mental health resources
This information is general in nature. It is not individualised or specific, and doesn't stand in place of personalised advice/support from a trained and authorised professional. The links below include some resources to a number of authorised support services. If you are in need of help, please reach out to a medical professional, and/or LifeLine.
“We are a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. We exist so that no person in Australia has to face their darkest moments alone.”
Link to the Support Toolkit
“headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds.
Each year, headspace helps thousands of young people access vital support through our headspace centres in communities across Australia, our online and phone counselling services, our vocational services, and our presence in schools.
headspace can help young people with mental health, physical health (including sexual health), alcohol and other drug services, and work and study support.”
“Black Dog Institute is a proudly independent not-for-profit globally renowned mental health research institute connected to UNSW Sydney. We are the only medical research institute in Australia that investigates mental health across the lifespan—from childhood to adulthood.
We believe in creating hope for those experiencing mental illness by improving mental health outcomes for all Australians.”
“Social and Emotional Wellbeing For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.”
“Head to Health helps everyone access the mental health and wellbeing services that are right for them. It makes it easier to navigate and choose the most suitable care options, whether that’s face-to-face, via phone, or online.”
“Making space for complex mental health.
SANE is for people with recurring, persistent or complex mental health issues and trauma, and for their families, friends and communities.”
“Beyond Blue is here to help all people in Australia achieve their best possible mental health.
Earlier, easier, together.
Whether you're seeking mental health information or 24/7 qualified support for you or someone else, we're here for you. “