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.

National Contact Numbers:

Mental health treatment plans: By having a mental health treatment plan, you can avail yourself of up to 10 sessions with a mental health professional per calendar year. If your general practitioner refers you to a counselor who offers bulk billing, you will not be required to make any payment.

If your matter is urgent you can call 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.

Remember, if you or anyone you know is feeling distress at any time, there are some helpful contacts listed below for you:  

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 on 13 11 14  or Lifeline Text 0477 13 11 14  (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

Lifeline web chat is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/  

Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 https://kidshelpline.com.au  - Available anytime  

Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 https://beyondblue.org.au  - available 24 hours a day 7 days a week 

Body Image / Eating Disorders:
Resources for Individuals with an Eating Disorder (Insideout Institute)
Find Professionals Near You (butterfly.org.au/)

Addiction: https://www.addictionhelp.com/

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.