Mental Health & Crisis Support Australia

You are not alone. Help is always available.

Whether you are in crisis, supporting someone else, or just looking for a place to start — these Australian services offer free, confidential support around the clock.

Crisis & Suicide Prevention

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Lifeline24/7

24/7 crisis support — call 13 11 14 or chat online

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Beyond Blue24/7

Support for anxiety and depression — 1300 22 4636

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Suicide Call Back Service24/7

Free counselling — call 1300 659 467 or video chat

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13YARN24/7

Crisis support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people — 13 92 76

General Mental Health

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Head to Health

Australian Government mental health gateway — find local services and digital tools

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Black Dog Institute

Research and resources on depression, bipolar and PTSD

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SANE Australia

Support for complex mental illness — online forums, helpline (Mon–Fri)

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MindSpot

Free online clinics for anxiety, depression and PTSD — no referral needed

For Young People

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headspace

Youth mental health — 12–25 years old. Walk in, phone or online

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Kids Helpline24/7

Free, private counselling 5–25 years — 1800 55 1800, 24/7

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ReachOut

Mental health tools and peer support for young Australians

Domestic Violence & Safety

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1800RESPECT24/7

National sexual assault, domestic violence support — 1800 737 732, 24/7

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Safe Steps (VIC)

Family violence response centre — 1800 015 188

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