Counselling (Australia)
Here, you'll discover a compilation of carefully curated resources and links aimed at supporting our community. We regularly update this page to ensure it reflects best practices and prioritizes your safety. If you would like to be added to this page, please contact us.
Need Help?
Do you need a listening ear or some advice? There are loads of LGBTIQA+ support services and resources available for queer folk and allies – here's a list. And if you're based on the Gold Coast, we have a dedicated page just for you.
Counselling (bulk billed): Head to pccs.org.au/h2h or call 1800 595 212 (Free Service)
National Contact Numbers
- Mental health treatment plans: By having a mental health treatment plan, you can access up to 10 sessions with a mental health professional per calendar year. If your GP refers you to a counselor who offers bulk billing, you will not be required to make any payment.
- QLife: FREE telephone/webchat counselling and referral service for LGBTIQ+ individuals: call 1800 184 527 (3pm to midnight daily) or chat online qlife.org.au.
Crisis & Support Lines
- DV Connect: 1800 811 811
- 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 – National sexual assault, domestic violence counselling service
- 13 YARN: 13 92 76 – 24/7 national crisis line support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Lifeline: 13 11 14 or Text 0477 13 11 14 (24/7)
- Lifeline Web Chat: https://www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/ (24/7)
- Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 https://kidshelpline.com.au (anytime)
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 https://beyondblue.org.au (24/7)
Body Image / Eating Disorders
Addiction Support
Immediate danger or in crisis and need support
If anyone’s life is in immediate danger, call 000 or visit a hospital emergency department.
If you’re in crisis and need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. They’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
