Depression

Support services for depression

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Connect with support services for managing depression

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

Support Services

The Beyond Blue Support Service offers a free, confidential and 24/7 counselling service for all Australians looking for a little help with their mental health.

FriendLine is a free and anonymous national phone and chat service for anyone 18+ who’s feeling lonely, isolated, or just wants to connect with a friendly volunteer.

MensLine Australia is a free 24/7 counselling, information, and referral service for men with relationship, mental health, and wellbeing concerns.

Search for more services

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

Lifeline Service Finder

The Service Finder is a directory of free or low cost health and community services in Australia. Search for GPs, counsellors, and much more.

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What is depression?

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Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a popular treatment option for a range of mental health conditions or those looking for evidence-based coping strategies.

This Way Up offers free and paid self-paced online programs that can teach you new and effective ways to manage your mental health and wellbeing.

What is a Mental Health Treatment Plan?

Getting a Mental Health Treatment Plan is a great first step to improve how you’re feeling. It can be tricky to navigate, so we've broken it down for you.

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