You're probably aware of some of these resources and support services, but we've put them all in one place for your convenience.
Helplines
beyondblue www.beyondblue.org.au
1300 22 4636
A national 24-hour telephone and online counselling service for people affected by anxiety, depression and a range of other mental health issues.
Kids' Helpline www.kidshelpline.com.au
1800 551 800
A free, private, and confidential 24-hour free telephone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25 years.
Lifeline www.lifeline.org.au
13 11 14
A national 24-hour telephone and online crisis support service for people of all ages who are having difficulty coping or staying safe.
Mensline Australia www.mensline.org.au
1300 789978
A national 24-hour telephone and online counselling service for men.
PANDA http://www.panda.org.au
1300 726 306
A weekday 10am-5pm telephone helpline for those experiencing perinatal depression and anxiety, or for any new parent struggling during pregnancy or after the birth of their baby. The service is also available to partners, family and friends.
SANE Australia www.sane.org
1800 18 7263
A 9am-5pm weekday telephone and online counselling service for people affected by mental illness.
Suicide Call Back Service www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au
1300 659 467
A national 24-hour telephone and online counselling service for those considering suicide, living with someone who is considering suicide, or bereaved by suicide.
Mental Health
MindHealthConnect www.mindhealthconnect.org.au
MindHealthConnect features mental health resources, information and online programs provided by a range of organisations.
Mental Health Council of Australia www.mhca.org.au
The Mental Health Council of Australia is an independent, non-government body that represents and promotes the interests of the mental health sector and advises on mental health in Australia.
Reach Out www.reachout.com.au
ReachOut is Australia's leading online youth mental health service that is accessed by more than 110,000 Australians each month. They provide practical information, tools and support to young people needing help for everything from everyday troubles to really tough times.
SANE Australia www.sane.org
SANE Australia is a national charity that helps people affected by mental illness through campaigning, education and research. They also have a 9am-5pm weekday telephone and online counselling service.
Anxiety & Depression
beyondblue www.beyondblue.org.au
beyondblue is a national organisation which aims to reduce the prevalence of anxiety and depression in Australia and eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health issues.
Black Dog Institute www.blackdoginstitute.org.au
The Black Dog Institute provides expert information on depression and bipolar disorder to the public and health professionals.
BlueBoard www.blueboard.anu.edu.au
BlueBoard is an online support group for people affected by depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety disorders. The group is run as a moderated bulletin board with strict protocols to protect privacy.
e-couch www.ecouch.anu.edu.au
e-couch is a self-help interactive program with modules for depression, generalised anxiety, worry, social anxiety, relationship breakdown, and grief and loss. It provides self-help interventions drawn from cognitive, behavioural and interpersonal therapies, and also references relaxation, mindfulness and physical activity.
headspace www.headspace.org.au
headspace provide information, support and advice for young people aged 12-25 years and their families. headspace can help with issues around general health, mental health and wellbeing, alcohol and drugs, education, employment and more.
mentalhealthonline www.mentalhealthonline.org.au
This website offers information about anxiety disorders, a free automated psychological assessment and various self-help treatment programs.
MoodGYM www.moodgym.anu.edu.au
MoodGYM is a popular interactive program which incorporates cognitive behavioural therapy for depression. It has been extensively researched and its effectiveness demonstrated in randomised controlled trials.
PANDA www.panda.org.au
Perinatal Depression & Anxiety Australia is a non-profit, self-help organisation providing vital support, information, referral advice and counselling to anyone affected by antenatal or postnatal anxiety or depression. You do not need to have a diagnosis to make contact with PANDA - they are keen to support any new parent struggling during pregnancy or after the birth of their baby, as well as partners, family and friends.
Partners In Depression www.partnersindepression.com.au
Partners in Depression is an innovative information and support group program for people who live with or support someone experiencing depression.
Drugs & Substance Abuse
Australian Drug Information Network www.adin.com.au
This website is a central point of access to alcohol and drug information provided by prominent organisations in Australia and overseas.
DirectLine www.directline.org.au
DirectLine is a statewide telephone and online service which supports people seeking alcohol and other drugs information, advice or referral. It operates 24-hours a day, seven days a week.
DrugRehab.com www.drugrehab.com
This website features some very helpful information for people fighting addiction and substance abuse. It is also a particularly good resource for teenagers and parents who have questions about drug use and addiction.
headspace www.headspace.org.au
headspace provide information, support and advice for young people aged 12-25 years and their families. headspace can help with issues around general health, mental health and wellbeing, alcohol and drugs, education, employment and more.
Suicide
Living Is For Everyone www.livingisforeveryone.com.au
LIFE is a world-class suicide and self-harm prevention resource. It is dedicated to providing empirical evidence and resources. The LIFE website is particularly designed for people across the community involved in suicide and self-harm prevention activities.
Reach Out www.au.reachout.com
ReachOut is Australia's leading online youth mental health service that is accessed by more than 110,000 Australians each month. They provide practical information, tools and support to young people needing help for everything from everyday troubles to really tough times. Reach Out also offers a national online youth suicide prevention program, featuring information and resources.
Mindframe www.mindframe-media.info
Mindframe is a national initiative that provides access to up-to-date, evidence-based information to support the reporting, portrayal and communication about suicide and mental illness.
Trauma & Grief
Australian Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health www.acpmh.unimelb.edu.au
This centre offers world-class research, policy advice, service development and education around trauma. The centre's services help organisations and health professionals who work with people affected by traumatic events.
Australian Child & Adolescent Trauma, Loss & Grief Network www.earlytraumagrief.anu.edu.au
This network offers resources and information to anyone involved in the care of children and and adolescents who is interested in the potential impact of trauma, loss and grief experiences.
Other Resources
Australian Pain Society www.apsoc.org.au
The Australian Pain Society aims to relieve pain and related suffering through education, research and public advocacy. The organisation features representatives from many medical specialties, such as dentistry, psychology, nursing and general practice.
Beacon www.beacon.anu.edu.au
Beacon provides consumers and professionals with information about e-health online programs for mental health disorders and physical health problems. Websites throughout the world are reviewed and ranked by a panel of health experts and by consumers.
Mental Health in Multicultural Australia www.mhima.org.au
An organisation linking a range of state and territory mental health specialists and services, advocacy groups and tertiary institutions to promote the mental health and wellbeing of Australia's diverse communities.
Carers Australia www.carersaustralia.com.au
Carers Australia is a national organisation that works to promote the important role of carers. It also aims to empower carers so that they are better informed and resourced.
Consumers' Health Forum of Australia www.chf.org.au
This is a leading national organisation providing a voice for health consumers.
National Association for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect www.napcan.org.au
This is a national organisation working to promote effective care and protection of children.
National Rural Health Alliance www.ruralhealth.org.au
This is national body working to improve the health of Australians living in rural and remote areas.
The Butterfly Foundation www.thebutterflyfoundation.org.au
The Butterfly Foundation provides support for Australians who suffer from eating disorders and negative body image issues. They are also available to support partners, family and friends.
Armadale Psychology Registration Forms
Please complete the relevant client registration form below and bring it to your first appointment. If you're an adult client, it would be great if you could also complete the DASS and YSQ questionnaires. If completing forms or questionnaires just seems too hard, don't worry, we can complete them together during your first session.
Client Registration and Consent Form