Mental Health Resources Australia
Here are some helpful resources, including general information, telephone hotlines, peer support groups, and community organisations.
If you or someone you are with is in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 000 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Telephone Services and Hotlines
1300 659 467
A nationwide service providing 24/7 telephone and online counselling to people affected by suicide
1800 184 527
Free telephone and web chat support for LGBTI people to discuss sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships
13 11 14
A 24-hour telephone crisis support with access to suicide prevention services, mental health support and emotional assistance
1300 78 99 78
A telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men
1300 224 636
Beyond Blue provides support and information for depression, anxiety and related mental disorders.
1800 737 732
A 24-hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line
Peer and Social Support Groups
A safe and busy environment where men can keep busy and productive in an atmosphere of old-fashioned mateship
A peer-based group program assisting any problematic behaviours, including addiction to drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, gambling, and others
An alternative to SMART Recovery with a focus on abstinence
Meetup allows people to find in-person and virtual events for others with similar interests.
A global organisation devoted to teaching participants how to lead more fulfilled lives and offering insights into emotional well-being.
A directory of LGBTQIA+ multicultural community groups and services in NSW
Community Organisations
headspace provides early intervention mental health services to 12-25-year-olds
Wayside Chapel provides unconditional love, care and support for people on and around the streets of Kings Cross.
Peer support and group-based therapy for LGBTIQA+ people of all ages, their families, professionals and communities across NSW
ACON provides a variety of peer support and community care services to the LGBTIQA+ community
Provides a range of specialised services for the exploration of gender identity and assistance with gender dysphoria