AskIzzy
National
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Medicare Mental Health
National
Medicare Mental Health is a free service that connects you with mental health support.
https://www.medicarementalhealth.gov.au/
General Mental Health
BeyondBlue
National
Beyond Blue is a national organisation that provides information and counselling for people with mental health issues in Australia. You can check your mental health, talk to a counsellor, join online forums, find a coach, or get involved in events and campaigns.
LifeLine
National
Lifeline is a national charity that offers 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services to all Australians. You can call, chat, text or access online resources and tools to help you cope with emotional distress, trauma, stress, anxiety and more.
SANE
National
SANE is a national charity that supports people with recurring, persistent or complex mental health issues and trauma, and their families, friends and communities. SANE offers online forums, counselling, peer support, education, advocacy and creative programs.
SuicideLine Victoria
Victoria
SuicideLine Victoria is a 24/7 telehealth service that offers free professional phone and online counselling for people living in Victoria.
Suicide Call Back Service
National
Suicide Call Back Service offers free professional 24/7 telephone counselling support to people at risk of suicide, concerned about someone at risk, bereaved by suicide and people experiencing emotional or mental health issues.
https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Butterfly Foundation
National
Butterfly Foundation is a national charity that provides support, advocacy and education for people with eating disorders and body image issues in Australia. Find out how to access services, screening tools, programs, events and stories of hope.
PANDA
National
PANDA supports the mental health and wellbeing of expecting, new, and growing families. Through a range of information, services and programs PANDA supports parents and families during pregnancy and the first 12 months of a new baby.
COPE: Centre of Perinatal Excellence
National
High-quality, practical information to help you work through all the emotional challenges of becoming and being a parent.
Medicines Line
National
Contact Medicines Line on 1300 MEDICINE for information on prescription, over-the-counter and other medicines (including complementary medicines). Calls are answered by registered pharmacists. The service is available Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm AEST (excluding NSW public holidays).
https://www.health.gov.au/contacts/medicines-line
Alcohol and Drug 24/7 Counselling Online
National
Counselling Online is a free, confidential service that provides 24/7 support to people affected by alcohol or drug use across Australia.
https://www.counsellingonline.org.au/
DirectLine
Victoria
DirectLine offers free and confidential counselling and referral for people concerned about their drinking or drug use. You can talk to a counsellor by phone or online, and get information, support and referral to specialist services.
https://www.directline.org.au/
Gambler’s Help
National
A support service for individuals who need support or assistance with their gambling, or the gambling of someone they care for.
Relationships Australia
National
Relationships Australia provide counselling and support for individuals, couples, and communities to help improve the quality of their relationships.
https://www.relationships.org.au/
Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement
National
Support, information and advice for anyone experiencing grief.
StandBy Suicide Bereavement
National inc Gippsland
StandBy is accessible seven days a week, providing free face-to-face and/or telephone support at a time and place that is best for each individual.
Men's Mental Health
MensLine
National
MensLine Australia is a free telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men anywhere, anytime.
Men’s Referral Service
National
An initiative of ‘No to violence’, this service is a free and confidential helpline that offers counselling, support, and advice to men who have anger, relationship, or parenting issues. The service also provides help to other family members who are experiencing violence or controlling behaviour by men.
Dardi Munwurro’s Brother to Brother
National
Brother to Brother provides phone support for Aboriginal men who need to talk to someone about relationship issues, family violence, parenting, drug and alcohol issues or who are struggling to cope for other reasons.
Staffed by Aboriginal men, including Elders, who have lived experience of these issues.
https://www.dardimunwurro.com.au
Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence
1800RESPECT
National
Confidential information, counselling and support service.
1800RESPECT is available for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence.
https://www.1800respect.org.au/
Full Stop Australia
National
Full Stop Australia: National Violence and Abuse Trauma Counselling and Recovery Service.
WhiteRibbon
National
Supporting a nation where every woman is free from all forms of men’s violence and abuse.
https://www.whiteribbon.org.au/
Financial Safety
National
For women experiencing financial abuse and threats to their economic security and wellbeing.
https://www.financialsafety.org.au/
Family Violence Law Help
National
Each Australian State and Territory has a Family Advocacy and Support Service (‘FASS’). FASS combines free legal advice and support at court for people affected by domestic and family violence. If you are worried about your safety at court or about going to court, please talk to your local FASS before your court date.
https://familyviolencelaw.gov.au/fass/
The Orange Door
Victoria
The Orange Door provides help and support for family violence, as well to as families in need of support with the wellbeing and development of children. The Orange Door is a free service for adults, children and young people who are experiencing or have experienced family violence, and families who need extra support with the care of children. Visit The Orange Door website to find which of their fifteen locations across Victoria is closest to you.
https://www.vic.gov.au/about-the-orange-door
Safe and Equal
Victoria
Safe and Equal is an independent, non-government organisation that supports victim survivors of family and gender-based violence in Victoria. It leads, organises, advocates for, and acts on behalf of its members across the continuum from prevention to recovery.
Respect Victoria
Victoria
Respect Victoria is the dedicated organisation for the prevention of family violence and violence against women in Victoria.
https://www.respectvictoria.vic.gov.au/
Safe Steps
Victoria
Safe Steps provides specialist support services for anyone in Victoria who is experiencing or afraid of family violence. You can contact their 24/7 phone line, get safety planning, access crisis accommodation, and learn more about family violence.
Australian Sexual Assault Services Directory
National
Directory of sexual assault services in Australia.
https://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory
Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault (VIC)
Victoria (Gippsland)
Offer individual counselling and support to children and adults who have experienced, or been impacted by, sexual assault. They provide outreach services to several places across the Gippsland region to support community access to individual counselling, family services, and to engage the Gippsland community in prevention and community development initiatives. They offer a free, confidential 24 hour crisis care service for people who have recently experienced sexual assault or family violence.
Gippsland Family Violence Alliance
Victoria (Gippsland)
The Gippsland Family Violence Alliance (GFVA) advocates for integrated family violence response within our Gippsland communities and assists practitioners who work in the sector to build their knowledge, skills and practice.
https://gippslandfamilyviolencealliance.com.au/
Domestic Violence Crisis Service (DVCS)
Australian Capital Territory
Crisis intervention and counselling, family violence intervention program, education, and information for the community.
NSW Domestic Violence Helpline
New South Wales
Provides telephone counselling, information and referrals for women and same sex partners who are experiencing, or have experienced domestic violence.
T: 1800 656 463 / TTY: 1800 671 442 (24 hours, 7 days a week)
Dawn House (NT)
Darwin
Crisis accommodation and support services for women with children who are experiencing or escaping domestic or family violence.
Domestic Violence Crisis Service (DVCS)
Australian Capital Territory
Crisis intervention and counselling, family violence intervention program, education, and information for the community.
NSW Domestic Violence Helpline
New South Wales
Provides telephone counselling, information and referrals for women and same sex partners who are experiencing, or have experienced domestic violence.
T: 1800 656 463 / TTY: 1800 671 442 (24 hours, 7 days a week)
Darwin Aboriginal and Islander Women’s Shelter (DAIWS) (NT)
Darwin
Support, referral, outreach, and domestic violence crisis accommodation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who are homeless or escaping family violence.
T: (08) 8945 2284 (24 hours, 7 days a week)
DVConnect QLD
Queensland
DVConnect exists to help Queenslanders escape domestic, family and sexual violence by providing crisis helplines, as well as emergency transport and accommodation away from violence. DVConnect is a not-for-profit organisation that has provided statewide specialist domestic, family and sexual violence crisis counselling, intervention, information, safety planning and pathways to safety.
