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1800RESPECT
National sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. Provides information, counselling and support.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
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Mental health in New South Wales
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29 services are free
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Crisis
5 resources
CrisisNational service
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Beyond Blue
Support for depression, anxiety and suicide prevention. Provides information and support to help everyone achieve their best possible mental health.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
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Lifeline Australia
24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention. Trained counsellors provide immediate help for anyone experiencing a personal crisis.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
CrisisNational service
Free
Suicide Call Back Service
Free Australia-wide service for people affected by suicide. Provides immediate telephone counselling and support in crisis.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Crisis
Free
NSW Mental Health Line
NSW Health's 24/7 statewide phone service which links people with NSW Health mental health services. Staffed by trained mental health professionals.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Helplines
7 resources
HelplineNational service
Free
Blue Knot Foundation Helpline
National counselling and information line for adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse, and complex trauma more broadly.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
HelplineNational service
Free
Carer Gateway
Free Australian Government program providing support services for carers, including counselling and practical help.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
HelplineNational service
Free
Head to Health
Free Australian Government national mental health intake line — helps match you to the right local or online service.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
HelplineNational service
Free
Healthdirect 24/7 Hotline
Free Australian health advice from a registered nurse, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
HelplineNational service
Free
Medicare Mental Health
Free Australian Government service that helps you find the right mental health support, including Medicare Mental Health Centres and information for supporting someone you care for.
Phone
1800 595 212Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm (public holidays excluded)
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
HelplineNational service
MensLine Australia
24/7 telephone and online support, information and referral service for men with emotional health and relationship concerns.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
HelplineNational service
Free
Phoenix Australia
National centre of excellence in trauma and PTSD, providing information, self-help resources and clinical guidance.
Hours
Available 24/7
Website
www.phoenixaustralia.orgAdded 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Youth
3 resources
YouthNational service
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Kids Helpline
Free, private and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
YouthNational service
YouthLine
Telephone counselling service specifically for young people, staffed by trained volunteers who understand youth issues.
Checked 29 July 2026 — unable to verify against the source. Under review. · sourceReview pending
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headspace
Mental health support for young people aged 12-25. Provides early intervention services including counselling, psychological therapies and case management.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
First Nations
2 resources
First NationsNational service
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13YARN
24/7 crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Staffed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporters.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
First NationsNational service
Free
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Crisis & Counselling Service
Culturally appropriate crisis support and counselling for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Checked 29 July 2026 — unable to verify against the source. Under review. · sourceReview pending
LGBTQI+
1 resource
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QLife
Australia-wide anonymous, LGBTI peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Veterans
1 resource
VeteransNational service
Free
Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling
Free and confidential 24/7 mental health support for current serving ADF members, veterans and their families.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Services
1 resource
ServiceNational service
Free
SANE Australia
Support for people affected by mental illness, their families and friends. Provides information, support and advocacy.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Online
6 resources
OnlineNational service
Free
Black Dog Institute
Clinical research organisation providing evidence-based information, online programs and self-tests for depression, anxiety and other mental illnesses.
Hours
Available 24/7
Website
www.blackdoginstitute.org.auAdded 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
OnlineNational service
Free
Find a Psychologist (APS)
Australian Psychological Society directory to search registered psychologists by specialty and location.
Hours
Available 24/7
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
OnlineNational service
Free
MindSpot
Free online assessment and treatment courses for anxiety and depression. Provides telephone support from experienced clinicians.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
OnlineNational service
Free
ReachOut
Online mental health organization for young people and their parents. Provides practical tools and support to help young people get through everything from everyday issues to tough times.
Hours
Available 24/7
Website
au.reachout.comAdded 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
OnlineNational service
Free
This Way Up
Low-cost, clinician-supported online CBT programs for anxiety, depression, PTSD and OCD.
Hours
Available 24/7
Website
thiswayup.org.auAdded 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
OnlineNational service
FreeChat
eheadspace
Free online and phone support for young people going through a tough time. Chat, email or speak with a qualified youth mental health professional.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Eating disorders
1 resource
Eating disordersNational service
Free
Butterfly Foundation
Support for eating disorders and body image issues. Provides information, support and treatment referrals.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Addiction
2 resources
AddictionNational service
Free
Family Drug Support
Free 24/7 telephone support for families affected by alcohol and other drug use.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
AddictionNational service
FreeChat
Gambling Help Online
Free, confidential 24/7 phone and online chat support for anyone affected by gambling.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Grief
2 resources
GriefNational service
Free
GriefLine
Telephone and online grief support service providing support, information and referrals to people experiencing loss and grief.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
GriefNational service
Free
StandBy Support After Suicide
National postvention service for people bereaved or impacted by suicide. Provides immediate and ongoing support to individuals, families and communities.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Perinatal
1 resource
PerinatalNational service
Free
PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety & Depression
Support for perinatal anxiety and depression for expecting and new parents.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
Workplace
1 resource
WorkplaceNational service
MATES in Construction
Suicide prevention program for the construction industry, providing case management and support for workers at risk.
Added 29 July 2026. Verification pending. · sourceReview pending
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