If you are in immediate danger, call 000 (Australia) or your local emergency services.
This practice is not resourced for crisis response. If you are in distress right now, please reach out to one of the services below — they are staffed by trained people, available around the clock, and there is no cost to contact them.
Lifeline
Crisis support and suicide prevention. Call, chat, or text. Available to anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis.
Beyond Blue
Support for anxiety, depression, and mental health. Counselling by phone or online chat.
1800RESPECT
National sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.
Suicide Call Back Service
Free professional telephone and online counselling for people at risk of suicide, carers, and bereaved individuals.
MensLine Australia
Professional telephone and online support for men with emotional health or relationship concerns.
Kids Helpline
Free, private and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling for young people aged 5 to 25.
International Association for Suicide Prevention
Directory of crisis centres worldwide. If you are outside Australia, this is the best starting point for finding a local service.
Crisis Text Line (US, UK, Canada, Ireland)
Free crisis support via text message. Text HOME to 741741 (US/Canada) or 85258 (UK).
If you are not in crisis but would like to talk with someone at this practice, the contact page is the right place to start. The initial consultation is free and there is no obligation.