Resources
Contacts for other professionals, support services and information in addition to therapy, and when your therapist is unavailable between sessions and on leave.
Staying Safe
Mental Health Emergencies:
If you (or someone you care about) are thinking about harming yourself or someone else and need immediate help, call 000
OR
Mental Health Triage, Information, Assessment and Referral 24/7 - check by residential suburb for the phone number
Care in Mind 1300 096 269
Free phone and online counselling 24/7 for people living, working or studying in Melbourne’s northern, central and western suburbs
Suicide Call Back 1300 659 467
Free phone and online counselling from qualified professionals 24/7 if you are feeling suicidal, are worried about or caring for someone who is/may be suicidal or if you have lost someone to suicide
Head to Health 1800 595 212
Free mental health services provided by the Australian Government
Support, information and confidential counselling for those who are impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence, 24/7.
Call, text, online chat and video call, plus information on their webpage
Support services and information connecting the LGBTQIA+ community
Including the Rainbow Door, 10am-5pm 7 days, 1800 729 367, phone, email and sms support
Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
Phone support and self-help options 24/7
Beyond Blue 1300 224 636
Call or chat with a counsellor 24/7
Lifeline. 13 11 14
Call, chat or text 24/7