If you are in immediate danger, please call 000.
If you need support, please reach out to someone close to you or someone you trust.
Below is a crisis support decision making resource, along with services that may be helpful in different situations.
Anti carceral crisis alternatives
Crisis Alternatives - information and options for support outside hospital or police based responses.
Slice Silence - lived experience resources on planning for crisis in ways that centre safety and autonomy.
Alt2Su Peer Groups - peer led spaces for people who experience suicidal thoughts or distress.
Peer led warm lines
LETSS (Lived Experience Telephone Support Service) : 1800 013 755
QLife : 1800 184 527
Roses in the Ocean Warm Line Call Back : 1800 77 7337
Crisis lines
For phone and web based crisis services, please see the crisis contacts listed below on this page.
If you are outside Australia, please contact your local crisis or emergency line.
General crisis support
13 11 14
Lifeline offers 24 hour crisis support for anyone feeling overwhelmed, distressed, or needing immediate emotional support. Trained crisis supporters provide short term help and guidance.
Suicide prevention
1300 659 467
This service supports people who are suicidal, caring for someone at risk, or bereaved by suicide. It offers free counselling and follow up sessions with the same worker.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support
13 92 76
A culturally safe crisis line staffed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander counsellors. It provides connection, yarns, and support without judgement.
Domestic, family and sexual violence
1800 737 732
A national service offering confidential counselling, safety planning, and information for people experiencing abuse or violence, as well as support for workers and loved ones.
Mental health
1300 224 636
A mental health support service for anyone experiencing anxiety, depression, or emotional strain. They offer advice, brief counselling, and links to longer term support.
Health advice
1800 022 222
A free health advice line staffed by registered nurses. They can help you work out whether to manage something at home, see a GP, or seek urgent care.
Young people aged 5 to 25
1800 551 800
A counselling service for children, teens, and young adults. It offers support with mental health, friendships, school issues, family stress, and wellbeing.
Men
1300 789 978
MensLine supports men dealing with relationship stress, anger, mental health challenges, or family pressures. It provides counselling and practical guidance.
Autistic people and families
1300 308 699
A national helpline offering information and guidance on autism, assessment pathways, services, and everyday supports for autistic people and their families.
Eating disorders and body image concerns
1800 33 4673
Butterfly offers specialised support for people affected by eating disorders or body image issues. Their counsellors provide understanding, safety planning, and information on treatment options.
Grief support
1300 845 745
Griefline supports people dealing with loss, bereavement, and major life changes. They offer compassionate listening and help people understand and navigate their grief.