Mental health support

Find information, support services and resources to help you manage your mental health and emotional wellbeing, or support someone you care about.

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Get help now

If you are in an emergency, or at immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, call Triple Zero (000) or TTY (106).

If you or someone you know is struggling, free and confidential support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

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Understanding mental health

Mental health affects how we think, feel and act. It also plays a big part in our everyday life – like how we handle work, study, relationships, or deal with challenges

Looking after your mental wellbeing is just as important as your physical health.

Our mental health can change gradually over time. If you feel like you're struggling, this is when you may need to seek professional support.

Beyond Blue has more information to help you understand mental health.

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Support and resources

If you're going through a tough time, support is always available – no matter what you're experiencing. You can get help and guidance through counselling and mental health programs.

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Natural disasters

Living through a natural disaster can take a toll on your mental health and wellbeing. Support is available for you and the people around you.

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Parents and familes

When raising young children, there are services that can provide parenting information and advice, as well as emotional and legal support.

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Young people

Access support and guidance for young people experiencing mental health issues.

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Aboriginal mental health

Black Dog Institute has social and emotional wellbeing resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

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Seniors

Retirement can mean a big shift in routines and responsibilities, which can have an impact on your mental health.

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Mental health at work

Make your workplace safer and healthier by learning about how to manage mental health and registering for free training and coaching.

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Alcohol and other drugs

Find support services, treatment programs and resources if you are affected by misuse of alcohol or other drugs.

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Domestic, family and sexual violence

Experiencing violence can impact your mental wellbeing. 1800RESPECT offers confidential information and support to help.
 

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Housing and accommodation

Find help when housing and accommodation issues are causing pressures in your life and mental distress. 

How to talk to someone you're concerned about

We can all make a difference in the lives of those who might be struggling by having regular, meaningful conversations about life's ups and downs. You don't have to be an expert to reach out, just ready to listen.

R U OK? has information about how to notice the signs and how to start a conversation.

Mental health services near you

Find mental health services in your area. Not sure which Local Health District (LHD) you live in? Use our LHD finder.

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Find your Local Health District

Enter a postcode or suburb to find your Local Health District

Contact mental health service providers in your LHD:

Metropolitan NSW

Regional and rural NSW

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