Need help now? Call Triple Zero (000) or go to a hospital if you are in immediate danger.

 

If you or someone you care about is distressed, in crisis, suicidal or needs someone to talk to, help is available. The following services provide confidential, non-judgemental support.

Health professionals

Talk to your doctor about your concerns and ask for an assessment or referral. Some general practitioners (GPs) have additional training and expertise in mental health.

Phone 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) for 24 hour assessment, referral, advice, and hospital and community health centre contact details.

Medicare rebates are available for a range of mental health treatments, including up to 10 individual consultations and up to 10 group therapy sessions with a mental health professional. You’ll need a referral from a general practitioner, psychiatrist or paediatrician to be eligible.

Online treatment

MoodGYM is an innovative, interactive web program designed to prevent depression. It consists of 5 modules, an interactive game, anxiety and depression assessments, downloadable relaxation audio, a workbook and feedback assessment.

Telephone counselling services

Lifeline
Counselling services for anyone at anytime.
Phone 13 11 14

Kids Helpline
Telephone and online counselling for young people aged 12-25.
Phone 1800 551 800

SANE helpline
Information, advice and referral for mental illness.
Phone 1800 187 263

beyondblue
Information and referral for depression and anxiety.
Phone 1300 224 636

Parentline
Support, counselling and education for parents.
Phone 1300 301 300

Diverse Voices
Peer counselling service for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex people and their families and friends.
Phone 1800 184 527 (3pm to midnight)

Open Arms - Veterans and Family Counselling Service
Counselling and group programs for Australian veterans, peacekeepers and their families.
Phone 1800 011 046

ARAFMI
Support for family, friends and carers of people with mental illness.
Phone 1800 351 881

Men’s Line
Telephone and online support, information and referral service to help men with relationship and other problems.
Phone 1300 789 978

Stop it now Australia
Anyone who is concerned about their own or someone else’s sexual thoughts or behaviour towards children can call their anonymous helpline.
Phone 1800 01 1800

Support groups

• Grow is Australia's leading mutual help program for people with a mental illness.

Helpful resources

• Queensland Health offer mental health information and resources.
• Contact the Australian Psychological Society on 1800 333 497 to find a psychologist.
• Use the Lifeline service finder to find other free or low cost health and community services in your area.
• Enrol in a Mental Health First Aid course so you can help someone developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis.