When You Need More Support
Mental health is vital for overall well-being and daily functioning.
It influences our thoughts, feelings, and actions, affecting relationships and productivity. Prioritising mental health through self-care and support enhances resilience and quality of life.
When Asking a Friend Is Just Not Enough
This page offers support pathways and information only.
It is not medical, psychological, or crisis counselling advice.
If you are in immediate danger in Australia, call 000. If you are experiencing crisis or suicidal thoughts, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or your local emergency service.
Sometimes we need more support than friends and family can provide. Here are trusted resources for additional help:
Crisis Support (24/7)
Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 (free, confidential crisis support)
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 (depression, anxiety, suicide prevention)
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 (24/7 telephone and online counselling)
Mental Health Support
Black Dog Institute: blackdoginstitute.org.au (depression and bipolar resources)
Anxiety Australia: anxietyaustralia.com.au (anxiety disorders support and information)
SANE Australia: sane.org (mental illness support and advocacy)
Head to Health: headtohealth.gov.au (government mental health services directory)
Addiction & Recovery
Alcoholics Anonymous: aa.org.au (meetings and support for alcohol addiction)
SMART Recovery: smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au (self-management addiction recovery)
Narcotics Anonymous: na.org.au (drug addiction support and meetings)
Specialised Support
PANDA: panda.org.au (perinatal anxiety and depression support)
Grief Link: grieflink.org.au (bereavement and loss support)
Relationships Australia: relationships.org.au (couples and family counselling)
Professional Help
Psychology Today: psychologytoday.com (find therapists and psychologists)
Australian Psychological Society: psychology.org.au (find registered psychologists)
Your GP: Always a good first step for referrals and mental health care plans
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You deserve support.