Direct Online Support Services for Clients
These are online services that staff can refer clients to directly. They typically provide: 1) Crisis support (e.g. helplines, text/chat services); 2) Counselling (via phone, online, or in-person); 3) Self-help tools (e.g. safety planning apps, mental health assessments); and/or 4) Peer support or culturally appropriate services.
Contact Medicare Mental Health (formally known as Head to Health) ↗ on 1800 595 212 (Mon-Fri 8:30AM-5:00PM local time) to learn more about local in-person services you can refer clients to.
Description
24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services, including phone, text, and online chat.
Free 24/7 phone and online counselling for people at risk of suicide, concerned about someone, or bereaved by suicide.
Support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention, including phone and online counselling.
Mental health support for young people aged 12–25, including online and phone counselling.
Free, confidential counselling for young people aged 5–25 via phone and online chat.
Support for men with emotional health, family, and relationship concerns, including phone and online counselling
National crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, providing culturally safe support.
Anonymous, LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings, or relationships.
Free and confidential counselling for current and former ADF members and their families
Support for people affected by complex mental health issues, including phone and online counselling.
Lived experience suicide prevention support and resources.
Support for individuals and communities bereaved or impacted by suicide.
Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by suicide or other trauma.
Offers free and confidential advice about alcohol and other drugs, available 24/7.
Provides support to those in the construction industry, aiming to reduce suicide rates through peer support and community development programs.
A confidential telehealth service specifically for doctors and medical students struggling with their mental health
A service providing counselling, information, and support for individuals affected by domestic, family, or sexual violence.
Provides mental health advice and referrals for Australian Defence Force members and their families.
Free online mental health assessment and treatment courses for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or chronic pain.
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