Wyndham Resources:
Wyndham City Youth Counselling
Please contact the Counselling and Mental Health team on 8734 1355 or click here for more information.
Head to Health Wyndham Vale
IPC Health in Wyndham Vale provides mental health and counselling services to people of any age who are experiencing mental health concerns or illness. Call 1800 595 212 (Monday to Friday 8 am – 5 pm) or submit an online form here.
General Resources:
Kids Help LineConfidential and anonymous, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged between 5 and 25. Phone: 1800 55 18 00www.kidshelp.com.au/
Australian Government: Head to HealthHead to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental health organisations. Provided by the Australian Department of Health, Head to Health brings together apps, online programs, online forums, and phone services, as well as a range of digital information resources.headtohealth.gov.au/
Beyond Blue Support Service - Support. Advice. ActionInformation and referral to relevant services for depression and anxiety related matters. Phone: 1300 22 46 36www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/get-immediate-support
Black Dog InstituteThe Black Dog Institute is a world leader in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder.www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/resources-support/
Blue Knot Foundation Helpline (formerly Adults Surviving Child Abuse)The Blue Knot Helpline provides information and short term counselling nationally via telephone for adults survivers of childhood trauma on 1300 657 380 and email helpline@blueknot.org.au(link sends e-mail) 7 days a week 9am to 5pm AEST.www.blueknot.org.au
Butterfly FoundationButterfly provides support for Australians who suffer from eating disorders and negative body image issues and their carers. Phone: 1800 33 4673thebutterflyfoundation.org.au/
Carer GatewayAre you one of the 2.5 million Australians who care for a loved one, friend or neighbour? Find out information about the support services available to you, on the Carer Gateway.www.carergateway.gov.au
Friendline
FriendLine is for anyone who needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. All conversations with FriendLine are casual and anonymous and our friendly volunteers are ready to talk about anything and everything. friendline.org.au
Gambling HelplineStarting to think gambling might be a problem? Find out about the signs of a problem and assess gambling issues and spending. Phone: 1800 858 858http://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/
HeadspaceHeadspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation. We help young people who are going through a tough time.www.headspace.org.au/
Lifeline24 hour telephone counselling service. Phone: 13 11 14 or Text: 0477 13 11 14 6pm - midnight AESTwww.lifeline.org.au/
Mensline AustraliaA dedicated service for men with relationship and family concerns. Phone: 1300 78 99 78www.mensline.org.au/
MI NetworksOffering access to relevant, up-to-date information, peer support and connections to local community networks, Mi Networks members provide a personalised response to the needs of individuals living with mental illness, their carers, friends and family members. Phone: 1800 985 944www.minetworks.org.au/
1800RESPECTNational sexual assault, domestic family violence counselling services 24-hour online support for workers and professionals. Phone: 1800 737 732www.1800respect.org.au/
PANDA - National Perinatal Depression HelplinePANDA’s National Perinatal Depression Helpline, funded by the Australian and Victorian Governments, provides vital support, information, referral and counselling to thousands of Australian parents and their families. Callers do not need to have a diagnosis of antenatal or postnatal depression to make contact with the Helpline, PANDA is keen to support any new parent struggling during pregnancy or after the birth of their baby, as well as their partner, family and friends. Phone: 1300 726 306 from Mon – Fri, 9am – 7.30pm (AEST/AEDT).www.panda.org.au/
QLifeQLife provides Australia-wide anonymous, LGBTI peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about a range of issues including sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships. Phone: 1800 184 527qlife.org.au/
ReachOut.comReachOut.com is Australia’s leading online youth mental health service. ReachOut.com is an initiative of the Inspire Foundation, an Australian non-profit with a mission to help young people lead happier lives.au.reachout.com/
Relationships AustraliaRelationships Australia is a leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities. Phone: 1300 364 277http://www.relationships.org.au/
SANE AustraliaSANE Australia is a national charity helping all Australians affected by mental illness lead a better life – through campaigning, education and research. SANE conducts innovative programs and campaigns to improve the lives of people living with mental illness, their family and friends. It also operates a busy Helpline and website, which have thousands of contacts each year from around Australia. Phone: 1800 187 263http://www.sane.org/index.php