Women’s Safety Services SA
South Australia
A statewide service offering assistance to women experiencing domestic violence in South Australia by providing information, counselling, and safe accommodation options.
https://womenssafetyservices.com.au/
Safe at Home Family Violence Response and Referral Line
Tasmania
Tasmanian information and referral service where callers can access the full range of response, counselling, information, and other support services provided by Safe at Home.
https://www.safeathome.tas.gov.au/
Women’s Domestic Violence Helpline
Western Australia
Statewide service providing support and counselling for women experiencing family and domestic violence.
T: 1800 007 339
1800ELDERHelp
National
ElderHELP is a free call phone number that automatically redirects callers seeking information and advice on Elder abuse to the phone service in their state or territory.
T: 1800 353 374
Crisis Care Helpline (WA)
Western Australia
Western Australia’s after-hours response to report concerns for a child’s safety and wellbeing, information and referrals for people experiencing crisis, advice around homelessness services, and to discuss accommodation assistance and support services for those experiencing Family and Domestic Violence.
T: 1800 199 008 (24 hours, 7 days)
Anglicare Victoria
Anglicare
At Anglicare Victoria, we create opportunities to transform futures. Everything we do is to prevent, protect & empower disadvantaged Victorian children, young people and families. Domestic, family and sexual violence services available.
Anglicare Victoria
Domestic Violence Apps
Daisy
Daisy is an app developed by 1800RESPECT to connect people experiencing violence or abuse to services in their local area. Daisy can be downloaded for free from iTunes or Google Play. Once the app is on your phone, you can use it to search for support services in your local area. Choose the type of service you would like (for example 'Legal services' or 'Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services') and select your state or territory to find services near you.
https://www.1800respect.org.au/daisy
Sunny
Sunny is 1800RESPECT’s app for people with disability who have experienced violence and abuse. Sunny has been co-designed with women with disability to make sure it provides the very best support for the people who use it. Sunny can support women to tell their story, understand what has happened, know their rights and find people who can help.
https://www.1800respect.org.au/sunny
Supporting Others (Carers, Family & Friends)
Carers Australia
National
Carers Australia is a national organisation that advocates for carers and provides information, resources and services.
https://www.carersaustralia.com.au/
Carer Gateway
National
Carer Gateway is a national network of service providers that connect carers with emotional and practical support. Find out if you are a carer, access online courses, counselling, respite, tips and more.
https://www.carergateway.gov.au/
Mental Health Carers Australia
National
Mental Health Carers Australia is the only national advocacy group solely concerned with the well-being and promotion of the needs of families and carers supporting someone with mental ill health.
https://www.mentalhealthcarersaustralia.org.au/
Tandem
Victoria
Tandem is Victoria's peak body for families and carers of people experiencing mental illness and emotional distress. Tandem promotes family and carer advocacy services and reforms to improve the mental health system.
Children of Parents with a Mental Illness
National
The COPMI (Children of Parents with a Mental Illness) national initiative develops information for parents, their family and friends in support of these kids and young people.
First Nations
13 YARN
National
The first national crisis support line for mob who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping.
They offer a confidential one-on-one yarning opportunity with a Lifeline-trained Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander
Healing Foundation
National
The Healing Foundation is a national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation that partners with communities to address the ongoing trauma caused by actions like the forced removal of children from their families. Our work helps people create a different future.
https://healingfoundation.org.au/
Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia
National
Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia's vision is Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership, excellence and presence across all parts of the Australian mental health system and the achievement of the highest attainable standard of social and emotional well being, mental health and suicide prevention outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
https://www.gayaadhuwi.org.au/
Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA)
Victorian
Statewide support service for Aboriginal children and families.
Djirra
Victorian
Djirra provides services across Victoria with offices in metropolitan and regional areas. Djirra will provide both telephone and face to face legal and non-legal support to Aboriginal people who are experiencing or have experienced family violence.
Dardi Munwurro’s Brother to Brother
National
Brother to Brother provides phone support for Aboriginal men who need to talk to someone about relationship issues, family violence, parenting, drug and alcohol issues or who are struggling to cope for other reasons.
