A statewide Queensland service for people of all ages from multicultural backgrounds. It offers mental health advice, assessment and support, with access to more than 100 bicultural workers. You, your family or a service can refer.
Audience: Families and carers
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Foundation House
Free counselling and support in Victoria for people from refugee backgrounds who have experienced torture or other traumatic events. You can refer yourself, or someone can call for you with your permission.
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STARTTS
Free counselling and support in NSW for refugees and people seeking asylum who experienced war, persecution or violence before coming to Australia. Anyone can make a referral.
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QPASTT
Free counselling and support in Queensland for people of all ages from refugee backgrounds who have experienced torture, trauma or war. Anyone can refer, including yourself or family.
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ASeTTS
Free counselling and support in Western Australia for people from refugee-like backgrounds who experienced torture or trauma and are struggling with its effects. You can refer yourself.
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STTARS
Free counselling in South Australia for people from refugee and refugee-like backgrounds, including people seeking asylum, no matter how long they have been in Australia. You can refer yourself.
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Companion House
Medical care, counselling and support in Canberra for adults and children who came to Australia to be safe from persecution, torture and war. You can refer yourself.
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Carer Gateway
Free help for people who care for a family member or friend, including counselling, respite (a break from caring) and practical support.
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SANE
Support for people living with ongoing or complex mental health issues or trauma, and for their family and friends. Includes free online forums (open 24/7), a self-paced recovery program and counselling.
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1800RESPECT
The national counselling, information and support service for anyone affected by domestic, family or sexual violence, and for people supporting them. Call, text, chat or video call, any time.