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SuicideLine

SuicideLine Victoria is a 24/7 offers free professional phone and online counselling for people living in Victoria.

How SuicideLine Victoria can help

SuicideLine Victoria is a free 24/7 telephone and online counselling service offering professional support to people at risk of suicide, people concerned about someone else’s risk of suicide, people bereaved by suicide, and anyone experiencing mental health issues.

As the only state-based telephone service in Australia dedicated to suicide prevention, our professionally trained counsellors have specialist skills in working with suicide-related issues and they can help you to work through the pain and distress you may be feeling.

SuicideLine Victoria answers thousands of calls each year from people in Victoria affected by suicide.

Information lines / help lines

  • Call 1300 651 251 (24 hours a day)
  • Chat online to a SuicideLine Victoria counsellor
  • Check the website for resources and information

Recommended links

Last reviewed: January 2024

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Bereaved by suicide Archive | SuicideLine Victoria

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Concerned about someone Archive | SuicideLine Victoria

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Emergency contact support in Victoria | SuicideLine Victoria

Emergency contact details 24/7 | Immediate crisis support available in Melbourne, Victoria | What to do in an emergency.

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If someone at risk has called you | SuicideLine Victoria

Tips, information & contact numbers of emergency services for people that are on the phone with a suicidal person in Melbourne & Victoria.

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Emergency advice when someone is suicidal | SuicideLine Victoria

Tips, information & contact numbers of emergency services for people that are with a suicidal person in Melbourne & Victoria Australia.

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Mental health Archive | SuicideLine Victoria

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Signs my drinking is becoming a problem | SuicideLine Victoria

Lots of us drink socially, but how can you tell if your drinking is becoming a problem? Here are some warning signs and where to get help.

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What is social anxiety? | SuicideLine Victoria

What is social anxiety? | Discover the signs, causes and support available for social anxiety | SuicideLine Victoria

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Phone and Online Counselling | SuicideLine Victoria

SuicideLine Victoria offers free, professional telephone & online counselling 24/7 | Melbourne & Victoria Australia.

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Resources for people affected by suicide | SuicideLine Victoria

Free counselling, resources and support if you are thinking about suicide, concerned about someone, or bereaved by suicide.

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