Here are some trusted resources and support services you may find helpful. These are for general information only and not a substitute for professional advice.

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    • Emergency Services — 000: If you are in immediate danger.

    • Lifeline (13 11 14) — 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention.

    • Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636) — 24/7 support for anxiety and depression.

    • Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) — 24/7 counselling for children and young people up to age 25.

    • Black Dog Institute — blackdoginstitute.org.au
      Research-backed resources for mood disorders, anxiety, and wellbeing.

    • Headspace — headspace.org.au
      Support for young people and their families.

    • Smiling Mind App — smilingmind.com.au
      Free mindfulness and meditation app.

    • EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA) — emdraa.org
      Information about EMDR therapy and its effectiveness for trauma.

    • Phoenix Australia — phoenixaustralia.org
      National Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health.

    • Beyond Blue — beyondblue.org.au
      Information, resources, and forums for people experiencing anxiety and depression.

    • MoodGym — moodgym.com.au
      Interactive program teaching CBT skills to manage depression and anxiety.

    • Relationships Australia — relationships.org.au
      Resources and support for couples, families, and individuals.

    • Australian Psychological Society (APS) — Find a Psychologist
      psychology.org.au