12 Points Psychology
Client Resources
In case of emergency, always call 000 and don’t forget that your local GP and medical centre is able to provide mental health-based sessions (bi-weekly or weekly check-ins) while you’re waiting to see a mental health clinician.
Otherwise, if you need someone to talk to please select a resource below:
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Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicideline (including text back & online service): 1300 651 251
Safe Steps Family Violence Response Service: 1800 015 188
Australian Centre for Grief & Bereavement: 1800 642 066 (9am – 5pm)
Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1800 806 292
Griefline: 1300 845 745 (12pm to 3am)
Gambler’s Help: 1800 858 858
Parentline: 13 22 89 (8am to midnight)
Mensline: 1300 789 978
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Outer Eastern CAT: 1300 721 927
Southern Health CAT: 1300 369 012
DHHS - Eastern Division: 1300 360 391
For other areas and information: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/crisis-management
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DHHS (after hours): 131 278
Child First: 9705 3939
For other areas or information: https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/child-protection-contacts
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If you want evidence-based, self-help resources, please check out:
www.headspace.com (including self-guided meditation and stress-reduction programs)
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And finally, you can email hello@12pointspsychology.com for information on Therapy Bytes or sign up to this innovative program that provides online support and access to useful coping strategies while you’re waiting to see a clinician.