I'm feeling
lonely, worthless, no good
Everyone feels lonely or worthless from time to time, but long periods of loneliness or social isolation can have negative impacts on your physical and mental health and wellbeing.
Learn more about understanding loneliness from Lifeline
online and over the phone support
There are a range of online and phone support options available, as well as online forums and communities where you can connect with people who understand.
iBobbly
A social and emotional wellbeing self-help app for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples aged 15 years and over.
MensLine Australia
24/7 telephone and online support for men with emotional health and relationship concerns.
Beyond Blue Helpline
HFree helpline that provides help and support via telephone (24/7) or web chat (11am - 12am)
This is Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Qualified counsellors at Kids Helpline are available via WebChat, phone or email anytime and for any reason.
Headspace
Online & Phone Support
Confidential, free and safe space to talk about what is going on for young people aged 12-25.
Connect 1-on-1 from 9am - 1am, 7 days a week.
Beyond Blue
Online Forums
Online peer support forum. Share and learn from your peers and become part of an online community.
Not sure where to begin?
Learn more about what mental health is, the different services available, things to expect when you see a doctor, and more.
feeling overwhelmed and would rather speak to someone?
You can speak to someone to get some help finding an appropriate service. If it is outside of business hours, complete the form and someone will get back to you.
Learn more online
If you’re noticing significant changes in your mood, thoughts, and behaviour, connecting with information online to understand your condition can help you take care of your mental health.
List of Services
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Find local community groupsList Item 4
Joining a club, organisation or online community can help to make meaningful friendships.
You can search community groups at 'My Community Directory'.
You local council website may also have details of local community groups, organisations and events.
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Friends for GoodList Item 3
More information about loneliness and some suggestions of things that may be helpful.
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Ending loneliness together
Online resources about loneliness
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Understanding loneliness | headspaceList Item 2
Information and resources on understanding loneliness for young people aged 12-25.
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Head to HealthList Item 1
Head to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental health organisations .
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Senior Services Guide
Find local services and activties you can get involved in within your community.
Find a mental health & Wellbeing SERVICE
Search the mental health directory based on location, age and service type to a find services available to you.
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