Getting mental health support

Find free support services and information to help with mental health.

If someone's life is in immediate danger call 000 or visit a hospital emergency department.

Crisis support

The Australian Government runs a free confidential phone and in-person service for all Australians. Find how to connect to mental health support on the Head to Health website.

Find free and confidential support services available over the phone or online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. These links will take you away from myGov.

  • Beyond Blue

    Free 24/7 phone and online support for people affected by anxiety, depression and suicide.

  • Lifeline

    Free 24/7 phone and online crisis support and suicide prevention service.

  • Suicide Call Back Service

    Free 24/7 phone and online professional counselling service.

  • MensLine Australia

    Free 24/7 phone and online support service for Australian men.

Other support

There are resources to help you learn about and manage your mental health, and the wellbeing of your loved ones. 

Some of these links will take you away from myGov.

Page last updated: 15 September 2023