Suicide Call Back Service

Suicide Call Back Service is a free nationwide service providing 24/7 phone and online counselling to people affected by suicide.

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Stigma around suicide

While significant progress has been made in mental health support and suicide prevention, there remains a stigma around suicide. How can we break down the stigma so people can get the support they need?

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Feeling suicidal 

Helping yourself when overwhelmed and suicidal

Having suicidal thoughts can be a response to feeling overwhelmed and distressed. It can be a scary and lonely time but remember that support is available. Read on for a list of things that some people have found helpful when feeling overwhelmed.

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Feeling suicidal 

Talking about suicide

Talking about suicide and sharing your suicidal thoughts can feel challenging. You might think it is easier to keep it to yourself rather than risk telling someone. However, if you choose someone you trust, talking with them about how you feel can help.

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    How can we help you?

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    Need to talk to someone?

    Suicide Call Back Service offers free professional 24/7 telephone counselling support to people at risk of suicide, concerned about someone at risk, bereaved by suicide and people experiencing emotional or mental health issues.

    Call 1300 659 467

    Online Chat & Video Counselling

    Suicide Call Back Service offers free professional 24/7 online counselling support to people at risk of suicide, concerned about someone at risk, bereaved by suicide and people experiencing emotional or mental health issues.

    How to access online counselling

    What to do in an emergency

    If someone’s life is in danger or there is an immediate risk of harm, call emergency services on 000.

    Suicide Call Back Service has advice on what to do if you are with a person at risk, if the person at risk has called you, or you need the poisons information hotline.

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    Information for Health Professionals

    Understand how our counselling services work, how to refer a client and access support materials for clients at risk.

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