Resources for Support Outside Sessions
Safe Space Counselling Service is not a crisis support service.
Safe Space Counselling Services is not a crisis support service.
If you are in the midst of a mental health crisis or experiencing thoughts of death, self-harm, or suicide, please don’t delay in contacting a 24/7 support service.
📞 Lifeline: 13 11 14
📞 Emergency: Dial 000
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Immediate Crisis & Mental Health Support
These services are available 24/7 and are staffed by trained professionals or volunteers who can support you in moments of emotional distress or danger.
Lifeline Australia – Crisis support and suicide prevention
📞 13 11 14 | Visit website1800 RESPECT – National service for people impacted by sexual assault, domestic and family violence
📞 1800 737 732 | Visit websiteSafe Steps – 24/7 family violence crisis response for Victorian women and children
📞 1800 015 188 | Visit websiteSexual Assault Crisis Line Victoria (SACL) – After-hours support for recent or past sexual assault
📞 1800 806 292 | Visit websiteSuicide Callback Service – Free professional counselling for people affected by suicide
📞 1300 659 467 | Visit websiteKids Helpline – 24/7 phone and online support for young people aged 5 to 25
📞 1800 551 800 | Visit websiteSANE Australia – Support for those affected by complex mental health issues
📞 1800 187 263 | Visit website
LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Services
Switchboard Victoria – Support services for LGBTQIA+ people, including a family violence program
📞 1800 729 367 | Visit websiteQLife – Anonymous LGBTQIA+ peer support and referral service (nationwide)
📞 1800 184 527 | Visit website
International & Educational Resources
While these are U.S.-based, they offer helpful guides and advocacy tools that may benefit people seeking broader information.
Helping Survivors (USA) – Educational resource for survivors of sexual assault, including rideshare-related incidents
Visit websiteRAINN (USA) – National sexual violence prevention and survivor advocacy organisation
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Mental Health & Counselling Services
For longer-term support, referrals, or broader mental health resources.
Beyond Blue – Mental health support, advice and community forums
📞 1300 22 4636 | Visit websiteRelationships Australia – Counselling and support for individuals, couples and families
📞 1300 364 277 | Visit websiteCASA House (Melbourne) – Free counselling and advocacy for survivors of sexual assault
📞 03 9635 3600 | Visit websiteCarer Gateway – Help for those caring for someone with mental illness, disability, or chronic health needs
📞 1800 422 737 | Visit website
Family & Domestic Violence Support
InTouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence – Specialised services for migrant and refugee women
📞 1800 755 988 | Visit website1800 RESPECT – Australia-wide support for survivors of domestic violence
📞 1800 737 732 | Visit websiteSafe Steps – Victoria’s 24/7 family violence response centre
📞 1800 015 188 | Visit Website
Family Estrangement & Parental Alienation
These services support those navigating painful disconnection, separation or alienation within families.
Parents Beyond Breakup – Peer support and advocacy for estranged or alienated parents
📞 1300 853 437 | Visit websiteEeny Meeny Miney Mo Foundation (EMMM) – Advocacy, education and guidance on parental alienation
Visit websiteDialogue in Growth – Dr Stan Korosi – Reunification counselling and support for alienated families
Visit websiteFamily Relationship Advice Line – Information and referrals related to family law and separation
📞 1800 050 321 | Visit websiteGriefline Estranged Relationships Forum – Online peer support for those estranged from family
Visit forumFind & Connect – Support for people formerly in institutional or out-of-home care
Visit websiteRed Cross Restoring Family Links – Reconnecting families separated by conflict, disaster, or migration
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