MENTAL HEALTH AND SUPPORT SERVICES
We’ve put together the following resources for you in the event that you wish to seek help. These range from pro bono counselling during this time to resources that are ongoing.
Counselling (24/7)
If you need immediate support call one of the following numbers:
Lifeline Australia | 13 11 14
Lifeline New Zealand | 0800 543 354
Kids Helpline | 1800 55 1800
MensLine Australia | 1300 78 99 78
Suicide Call Back Service | 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue | 1300 22 4636
If you wish to schedule a pro-bono (no cost to you) session with an accredited counsellor:
Alison M. Lane
B.SW, M.SW, M.Phil (MH acc). 32/908 Logan Road
Holland Park West
Provider No: 521252 2A
Mobile: 0403712883
www.confidentialcounselling.com.au
Alison M Lane is a clinical psychotherapist and social worker. She has been in private practice for 30 years. Alison offers therapy for individuals, couples and families in relation to trauma and relationships.
Through Frontliners, Alison is offering pro-bono Skype sessions: alison.lane1.
Work Happy
Work Happy provides access to confidential, professional counselling support for the Frontliners community.
Work Happy has been operating over 18 years with a wealth of experience and knowledge to achieve sustainable mental wellbeing. We pride ourselves in providing a rewarding, supportive and exceptionally positive experience with our services, starting from the intake stage all the way to delivery.
Work Happy ensures easy access for all the Frontliners community and that all services are provided by qualified practitioners in the strictest of confidence.
Here’s some other services offering support relevant to you:
NATIONAL:
Nurse & Midwife Support
Nurse & Midwife Support is the national 24/7 support service for nurses, midwives and students. The service is anonymous, confidential and free.
Any nurse, midwife or student or those concerned about their welfare can contact the service: 1800 667 877
Pandemic Kindness Movement
The Pandemic Kindness Movement is a clinician-led initiative to support the health and wellbeing of health workers during the pandemic.
The website is a way-finder to helpful, relevant resources that have been curated by teams of clinicians from around Australia
https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/kindness
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Doctors’ Health SA
Doctors’ Health SA is a not-for-profit, independent and profession-controlled organisation dedicated to improving the health of doctors and medical students for the good of the South Australian community. The service offers a suite of clinical (24/7 phone support & GP services), training and educational services, including doctors for doctors training, designed to achieve this aim. Further details are on the website www.doctorshealthsa.com.au as well Facebook page, just search Doctors’ Health SA, or phone 08 8232 1250.
NORTHERN TERRITORY
Doctors’ Health NT
Doctors’ Health NT is a program of Doctors' Health SA Ltd which is an independent, not-for-profit and profession-controlled organisation dedicated to improving the health of doctors and medical students for the good of the Northern Territory community. The service provides a 24/7 phone support line for doctors, telemedicine and educational activities. Further details are on the website www.doctorshealthnt.com.au
QUEENSLAND
Queensland Doctors’ Health Programme
Administrative Enquiries: (07) 3067 2351 Fax: (07) 3067 2355
E-mail: admin@qdhp.org.au
Helpline: (07) 3833 4352 (24 hrs, exclusively for doctors and medical students)
NSW & ACT
Doctors’ Health Advisory Service
DHAS offers an independent and confidential advice service for doctors and medical students in NSW & ACT. Each caller’s issues are unique, but often relate to work related stress, clinical competence, concern for a colleague, relationship issues, psychological disorders, alcohol or substance misuse and physical impairment. DHAS – NSW & ACT Helpline (02) 9437 6552 (7 days)
VICTORIA/TASMANIA
Nursing & Midwifery Health Program Victoria.
Nursing & Midwifery Health Program Victoria exists to provide health support to all nurses, midwives and students of nursing and midwifery in Victoria faced with substance use, mental health or family violence concerns. It advises and assists managers and human resources staff managing nurses and midwives with these sensitive health issues in their workplace.
Ph: 03 9415 7551
Website: https://www.nmhp.org.au
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Doctors Health Advisory Service of WA (DHASWA)
DHASWA is an independent, confidential resource for doctors and medical students in WA. The two main services offered by DHASWA are:
A free 24/7 call line staffed by experienced GPs who provide initial advice for doctors and medical students feeling stressed or who are unsure what to do. Call 93213098.
A Doctors for Doctors list consisting of GPs and Psychiatrists in WA who have an interest in doctor’s health and are willing to prioritise appointments for doctors and medical students
For public sector healthcare staff, the Department of health has produced a comprehensive framework of support services. We’ve tried to reach as many organizations as possible to seek their approval in appearing on this page. We’d love to provide you with more and we are always open to new information.