Other sources of support
PsyQuest is not a crisis service, so it is important to assess if you might need more support. Below are some other services and support resources that may be of use.
If your situation is an emergency, please call 000 or visit your nearest hospital.
If your situation is not an emergency, helplines can provide you with immediate access to support and advice that is confidential, free, and anonymous, and can help you make decisions about what support is right for you.
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In an emergency, call 000
Non-emergency police line: 131 444
Lifeline (open 24/7 for counselling support) 13 11 14
QLife (specifically for LGBTQIA+ people, all counsellors are part of the community. Operates 3pm – 12am via phone and web chat): 1800 184 527 or Click Here for Web Chat
13 YARN (affirming service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people) Ph: 13 92 76; or Website Here
Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC) for recent assaults and crisis support: 6458 1828
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 (5-25 year olds); 1800 654 432 (parents)
CAMHS Crisis Connect 1800 048 636 (24/7 - Urgent mental health support, advice and assessment for children and young people)
Mental Health Emergency Response Line (Metro) 1300 555 788
Suicide call back service 1300 659 467
The Samaritans Crisis Line 9381 5555 (main line) 9388 2500 (youth line)
Child Protection and Family Support Crisis Care Helpline 9223 1111
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Other useful services and supports
PANDA (perinatal anxiety and depression) 1300 726 306
Headspace (Youth) 1800 650 890
Beyond Blue 1300 224 636
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Accessing stepped up care from a Community Mental Health Services. CMHS operate in different metro areas:
North metro: https://www.nmhs.health.wa.gov.au/Hospitals-and-Services/Mental-Health/Community
South metro: https://smhs.health.wa.gov.au/Our-services/Mental-health
Peel region: https://www.rkpg.health.wa.gov.au/Our-services/Mental-health
360 Health and Community Perth: https://www.360.org.au/services/mental-health/
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Supports specifically for alcohol and drug or addiction issues
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Useful sources for mental health information:
Think Mental Health (WA government initiative, provides information and resources)
Information related to trauma:
Sexual Assault Resource Centre (Information and resources)