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Crisis and support services for family violence, mental health, and immediate safety. Free, available across Australia, independent of this practice.
In immediate danger
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero for police, fire, or ambulance.
The services below are independent of this practice. They are listed here because separation often intersects with family violence, mental health pressure, and safety concerns for children. Every service on this page is free, confidential, and operates independently of any legal process or court matter.
Family violence and abuse
If you or someone you know is experiencing family or sexual violence
National counselling, information, and support service for anyone in Australia impacted by domestic, family, or sexual violence. Available by phone, text, online chat, and video call.
National counselling, information, and referral service for men who use, or are at risk of using, family violence. Also for men experiencing family violence themselves. Operated by No to Violence.
Single point of access for Victorians experiencing family violence, or needing support with the care and wellbeing of children. Free service, no referral required. Phone numbers vary by location across Victoria.
Mental health and crisis support
If you are in crisis or struggling with your mental health
National crisis support and suicide prevention service. Available by phone, text, and online chat. Trained crisis supporters available around the clock.
National service supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, and those at increased risk of suicide. Counselling, information, and referrals.
Children and young people
If a child or young person needs support
Free, private, and confidential counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Available by phone, webchat, and email.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support
If you would prefer to be supported by mob
National crisis support service co-designed, developed, led, and delivered by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
This page provides general information about support services that operate independently of this practice. It is not legal advice, medical advice, or a referral. Contact details and operating hours were correct at time of publication and may change. In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).