SuicideLine Victoria is a 24/7 telehealth service that offers free professional phone and online counselling for people living in Victoria.
Speak to a counsellorSuicideLine Victoria offers free professional 24/7 telephone counselling support to people at risk of suicide, concerned about someone at risk, bereaved by suicide and people experiencing emotional or mental health issues.
SuicideLine Victoria offers free professional 24/7 online counselling support to people at risk of suicide, concerned about someone at risk, bereaved by suicide and people experiencing emotional or mental health issues.
If someone’s life is in danger or there is an immediate risk of harm, call emergency services on 000.
SuicideLine Victoria has advice on what to do if you are with the person at risk, if the person at risk has called you or you need the poisons information hotline.
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With its less confronting approach, many people find phone and online counselling a helpful alternative to face-to-face counselling. Our qualified counsellors specialise in working with suicide-related issues, and will assist you in working through difficult emotions. We offer both single and multi-session counselling services to eligible clients.
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Someone who is thinking about suicide may give some clues to those around them that show they are distressed. If you recognise some of the suicide warning signs, please take them seriously so that the person can get the support they need.
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Feeling anxious before stressful events and situations is a normal part of life. For many of us, these feelings are usually temporary and go away once the event has ended. Anxiety is when those anxious feelings do not go away easily and stick around. Find out more about the symptoms of anxiety and what can cause anxiety.
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Depression is an intense feeling of sadness or low mood that lasts for a long time, sometimes weeks, months or years. If you are depressed, it can start to interfere with your personal and work life, your wellbeing, and your physical health. Find out more about the symptoms of depression and how you can get help.
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Mindfulness teaches us to observe the present moment with openness and curiosity
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Schizophrenia is a mental illness that affects thoughts, behaviour, speech, and perception. Read on to understand the symptoms and treatment of schizophrenia.
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In this resource, we cover what can cause a panic attack, common symptoms to look out for, and how to cope if you experience a panic attack.
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Understand how our counselling services work, how to refer a client and access support materials for clients at risk.
SuicideLine Victoria would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices and continuing connection to Lands, Waters and Communities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Sovereignty has never been ceded. It always was and always will be, Aboriginal land.
