine, person-centred care.

“We need to ensure every Australian facing mental-health challenges can access compassionate, high-quality support - no matter where they live,” Healy told clients at a recent Hamilton Wealth event, highlighting his determination to close gaps in the current system.

For the full story, head over to The Australian: “Renaissance man Healy’s Judo move to mental health”.

The Malu Health Group