Helplines and resources

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call

Kids Helpline              1800 55 1800
or Lifeline                    13 11 14

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

 

In the event of an immediate emergency, call triple zero (000).

Helplines / services / resources		Contact
1800 RESPECT	Counselling line for anyone who has experienced, or is at risk of, physical or sexual violence.	1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) 1800respect.org.au
Youth BeyondBlue	For young people aged 12 – 25 years old, who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or suicidal ideation.	1300 224 636 youthbeyondblue.com
Bravehearts	Open to anyone wanting information, advice, referrals & support regarding child sexual assault.	1800 272 831 bravehearts.org.au
Bullying. No Way!	Provides trustworthy & practical information about bullying for educators, families & young people.	bullyingnoway.gov.au
Butterfly Foundation	Support, treatment, prevention, early intervention, education & training regarding eating disorders.	thebutterflyfoundation.org.au
Child Protection & Family Services	If you are a victim of child abuse or know a child needing protection.	13 21 11
headspace	A good resource: The Complete Guide to Teaching Kids Consent at Every Age.	healthline.com/health/parenting/
Cool Kids Anxiety Program	A 10-week program that teaches children (7 – 17 yo) & their parents how to better manage a child’s anxiety.	Cool Kids Anxiety Program
Cyberbullying	The Office of the Children’s eSafety Commissioner deals with cyberbullying, image-based abuse and illegal & harmful content. Report concerns & learn how to have safer, more positive experiences online.	esafety.gov.au/parents esafety.gov.au/report
Driving safely	An App that sends an alert when your teen arrives safely at their destination. See things like top speed, texting while driving, receive a notification in the event of a crash & more.	life360.com
DrugInfo	A telephone & online service for anyone who needs relevant, up-to-date facts about alcohol & other drugs.	1300 858 584 adf.org.au/drug-facts
Domestic Violence Line	Counselling, info & referrals for those experiencing or who have experienced domestic & family violence.	1800 656 463 facs.nsw.gov.au/domestic- violence/helpline
Headspace	Support for young people aged 12 – 25 worried about their mental health or experiencing issues such as depression, bullying & isolation. Support is also available to concerned parents or carers.	1800 650 890 headspace.org.au/eheadspace
Family Relationship Advice Line	Information & advice for anyone – including step-parents, young people & friends – affected by family relationship or separation issues.	1800 050 321 familyrelationships.gov.au
Stay healthy HSC	A good online resource for HSC students & parents to ensure their wellbeing.	education.nsw.gov.au/student-wellbeing/stay-healthy-hsc
The Kidman Centre UTS	A mental health treatment and research unit specialising in evidence-based treatments for children, teenagers, young adults and their families.	uts.edu.au/research/kidman-centre
Kids Helpline	Provides free & completely confidential telephone & online counselling services to young people aged 5 – 25 years old for any reason.	1800 551 800 kidshelpline.com.au
Lifeline	A generalist & crisis telephone counselling, information & referral service provided by trained volunteers who are supported by professional staff.	13 11 14 lifeline.org.au
National Alcohol & Other Drug Hotline	Provides confidential advice about alcohol & other drugs.	1800 250 015 campaigns.health.gov.au/drughelp
NSW Rape Crisis	A telephone & online crisis counselling service for anyone who has been affected by sexual violence.	1800 424 017 nswrapecrisis.com.au
Parent Line	Support is available for issues such as behavioural & emotional problems, discipline, adolescent issues, family relationships, sole parent issues, school problems, childcare & juvenile justice. You don’t have to be in crisis to reach out for help.	1300 130 052 parentline.org.au
QLife	Provides anonymous peer support & referral services for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and/or intersex (LGBTI).	1800 184 527 qlife.org.au
SANE Australia	Provides information, guidance & referrals to people who are affected by or need support to manage mental health concerns.	1800 187 263 sane.org
Smiling Mind	An online & app-based program to improve the wellbeing of young people through mindfulness meditation. Provides age-specific content.	smilingmind.com.au
Study Without Stress	A program for students in Years 10 – 12 with resources to approach & overcome the stress associated with heavy workload & exams.	Centre for Emotional Health Clinic
Suicide Call Back Service	For people 15 years & older who are affected by suicide, which can include feeling suicidal, being worried about someone, caring for someone suicidal, being bereaved by suicide.	1300 659 467 suicidecallbackservice.org.au
Youth Law Australia	Providing free, confidential legal information & help for young people under 25.	yla.org.au