There are several organisations that provide support for people with mental health issues, their families and carers throughout Australia. For people who need support with depression, anxiety or suicidal thoughts, you can ring the Mental Health Line in your state or territory listed below.
If you are in immediate danger, please call 000.
Nation-wide helplines
Beyond Blue free support for anxiety, depression, and mental health 1300 22 4636 | beyondblue.org.au
MindSpot has free online and phone support for anxiety, depression, and stress 1800 61 44 34 | mindspot.org.au
Lifeline provides confidential crisis support 24/7 on 13 11 14
Carer Helpline over-the-phone carer information and advice on 1300 554 660
Kids Helpline is confidential, 24/7 counselling service for young people ages 5 to 25 on 1800 55 1800
MensLine Australia, 24/7 support for men’s mental health and relationships on 1300 78 99 78 | mensline.org.au
QLife Australia, 3pm to 9pm every day for anonymous and free LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral for people in Australia wanting to talk about sexuality, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.1800 184 527 QLife – Support and Referrals qlife.org.au
Dementia Support Australia (DSA) provides nationwide, 24/7 dementia behaviour support services in Australia, including a free helpline (1800 699 799), specialist clinical advice, and programs such as DBMAS, SBRT, and the Specialist Dementia Care Program.
State/territory-wide helplines
Parkinson’s National Infoline connects you to the Parkinson’s organisation in the state or territory you are calling from 1800 644 189
Australian Capital Territory
Access Mental Health 1800 629 354
New South Wales
Mental Health Line 1800 011 511
Northern Territory
Mental Health Line 1800 682 288
Queensland
1300 MH CALL or 1300 642 255
South Australia
SA Health Mental Health Triage Service 13 14 65
Tasmania
Mental Health Services Helpline 1800 332 388 between 9am to 10pm every day
Victoria
Suicide Help Line 1300 651 251
Mental Health & Wellbeing Hubs 1300 375 330 available 24 hours, every day
Western Australia
Mental Health Emergency Response Line 1800 676 822 (Peel Region) or 1300 555 788 (Perth Metro) available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Rurallink (Rural and Regional WA) 1800 552 002 available 4.30pm – 8:30am Monday to Friday and 24 hours Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. During business hours you will be connected to your local community mental health clinic.
GriefLine Website
Griefline offers free, compassionate, and confidential support. Because grief deserves to be heard, not dismissed. Helpline 1300 845 745 8am to 8pm: 7 days (AEST)
