FIND THE RIGHT SUPPORT
Support Resources for Emotional Distress, Trauma and Crisis
If you are feeling overwhelmed, unsafe or unsure where to turn, these mental health support resources can help you find an appropriate next step. This page includes immediate crisis services and specialist pathways for trauma, relationship harm, LGBTQIA+ needs, first responders and veterans.
The Inner Growth Path provides education and reflective resources. It does not provide counselling, diagnosis, crisis response or individual medical advice.
Need immediate help?
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, at immediate risk of harm or unable to remain safe, contact your local emergency service or go to the nearest hospital emergency department. In Australia, call Triple Zero (000). In the United States, call 911.
This website is not monitored as a crisis service. Please use the services below rather than the website’s contact or story-submission forms for urgent support.
Immediate Support in Australia
Free support is available through the services below. Choose the option that most closely matches what you need right now.
Lifeline — 24/7 crisis support
Speak with a trained crisis supporter if you feel overwhelmed, distressed or unable to cope.
Call: 13 11 14
Text: 0477 13 11 14
Online chat is also available 24/7.
Suicide Call Back Service
Free professional phone and online counselling for people affected by suicidal thoughts, suicide risk or suicide bereavement—and for people worried about someone else.
Call: 1300 659 467
Available 24/7.
Emergency assistance
Call Triple Zero if someone is in immediate danger, needs urgent medical assistance or cannot remain safe.
Find the Support That Matches Your Situation
Explore support options based on what you are experiencing or the kind of help you are seeking.
Mental Health and Ongoing Care
Find psychologists, counsellors and services for ongoing mental-health care and emotional wellbeing.
Relationship Violence and Sexual Harm
Find specialist support for domestic, family or sexual violence, abuse and coercive control.
Trauma and Complex Trauma
Find trauma-informed support and information for the effects of trauma, PTSD and complex trauma.
LGBTQIA+ Support
Find inclusive and affirming support for LGBTQIA+ people experiencing distress, isolation or crisis.
Mental Health and Ongoing Care
These services can help you find professional mental-health care, understand available pathways and connect with ongoing support.
Medicare Mental Health
Free information, advice and connection to local mental-health services. A referral or formal diagnosis is not required.
Find a Psychologist
Search for a psychologist by location, area of practice and appointment type.
If cost, availability or uncertainty is stopping you from seeking support, a GP can help you discuss suitable services and whether you may be eligible for Medicare-supported mental-health care.
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PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY
Trauma and Complex Trauma Support
Trauma support is not one-size-fits-all. Look for a qualified practitioner who understands trauma, safety, pacing and the effects of prolonged or repeated experiences.
Blue Knot Foundation
Information, counselling and referral support for adults affected by complex trauma and childhood trauma, as well as their supporters.
Phoenix Australia
Evidence-based information about trauma, PTSD, recovery and treatment options.
CONTACT FOR SUPPORT
TRAUMA INFORMATION
Relationship Violence and Sexual Harm
If a relationship involves fear, control, coercion, threats, sexual harm or violence, specialist support is available. You do not have to wait until the situation becomes an emergency.
1800RESPECT
Australia’s national domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service.
Full Stop Australia
Trauma-specialist support for people affected by sexual, domestic or family violence.
CONTACT FOR SUPPORT
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LGBTQIA+ Support
These services provide inclusive support for LGBTQIA+ people, including those experiencing distress, isolation, relationship difficulties or concerns about identity.
QLife
Anonymous and free LGBTQIA+ peer support and referral.
Rainbow Door
Information, support and referral for LGBTQIA+ people in Victoria, as well as their friends and families.
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CONTACT FOR SUPPORT
Support for First Responders and Veterans
Specialist services and trauma information are available for people who serve—or have served—in emergency services, policing, defence and related roles.
Fortem Australia
Wellbeing, psychological support, social connection and career support for eligible first responders and their families.
Phoenix Australia and Responder Assist
Evidence-based trauma resources for emergency workers, plus specialist clinical support for eligible current and former Victorian emergency workers.
Open Arms
VETERANS & FAMILIES COUNSELLING
Free, confidential counselling and support for eligible current and former Australian Defence Force members and their families.
24/7 SUPPORT
1800 011 046
Support Outside Australia
Clear pathways for visitors in the United States and other countries.
United States — 988 Lifeline
Call, text or chat with the 988 Lifeline for free, confidential emotional and crisis support, available 24/7. You do not have to be suicidal to contact the service. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Other Countries
Find A Helpline can help you locate verified crisis, mental-health and specialist support services available in your country.
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Information reviewed September 2026.
Service details can change. Please confirm availability and eligibility directly with each provider.