Support & helplines

When it's bigger than a rough week

What I share here is my own life: rhythms, routines and honest progress. It's not professional advice, and some seasons need more than a checklist. Reaching out to the right service isn't failing the challenge. It might be the strongest thing you do all season.

If a life is in danger, call 000 now.

Lifeline

24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention, for anyone, any reason.

13 11 14

Beyond Blue

Anxiety and depression support, 24/7, phone or online chat.

1300 22 4636

Suicide Call Back Service

24/7 support if you or someone you know is feeling suicidal.

1300 659 467

1800RESPECT

National domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, 24/7.

1800 737 732

Relationships Australia

Relationship support and counselling for couples, families and individuals.

1300 364 277

Parentline (QLD & NT)

Counselling for parents and carers, 8am to 10pm, 7 days. Other states have their own Parentline, a quick search finds yours.

1300 30 1300

Kids Helpline

Free, confidential support for ages 5 to 25, any time, any reason.

1800 55 1800

MensLine Australia

Telephone and online counselling for men, 24/7.

1300 78 99 78

13YARN

Crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, 24/7.

13 92 76

For everyday parenting information (not crisis, just good guidance), the Raising Children Network is the Australian standard. Outside Australia? findahelpline.com lists verified services for your country.

Numbers checked July 2026 via healthdirect and the services' own sites. If one has changed, tell me and I'll fix it.