ACON is a health promotion organisation based on New South Wales, which specialises in the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases like HIV. They also cater to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex health issues.
1 in 5 of us will experience symptoms of mental illness in any given year. In Australia that’s around 5 million people. And roughly 60% of these people won’t seek help. As the only medical research institute in Australia to investigate mental health across the lifespan, our aim is to create a mentally healthier world for everyone.
Beyond Blue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live.
All calls and chats are -on-one with a trained mental health professional, and completely confidential. Although we may ask for your first name and some general details, you can let us know if you’d like to remain anonymous.
Children of Parents with Mental Illness
COPMI promotes better mental health outcomes for children of parents with a mental illness. Kids in these situations may encounter educational, social, behavioural, and developmental challenges and resources are provided to overcome difficulties and enable better outcomes for them. A family focused approach is taken to identify strengths and vulnerabilities and then provide support as required.
“We help people with a lived experience feel supported and meet their everyday challenges. We want them to live ordinary, even extraordinary lives.”
If you or someone you care for needs support with their mental health or the NDIS, talk to us today on 1300 779 270 and one of our friendly staff will connect you with the right people and services for your needs. No referral necessary.
“..many traditional services aren’t equipped to address the unique barriers that young people face to accessing mental health support. headspace began in 2006 to address this critical gap, by providing tailored and holistic mental health support to 12 - 25 year olds. With a focus on early intervention, we work with young people to provide support at a crucial time in their lives – to help get them back on track and strengthen their ability to manage their mental health in the future.”
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. Ph 13 11 14
Mental Health Australia is the peak, national non-government organisation representing and promoting the interests of the Australian mental health sector and committed to achieving better mental health for all Australians.
Mental Health Carers Australia
Mental Health Carers Australia is the only national advocacy group solely concerned with the well-being and promotion of mental health carer needs. Our mission is to be the national voice for mental health carers to enable the best possible life. Our members are central to our advocacy structure of taking the grassroots experience of carers and translating that to the national voice of mental health carers.
This is one of the leading providers of mental health services in Victoria and the Southern part of Australia. They are driven to provide support to their clients for them to live independently despite their mental illness and aid these clients to full recovery.
Mental Health in Multicultural Australia
Mental Health in Multicultural Australia is an organisation that promotes mental health by creating projects that prevent the occurrence of suicide and preventing the development of mental illness. Their projects mainly build capacity of people affected by mental illness and also their families and communities.
National LGBTI Health Alliance
Is one of the leading organisations that provides health-related programs, services and research that focuses on the LGBTI community and their overall health state. The organisation also recognises that all must have a fair chance with regards to their wellbeing and relationship preference.
Open Minds is a leading provider of mental health and disability support services in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. Open Minds believes in working hand in hand to achieve mental health and overall well-being. They offered personalised and tailored mental health services that are focused on the individual needs of every individual who is receiving care that includes shelter, a source of income, health and lifestyle.
Orygen provides specialist mental health services for young people aged 15 to 25 who reside in the western and north-western regions of metropolitan Melbourne. Orygen is an Australian centre for the youth’s mental health and strives to deliver quality services and cutting-edge research and ensures improvement in the care and treatments given to those who are affected with mental illness.
Relationships Australia is a leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities. We aim to support all people in Australia to achieve positive and respectful relationships.
Sane Australia is an organisation that strives to raise awareness on mental health and create a support group online for people who are suffering from mental illness.