Grief is the natural emotional response to the loss of someone close, such as a family member or friend. Grief can also occur after a serious illness, a divorce or other significant losses.
Traumatic experiences can overwhelm our minds and bodies and impact our daily lives, however everyone’s reactions to trauma will be different.
These feelings can be overwhelming. There is help available.
Find online support options, phone lines and information that can help support you.
Confidential telephone support from 6am - midnight, 7 days a week. Online forums and resources to support you.
Free online program to support people who have recently lost someone they care about.
Short term phone counselling support for adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse. 9am - 5pm, 7 days a week.
Program to support adults aged 18 and over to manage symptoms resulting from experiencing a traumatic event.
Moderated, online peer support forum for discussion of PTSD, domestic abuse, sexual abuse and other traumatic life events.
Learn more about what mental health is, the different services available, things to expect when you see a doctor, and more.
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.
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.
Fact sheets for people affected by complex childhood trauma and abuse.
Grief and loss resources and information, wellbeing practices and coping strategies.
Dealing with grief and trauma and its effects on mental health, information for people aged 12-25.
Grief and loss information page
Head to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental health organisations .