Low Intensity Mental Health Services
Medicare Mental Health Check In
Free support for mild mental health challenges.
- For people aged 16+
- Up to 6 sessions
- Available online, by phone, or face-to-face (where available)
- Group and one-to-one support
How to access: Call 1800 595 212 or visit the website.
Managing Emotions
Learn practical tools to manage stress, anxiety and depression.
- For adults aged 18+
- Six weekly group sessions
- Evidence-based techniques to improve emotional wellbeing
- Face-to-face program
How to access: Self-referral or online referral form.
Access Plus
Short-term counselling for people experiencing financial hardship.
- Individual psychological therapy
- For people with mild to moderate mental health concerns
- Prioritises underserved and at-risk groups
- Up to 8 hours of support (or 12 hours through the suicide prevention pathway)
How to access: Speak with your GP or specialist about a referral through Medicare Mental Health.
Psychological Therapies (STARTTS)
Trauma-informed mental health support for refugee communities.
- For refugees, asylum seekers and people from refugee-like backgrounds
- Individual and group therapy available
- Culturally sensitive, trauma-focused care
- Support tailored to individual needs
How to access: Call (02) 9646 6800.
Lifeline Connect
Free support to help you find the right services and community connections.
- Available to people of all ages
- No Medicare card required
- Help with issues such as loneliness, financial stress, housing, caring responsibilities and major life changes
- Free, anonymous and non-clinical support
How to access: No referral needed. Drop in or attend a weekly session.