Disclaimer

While online counselling can be highly beneficial for many individuals, it is not suitable for all mental health concerns. Some conditions require intensive, in-person intervention to ensure safety and provide the most effective support.In particular, individuals experiencing severe mental health disorders, such as psychosis, or those expressing suicidal ideation, should seek immediate, face-to-face care. Online counselling platforms may not offer the urgent crisis intervention necessary in these situations (Barnett & Kolmes, 2016).​

If you are in crisis or experiencing severe mental health symptoms, please seek immediate help through one of the following services:

Emergency services: Call 000 (Australia) or go to your nearest emergency department.

Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention).

Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 (support for mental health and wellbeing).

Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 (professional phone and online counselling for people affected by suicide.​

If you are located outside Australia, please contact your local emergency services or crisis helpline in your area.