Staffed by Aboriginal men, including Elders, who have lived experience of these issues.
https://www.dardimunwurro.com.au
Thrilli
National
We provide emotional and practical support to First Nations families impacted by a loss from suicide or other fatal traumatic incidents.
Yarning Safe 'N' Strong (YSNS)
National
YSNS is a free and confidential counselling service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Yarning SafeNStrong (YSNS) is available to people and families who need to have a yarn with someone about their wellbeing.
https://www.vahs.org.au/yarning-safenstrong/
BLAQ
National
BlaQ Aboriginal Corporation is committed to empowering the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTQ+SB community through innovation, inclusion, understanding and advocacy.
Strong Spirit Strong Mind
Western Australia
Provides an extensive directory of resources to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' social and emotional wellbeing.
https://strongspiritstrongmind.com.au/
Bunyarabugalma Youth
National
Keeping our young people safe and well will help grow our next generation of strong leaders. It can be tough being a teenager today and our youth may need support around stress, self-harm and suicide, relationships and domestic violence.
LGBITQA+
Qlife
National
QLife is a service for people in Australia who want to talk about sexuality, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships. You can call, webchat or email QLife and get help from experienced and trusted LGBTIQ+ staff and volunteers.
DVA Foundation
Nation
Supporting LGBTQ victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse through awareness, education and breaking down barriers to accessing help.
https://www.dvafoundation.org/
LGBTIQ+ Health Australia
National
Supporting healthy lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/transgender, intersex, queer and other sexuality, gender, and bodily diverse people and communities throughout Australia and the world, free from stigma and discrimination.
https://www.lgbtiqhealth.org.au/
Rainbow Door
Victoria
LGBTIQA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Gender Diverse, Intersex, Queer, Asexual, BrotherBoys, SisterGirls) helpline providing information, support, and referral to all LGBTIQA+ Victorians, their friends and family.
Rainbow Door supports people of all ages and identities with issues that may include suicidal thoughts, family and intimate partner violence (including elder abuse), alcohol and other drugs, relationship issues, sexual assault, social isolation, mental health and wellbeing.
https://www.rainbowdoor.org.au/
Charlee
National
A suicide prevention hub made by LGBTIQA+ people who have thought about suicide, lived through suicide attempts, supported others in distress and live with the pain of loss through suicide.
Say it Out Loud
National
Say It Out Loud encourages LGBTQ+ communities to have healthy relationships, get help for unhealthy relationships and support their friends.
ACON
National
We’re here to help LGBTQ+ people and people with HIV take control of their mental health by providing a range of counselling services and a care coordination program for people with complex needs.
Rainbow Families
National
'Rainbow Families' is the leading voice for LGBTQ+ families in Australia. We are committed to our mission as a charity to support, connect, celebrate, empower, and advocate for LGBTQ+ parents and their families at every stage of their lives. We serve as an important voice for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, diverse, and queer (LGBTQ+) parents and their children.
https://www.rainbowfamilies.com.au/
Multicultural
Embrace Multicultural Mental Health
National
Embrace is a national organisation that empowers Australians from multicultural backgrounds to embrace mental health and wellbeing. It provides information, support, training and resources in various languages and formats.
https://www.embracementalhealth.org.au/
Australian Muslim Women’s Centre for Human Rights (AMWCHR)
National
Provides support for women in family violence situations, including risk assessment, safety planning and case planning. Services also provide help understanding the Child Protection system, policing and courts, support with Early Forced Marriage or Islamic Divorce, information and referral for migration issues, outreach services, cultural and emotional support, and access to emergency relief and crisis services, housing, legal, health, mental health, material, and financial aid.
Forum of Australian Services for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (FASSTT)
National
The Forum of Australian Services for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (FASSTT) is a network of Australia’s eight specialist rehabilitation agencies that work with survivors of torture and trauma who have come to Australia from overseas. Most clients of FASSTT agencies have come to Australia as refugees or humanitarian entrants. FASSTT agencies also work with survivors of torture and trauma who have come to Australia as asylum seekers. There is one FASSTT member agency in each state and territory of Australia.
