Lifeline
Support when you’re overwhelmed, distressed or in crisis. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Call 13 11 14
- Text 0477 13 11 14
- Online chat: lifeline.org.au
SUPPORT & RESOURCES
Mental Health Support
Sometimes you need more support than a conversation with friends.
There’s a place for connecting with other women, sharing what’s happening and having a laugh over all the ups and downs of life. But sometimes what you’re dealing with needs a different kind of support.
Sally Something and Frazzled & Friends are about conversation, connection and practical support. They aren’t counselling, therapy, medical care or crisis services. I’m not a mental health professional, and I wouldn’t want you to rely on a group chat or on me when you need qualified help.
If things feel too much, or you’re worried about yourself or someone you love, here are some places you can turn.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger
In Australia, call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department. If you are outside Australia, contact your local emergency number.
Someone to talk to now
Beyond Blue
Support for anxiety, depression, difficult days and mental health concerns. Telephone and online counselling are available 24/7.
- Call 1300 22 4636
- Online chat: beyondblue.org.au/get-support/talk-to-a-counsellor
1800RESPECT
Confidential support for domestic, family or sexual violence and abuse. Available 24/7.
- Call 1800 737 732
- Text 0458 737 732
- Online chat and other options: 1800respect.org.au
- Safety note: if someone monitors your phone or internet use, consider using a safer device and review the service’s technology and safety advice.
Finding professional support
Medicare Mental Health
A free starting point to find local mental health services and explore support options. No GP referral is needed to contact this service.
- Call 1800 595 212, weekdays 8:30 am–5 pm (excluding public holidays; Australian local service hours).
- Website: medicarementalhealth.gov.au
- This is not an emergency or crisis line.
You can also talk with your GP about mental health care and referral options.
Relationships and family violence
Relationships Australia
Counselling and relationship support for couples, families and individuals.
- Call 1300 364 277 to find your local service.
- Website: relationships.org.au
1800RESPECT is listed above for domestic, family and sexual violence. If you are concerned about your safety or someone controlling your communications, use a safe device when seeking help. You do not have to discuss violence or abuse in a group setting.
Grief and loss
Griefline
Support and information for all sorts of grief, including bereavement, relationship changes and other losses.
- Call 1300 845 745 (Monday–Friday, 10 am–8 pm AEST/AEDT).
- Website: griefline.org.au
- Service update: Since August 2026 calls are directed to SANE's service enquiries, which can help you find grief and loss support. This isn't a crisis line.
Parenting teenagers
ReachOut Parents
Practical information and support for parents of teenagers, including challenging behaviour, mental health and family relationships.
Website: parents.au.reachout.com
Raising Children Network
Australian information about teenagers, family relationships and development.
Website: raisingchildren.net.au
Parentline
Parenting advice and support; contact details and operating hours vary by state or territory. Check your local service rather than assuming one national number.
Neurodivergence and family support
Autism Connect
Information and referral support about autism for autistic people and families.
Website: amaze.org.au/autismconnect
ADHD Foundation Australia
ADHD information, pathways and referrals.
- National ADHD Helpline 1300 39 39 19 (not a 24-hour service; callbacks may take time).
- Website: adhdfoundation.org.au/helpline
Support for teenagers themselves
Kids Helpline
Free, confidential counselling for young people aged 5–25.
- Call 1800 55 1800.
- Website: kidshelpline.com.au
headspace / eheadspace
Mental health support for young people aged 12–25, including online and phone options; parents and carers can also seek guidance.
- Call 1800 650 890 for eheadspace (not 24/7).
- Website: headspace.org.au
eSafety Commissioner
Help and practical advice about online safety, cyberbullying and reporting harmful online experiences.
Website: esafety.gov.au
If you're outside Australia
The phone services listed above are Australian services. For urgent help, contact your local emergency services or a qualified crisis-support service in your own country.
A note about Frazzled & Friends
The groups are small social connection groups, not treatment or professional support. Other group members are also there for friendship and conversation, and nobody is expected to manage another member’s safety or mental health. If you're in crisis, please use professional or emergency support rather than relying on the group or its WhatsApp chat.
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