There is no immediate danger but…
Getting help for mental illness for some one else isn’t always easy. Find out what support and advice is available immediately, and how you can help in a mental health crisis.
Use the 24 hour helplines below.
Mental Health Hotline
Staffed by mental health professionals, this state-wide telephone number gives people access to expert mental health advice, support, and referrals for people dealing with a mental health problem. Where appropriate they can put you in contact with the local mental health crisis or acute care teams.
Call 1800 011 511 Visit Website
Lifeline
Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can contact Lifeline for support.
Call 13 11 14 Visit Website
Suicide Prevention Call Back Service
The Suicide Call Back Service provides crisis counselling to people at risk of suicide and those bereaved by suicide. People who are not linked in with current professional support can also access up to six sessions of ongoing counselling with the same counsellor at a scheduled time.
Call 1300 659 467 Visit Website
Beyond Blue - 24 Hour Helpline
A telephone service you can call at any time to talk with a trained mental health professional, who will listen, provide support, and point you in the right direction. The cost is equivalent to the cost of a local call but may be more from mobiles.
Call 1300 224 636 Visit Website
Domestic Violence Line
The Domestic Violence Line is a state-wide free-call number that provides telephone counselling, information and referrals for people who are experiencing, or have experienced, domestic violence.
Call 1800 656 463 Visit Website
Mensline Australia
A free, nation-wide, 24-hour professional telephone and online support and information service for men in Australia.
Call 1300 78 99 78 Visit Website
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