Foundation House
Victoria
Foundation House work directly with individual survivors of refugee backgrounds, their families and their communities.
Our vision is a world without torture and where communities respect, embrace and empower people from refugee backgrounds to thrive.
https://foundationhouse.org.au/
In Touch
National
InTouch provides services, programs and responses to family violence in migrant and refugee communities.
Transcultural Mental Health Centre
New South Wales
The Transcultural Mental Health Centre (TMHC) works with health professionals and communities across New South Wales to support positive mental health for people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre
MyBlueSky
National
Provides free legal and migration support to people experiencing forced marriage and other forms of modern slavery in Australia.
Translating and Interpreting Service
National
The Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) is an interpreting service provided by the Department of Home Affairs for people who do not speak English and for agencies and businesses that need to communicate with their non-English speaking clients,
https://www.tisnational.gov.au/
Gippsland Multicultural Services
Victoria
Gippsland Multicultural Services (GMS) stands as your local beacon of support in the heart of Gippsland.
We offer comprehensive assistance with settlement, employment, social support, disability services, and home help.
We nurture an inclusive, supportive, and vibrant community where individuals from all cultural backgrounds can truly thrive.
Child and Adolescent
Kids Helpline
National
Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free, confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.
Qualified counsellors at Kids Helpline are available anytime and for any reason.
ReachOut
National
ReachOut is a safe place to chat anonymously, get support and feel better when life doesn't go as planned. Find information, tips and stories on topics like anxiety, depression, sexuality, work and more.
headspace
National
headspace offers online and in-person support for young people and their families on mental health, work and study, and more. Find a centre, join a chat, or create a free account to access personalised resources and tools.
Most (Orygen)
National
MOST is safe, online mental health support designed to help young people who are going through a challenging time. It provides online tools and support to help you get back on track with the things that matter – like friends, mental health, work and study.
Bunyarabugalma Youth
National
Keeping our young people safe and well will help grow our next generation of strong leaders. It can be tough being a teenager today and our youth may need support around stress, self-harm and suicide, relationships and domestic violence.
Emerging Minds
National
Emerging Minds has supported the mental health and emotional wellbeing of Australian infants, children and families for over 20 years. Whether you’re a practitioner, parent, family member or organisation, Emerging Minds can help you connect with better mental health information and approaches for infants, children and families.
Minus18
National
Australia's charity improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ young people.
Workplace
Mates in Construction
National
MATES is a charity established in 2008 to reduce the high level of suicide among Australian construction workers.
TIACS
National
TIACS is a free phone and text counselling service offering mental health support to Australia’s blue-collar community.
OZHELP
National
24/7 phone support for building and construction, and transport and logistics workers.
Drs4Drs
National
A 24/7 national support line that provides confidential peer support for Medical professionals and medical students.
Dental Practitioner Support
National
A 24/7 national service that provides confidential advice and support for dental practitioners.
Nurse & Midwife Support
National
A 24/7 national support service for nurses & midwives that provides confidential advice and referral.
Thrive at Work
National
Thrive at Work is a world-first well-being initiative centred on designing work that helps employees, organisations and industry to thrive. Thrive at Work has been developed with leading mental health bodies – for and with, businesses.
https://www.thriveatwork.org.au/
Veterans and First Responders
Open Arms
National
Open Arms offers free and confidential counselling, treatment programs, workshops and self-help tools for Navy, Army and Air Force personnel, veterans and their families. Call 1800-011-046 for 24/7 support or find out more about their services and resources.
