Need Emotional Assistance

Accessing Mental Health Support Across Australia

Facing challenges in life, particularly when unable to work or deal with health issues, can be an overwhelming experience. Emotional well-being is crucial during such times, and it's important to know that support is available. Various counselling and mental health services across Australia are ready to assist, often free or cheaply. 

New South Wales (NSW):

Lifeline NSW

	Lifeline NSW offers 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services. Trained counsellors are available to provide emotional support and help you navigate difficult times.
Phone	13 11 14
Website	https://www.lifeline.org.au/

Australian Capital Territory (ACT):

Lifeline ACT

	Lifeline ACT provides similar services to those in NSW, offering critical support for those facing emotional distress.
Phone	13 11 14
Website	https://www.lifeline.org.au/

Victoria (VIC):

Victoria (VIC):

	Beyond Blue is a leading mental health organization offering support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention. Their services are available 24/7.
Phone	1300 22 4636
Website	https://www.beyondblue.org.au

Queensland (QLD):

Queensland (QLD):

	Queensland Health provides mental health services, including emergency response and ongoing support for individuals facing mental health crises.
Phone	13 43 25
Website	https://www.qmhc.qld.gov.au/find-support-services

Western Australia (WA):

Mental Health Emergency Response Line

	This service offers immediate support for mental health emergencies, helping individuals in crisis with immediate intervention and referrals.
Phone	1300 555 788
Website	https://www.mhc.wa.gov.au/

South Australia (SA):

SA Health - Mental Health Triage Service

	SA Health provides a triage service that assesses mental health emergencies and connects individuals with appropriate care.
Phone	13 14 65
Website	https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/

Tasmania (TAS):

Mental Health Services Helpline

	Tasmania's Mental Health Services Helpline offers support and guidance for mental health issues, including crisis intervention.
Phone	1800 332 388
Website	https://www.health.tas.gov.au/health-topics/mental-health

Northern Territory (NT):

NT Mental Health Line

	This service provides mental health support across the Northern Territory, offering crisis support and connections to local mental health services.
Phone	1800 682 288
Website	https://nt.gov.au/wellbeing/mental-health

National Suicide Support Line:

If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, Lifeline Australia provides 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services. You can reach them at 13 11 14 or connect online for chat or text support.

Additional Mental Health Resources:

Headspace is a national youth mental health foundation providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year-olds. Their services cover mental health, physical health, work and study support, and alcohol and other drug services.
Website	https://headspace.org.au/
Phone	1800 650 890

Kids Helpline is a free, private, confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for people aged 5 to 25.
Website	https://kidshelpline.com.au/
Phone	1800 55 1800

MensLine Australia is a telephone and online counselling service offering support for men with family and relationship concerns.
Website	https://mensline.org.au/
Phone	1300 78 99 78

1800RESPECT is the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. It provides confidential information, counselling, and support 24/7.
Website	https://1800respect.org.au/
Phone	1800 737 732

If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, Lifeline Australia provides 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Website	https://www.lifeline.org.au/get-help/i-m-feeling-suicidal/
Phone	13 11 14

Please remember that it's important to seek help when you need it. Contact the appropriate counselling or mental health service based on location to get the emotional support you need. At Claimsplus Lawyers, we're committed to guiding you towards the right resources and helping you navigate this challenging time with compassion and understanding. 

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