Australian Helplines

It's important to remember that you're not alone, and that it's okay to reach out for help. It's normal to feel hesitant or embarrassed about seeking support, but please know that there is no shame in asking for help.

Many people struggle with their mental health at some point in their lives, and seeking support can be a positive step towards healing and recovery.

The helplines and resources listed on this page are there to provide confidential and non-judgmental support, so that you can feel safe and supported in seeking help. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need to - remember, it's always better to reach out for help than to suffer in silence.

Beyond Blue:

• Provides support for mental health and wellbeing, including depression, anxiety and suicide prevention.

• Phone number: 1300 22 4636.

• Website: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/

MensLine Australia:

• MensLine Australia: Provides telephone and online support, information and referral for men experiencing relationship or family issues.

• Phone number: 1300 78 99 78.

• Website: https://mensline.org.au/

Lifeline:

• Lifeline: Provides crisis support and suicide prevention services 24/7.

• Phone number: 13 11 14.

• Website: https://www.lifeline.org.au/

1800RESPECT:

• 1800RESPECT: Provides confidential information, counselling and support for anyone experiencing sexual assault or domestic and family violence.

• Phone number: 1800 737 732.

• Website: https://www.1800respect.org.au/

Suicide Call Back Service:

• Suicide Call Back Service: Provides crisis support and counselling to people at risk of suicide, their carers and bereaved.

• Phone number: 1300 659 467.

• Website: https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/

Headspace:

• Headspace: Provides mental health support and information to young people aged 12-25 and their families.

• Phone number: 1800 650 890.

• Website: https://headspace.org.au/

Kids Helpline:

• Kids Helpline: Provides free, confidential counselling and support for children and young people aged 5-25.

• Phone number: 1800 55 1800.

• Website: https://kidshelpline.com.au/

QLife:

• QLife: Provides anonymous, LGBTI peer support and referral for people in Australia.

• Phone number: 1800 184 527.

• Website: https://qlife.org.au/

Alcohol and Drug Foundation:

• Alcohol and Drug Foundation: Provides information, support and resources on alcohol and other drugs.

• Phone number: 1300 85 85 84.

• Website: https://adf.org.au/

NSW Health - GOV:

• Visit the NSW Health - Mental health services and support contact list: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/mentalhealth/services/Pages/support-contact-list.aspx