SuicideLine Victoria is a free 24/7 telephone, video and online counselling service offering professional support to people at risk of suicide, people concerned about someone else’s risk of suicide, and people bereaved by suicide.
Get immediate help now by selecting one of our counselling services below.
Why use phone and online counselling?
With its less confronting approach, many people find phone and online counselling a helpful alternative to face-to-face counselling. Our qualified counsellors specialise in working with suicide-related issues, and will assist you in working through difficult emotions.
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Advice and support for anyone affected by suicide
Read our helpful resources including how to talk about suicide, recognising suicide warning signs and how to support children bereaved by suicide. We also have resources for health professionals looking for information on estimating the risk of suicide and how to complete a risk assessment.
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What to do in an emergency
Read our advice for what you can do if you are with the person at risk, or if the person at risk has called you. If someone’s life is in danger or there is an immediate risk of harm, call emergency services on 000.
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Understanding the differences between social isolation and loneliness
Social isolation and loneliness, despite sounding similar, are in fact quite different. Understand the differences between social isolation and loneliness.
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Suicide grief and bereavement: looking after yourself
The grief process is never easy, but the grief experienced when losing someone to suicide can be especially complex and traumatic. Looking after yourself and your own mental health and wellbeing is therefore very important during this challenging time of emotional upheaval. Here are some self-care tips that you may find helpful.
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The far-reaching consequences of suicide
Suicide in Victoria may have affected up to 97,000 people last year.
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3 even more surprising mental health benefits of sleep
Sleep is an essential biological process that has been observed in almost all animals. Quality sleep is also crucial to good mental health.
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