ADF Mental Health All-hours Support Line
National
Confidential 24-hour telephone service for ADF members and their families
Ph: 1800 628 036
Fortem
National
Fortem leads Australia in delivering independent support to first responders and their families.
https://fortemaustralia.org.au/
Responder Assist
Victoria
Responder Assist offers counselling, information and advice to Emergency Workers Impacted by Trauma.
https://www.phoenixaustralia.org/responder-assist/
National Emergency Worker Support Service
National
The National Emergency Worker Service offers support and treatment to emergency workers who are struggling with the impacts of trauma.
https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/education-services/national-emergency-worker-support-service/
Legal, Financial and Emergency Services
Legal Aid
National
This site links to legal aid services available in Australian states and territories. Contact your local legal aid service for legal assistance.
https://www.nationallegalaid.org/
Department of Social Services – Emergency Relief
National
If you urgently need help with living expenses, the DSS can put you through to local emergency relief services.
The National Debt Hotline
National
National Debt Helpline is a not-for-profit service that helps people tackle their debt problems. You can call for free, confidential advice on utility bills, mortgage payments, rent, credit cards, personal loans, Centrelink issues, joint debts, and general financial assistance.
Rural
ifarmwell
National
ifarmwell is a free online toolkit to help farmers cope effectively with life’s challenges and get the most out of every day, regardless of the circumstances they face.
ifarmwell has been designed based on what Australian farmers have said they want and what research shows will help.
Sober in the Country
National
Sober in the country helps people living in rural and regional areas say 'No' to alcohol.
https://www.soberinthecountry.org/
Rural Adversity Mental Health Program
New South Wales
Coordinators across regional, rural and remote NSW providing personalised advice to link individuals who need assistance for their mental health to the most appropriate services and resources.
Regional Access
South Australia
Free professional telephone and chat counselling for people 15 years and older living or working in regional South Australia. Can help with: anger management, anxiety, financial worries, grief and loss, hopelessness, isolation and loneliness, low self-esteem, relationship issues and family problems, sadness, short-term depression, stress, wellbeing and work stress. The Regional Access counselling service is available for anyone who lives or works in regional, rural or remote South Australia, outside of the Adelaide metropolitan region.
https://saregionalaccess.org.au/
Lived Experience
Lived Experience Australia
National
For over 20 years Lived Experience Australia (LEA) has been advocating for and with those with lived experience of mental ill-health, their carers and family members. LEA is a national systemic advocacy, research, and capacity building organisation.
https://www.livedexperienceaustralia.com.au/
Lived Experience Leadership & Advocacy Network (LELAN) - SA
South Australia
LELAN is the independent peak body in South Australia by, for and with people with lived experience of mental distress, social issues or injustice. Our purpose is to amplify the voice, influence and leadership of people with lived experience to drive systemic change.
Victorian Mental Illness Awareness Council (VMIAC)
Victoria
VMIAC is the peak body for people with lived experience of mental and emotional distress in Victoria. They regularly advocate for improvements to the mental health system.
Flourish
Tasmania
Flourish help people with lived experience to meet the challenges of everyday life.
https://www.flourishaustralia.org.au/
BEING: Mental Health Consumers (BEING) - NSW.
New South Wales
BEING – Mental Health Consumers is the independent, NSW peak organisation speaking with and for people with lived/living experience of mental health issues and emotional distress. Our primary focus is to ensure the voices of people with mental health issues are heard by decision makers, service providers, and the community, to lead and influence systemic change in services and systems
Consumers of Mental Health WA (CoMHWA)
Western Australia
We strengthen and advance the voice, leadership and expertise of people with lived experience of mental health issues.
Mental Health Lived Experience Peak Queensland (MHLEPQ)
Queensland
The Mental Health Lived Experience Peak Queensland (MHLEPQ) is the Peak Body for mental health consumers in Queensland. We provide policy advice and systems advocacy for consumers of mental health services of all ages in Queensland.
Mental Health Lived Experience Tasmania (MHLET)
Tasmania
Use their lived/living experience to advocate for change.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Lived Experience Centre
National
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Lived Experience Centre elevates the voices of First Nations people and shares their stories to co-design, inform, and deliver culturally safe mental health and suicide prevention initiatives.
National Mental Health Consumer and Carer Forum
National
A Combined National Voice for Mental Health Consumers and Carers.
International
Find A Helpline
International website listing international helplines.