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Helplines in Queensland, Australia.

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Adis 24/7 Alcohol and Drug Support is an anonymous and confidential telephone and online counselling service for people in...


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DVConnect Womensline is dedicated to providing 24/7, free, compassionate and confidential support over phone. We help everyone...


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DVConnect Mensline offers free, compassionate and confidential support by phone. We support everyone, men in Queensland,...


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Queensland Sexual Assault Helpline is dedicated to providing free, compassionate and confidential support by phone. We exist to...


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The Elder Abuse Helpline is for anyone who has a concern about themselves, someone else or a situation that may be causing harm...


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Get free, confidential crisis counseling support in Queensland, Australia

Whether you're experiencing a mental health crisis or you're worried about a loved one's mental health, free help is available to you. In Queensland, Australia, there are 6 helplines that support with a range of mental health or behavioral health concerns.

If you have doubts about calling, that's normal. Learning more about helplines and what to expect can help you feel more confident to call.

What is a helpline or hotline?

Helplines offer immediate mental health support to the public for free. When you contact a helpline, you will receive confidential counseling support either over the phone, text message or online chat. In some countries, helplines are also known as hotlines or crisis lines.

How will a helpline or hotline support me?

Helplines provide a judgment-free space for you to talk, unpack your burdens and receive support. Their support may take the form of active listening, help processing emotions, and working with you to determine meaningful next steps.

If I contact a helpline, who will I talk to?

The people on the other end of a helpline or hotline are often counselors or volunteers who are trained in crisis counseling and active listening, and can offer you a safe space to talk freely about what's bothering you. Some helplines are staffed by peers who have some personal experience in the issue the helpline supports with.

What issues can I talk to a helpline about?

Some helplines support with specific issues, such as suicide, depression, anxiety, and abuse. Others support with specific demographics, such as the LGBTQ+ community, veterans or young people. So if you're looking for tailored support, you might be able to find a hotline specific to your problem. There are also helplines that support with any problem that’s causing you distress – no matter how small or big it seems to you.

What is a suicide hotline?

Most countries have a suicide hotline or suicide prevention line (often called a lifeline or crisis line) available 24/7. These helplines provide compassionate support for people who might be having feelings of wanting to die or kill themselves. Commonly, suicide hotlines will also support anyone, regardless of what they are going through.

Will a helpline talk to me about someone I'm concerned about?

Helplines aren't just for the times when you need support. They can also be helpful if you're worried about someone else. When you contact a helpline for advice about someone you care about, they will talk with you about how you might support the person. This might look like support resources that person is able to access, or behaviors or actions you can take to help their situation.

I'm in Queensland, Australia. What hotlines and helplines are available to me?

In Queensland, Australia, there are 6 hotlines and helplines that support with a range of topics.

The first helpline was set up in 1953. Today, there are over 2,000 helplines supporting with a wide variety of issues, experiences and demographics. Their shared desire to assist those going through emotional or mental distress binds them together. No matter what your problem is, talking to someone can help and helplines provide this vital service, for free.


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