Find support
Find support
Start with the option that fits what is happening now. Australian urgent contacts come first; international directories are listed separately below.
Immediate danger
If someone is in immediate danger
Call 000 now if you or someone else is in immediate danger. If you can, move to a safer place while you wait for help.
Call 000In Australia, Triple Zero (000) connects you to police, fire or ambulance services.
Australian crisis support
These services provide confidential crisis counselling and support across Australia. You do not need to decide whether your situation is serious enough before calling.
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Lifeline
Confidential crisis support for anyone in Australia who is feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping.
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Details checked 2026-08-01
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Suicide Call Back Service
Free nationwide phone and online counselling for people affected by suicide.
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Details checked 2026-08-01
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Kids Helpline
Free, confidential counselling for children and young people aged 5 to 25.
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Details checked 2026-08-01
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Beyond Blue
Brief counselling, information and support for anxiety, depression and wellbeing.
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Details checked 2026-08-01
Professional and youth support
Use these services to learn about professional support, evidence-informed information and options designed for young people.
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Medicare Mental Health
Australian Government information and pathways to mental health support, formerly Head to Health.
Details checked 2026-08-01
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Black Dog Institute
Research, clinical services and resources about depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.
Details checked 2026-08-01
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SANE Australia
Support, resources and advocacy for people living with complex mental health concerns and those who support them.
Details checked 2026-08-01
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ReachOut
Mental health information, peer support and practical tools for young people and their parents.
Details checked 2026-08-01
Mindfulness and online programs
Self-guided programs can complement professional care, but they are not crisis services or a replacement for treatment.
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Smiling Mind
Free mindfulness meditation app and programs for individuals, families, schools and workplaces.
Details checked 2026-08-01
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The Resilience Project
Programs and resources focused on gratitude, empathy, mindfulness and emotional literacy.
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This Way Up
Online courses and resources designed to build practical skills for mental health and wellbeing.
Details checked 2026-08-01
International directories
If you are outside Australia, use these directories to find a service in your country. In immediate danger, call your local emergency number.
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MentalHealth.gov (US)
Official US government website with information and resources.
Details checked 2026-08-01
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Mind (UK)
Comprehensive mental health information and support in the UK.
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National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH - US)
Leading research institute, with resources and information on mental disorders.
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Find A Helpline
A country-by-country directory of verified helplines for free, confidential support.
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Befrienders Worldwide
An international network and directory of emotional-support centres.
Details checked 2026-08-01