Mental Health Helplines and Webchat 

In an emergency call triple zero (000) or attend the nearest emergency department.

Click to find a comprehensive list of services for a variety of needs:  

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-helplines

Queer/LGBTIQA+ Support

QLife is a national LGBTIQA+ helpline and webchat service staffed by LGBTIQA+ peers. They are available between 3pm to 12am. QLife also has a publicly searchable database for queer-friendly groups, peer support and services. 

Self Compassion

The Space Between Self-Esteem and Self Compassion: Kristin Neff at TEDxCentennialParkWomen - YouTube

Self-Compassion Practices: Cultivate Inner Peace and Joy - Self-Compassion

More about EMDR 

 https://www.lifeline.org.au/get-help/support-toolkit/techniques-and-guides/eye-movement-desensitization-and-reprocessing-edmr

Self Help Recourses

The Centre for Clinical Interventions in Perth has excellent self help workbooks available to download: 

CCI - Self Help Resources for Mental Health Problems

APPS 

Great resources for tuning in and calming down.

Smiling Mind-  Smiling Mind

Calm- https://www.calm.com

Headspace- Mental Wellness App: Meditation & Sleep - Headspace

Insight Timer-  Insight Timer — #1 Free Meditation App