If you or someone you know is doing it tough out there, it's important to find the appropriate help.
Please reach out to someone you trust or choose a service below.
Australia
In an Emergency
If someone is in immediate danger or would harm themselves or others –
Call 000 (Emergency Services) or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
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Lifeline
24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention for anyone in distress.
Call 13 11 14 (24/7)
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Suicide Call Back Service
24/7 telephone/online counselling for people at risk of suicide, or those caring for someone at risk.
Call 1300 659 467
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Beyond Blue
Support, advice and referrals around anxiety, depression, mental-health concerns for individuals, families and friends.
Call 1300 22 4636 — available 24/7
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Kids Helpline
Free, 24/7 confidential counselling for children, teens and young adults (ages 5–25). Great for younger people feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or in crisis.
Call 1800 55 1800 (24/7)
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headspace
Support for young people (12–25) and their families — mental health, counselling, general wellbeing, referrals, supportive resources.
Call 1800 650 890 (or access online chat via their website)
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Medicare Mental Health Centres
Government-run mental health support and referrals — helpful if you don’t have a private therapist, or need a more formal/cost-effective option.
Call 1800 595 212 (Mon–Fri, general availability)
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Psychology Today
Choose from a directory of Therapists in Australia that can help you make sense of things.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/au
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