Wellbeing support contacts

To get help online or on the phone:

NSW Mental Health Access Line 1800 011 511- staffed by mental health professionals, the line gives NSW residents access to expert mental health advice, support and referrals for people dealing with a mental health problem and their families and carers.​

e-headspace provides mental health and wellbeing support, information and services to young people aged 12 to 25 years and their families. Call 1800 650 890, 9am-1am AEST / 7 days a week.

Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free 24/7 confidential and private counselling service specifically for children and young people aged 5 to 25. Call 1800 55 1800.

Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis counselling, support groups and suicide prevention services. Call 13 11 14.

beyondblue aims to increase awareness of depression and anxiety and reduce stigma. Call 1300 22 4636, 24 hours / 7 days a week.

These are a few free relaxation apps:

Headspace – mindfulness/meditation

Smiling Mind – mindfulness/meditation

My Calm Beat – slow breathing training

Free programs available online suitable for children and adolescents (and parents)

Bite Back: an online program for well-being and resilience 13-16 years.

Brave program: an online program for anxiety for children and adolescents as well as parents visit https://brave4you.psy.uq.edu.au/