Anxiety

Connect with Australian support services that can help you understand and manage feelings of anxiety.

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Support services that can help with managing anxiety

Below are a number of support services you can connect with to get help with managing feelings of anxiety.

Lifeline is a free and confidential one-to-one support service for anyone feeling overwhelmed, distressed or having difficulty staying safe. You can contact Lifeline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via 13 11 14, text, or chat.

Beyond Blue provides free and confidential 24/7 phone and online support for anyone facing mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Call 1300 224 636.

Kids Helpline is a free and confidential 24/7 counselling service for kids, teens, young people, and the adults who care about them. Call 1800 551 800.

MindSpot is a free, digital mental health clinic that offers psychological assessments, teletherapy, and online treatment courses for challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, and more. Call 1800 614 434.

WayAhead Anxiety Support Groups

WayAhead Anxiety Support Groups are small numbers of people who come together to share personal experiences, led by a trained volunteer facilitator.

SANE is a national mental health organisation for people with complex mental health issues and for families and friends that support them.

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Use the Lifeline Service Finder to search for more local and national services available to help support you.

Lifeline Service Finder

Lifeline's Service Finder is an online directory of free or low-cost health and community services in Australia. Search for GPs, counsellors, and much more.

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