Need Help Now?

Our aim is to make this directory as simple as possible for you to find help in a crisis or emergency. We are grateful for your suggestions and feedback.

Emergency Numbers

000 (Triple Zero) Police: Where there is physical danger and/or a threat of violence.
Ambulance: Where there is a medical emergency.
(have your address and other relevant information ready!)
112 GSM International Emergency for mobile phones.
Works even if you are out of credit!
106 TXT If you are deaf or have a speech or hearing impairment you can call 106 using a textphone(TTY) or a computer with modem access.

Mental Health Crisis

Contact your local Mental Health Clinic

Details of Mental Health clinics and Hospitals in WA can be found at the
White Pages web site.

Mental Health Emergency Response Line

If you are unsure, it's after hours or you need advice on what to do call the Mental Health Emergency response line.

1300 555 788 or RuralLink 1800 552 002

During business hours (8.30am – 4.15pm) calls will be referred to the local area mental health service. Outside business hours Calls will be referred to local Community Emergency Response Teams.

You can also visit your nearest public hospital Emergency Dept.

View a list of public hospitals in WA at the White Pages

After Hours GP Clinics

View a list of out of hours GP Clinics at the WA Department of Health's web site.

HelpLines - 24 Hour Assistance!

LifeLine 131114
Samaritans Careline 08 9381 5555
Youthline 08 9388 2500
Countryline 1800 198 313
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
Crisis Care 08 9223 1111 or 1800 199 008
Poisons Information Service 131 126
Healthdirect Australia 1800 022 222
Translating and Interpreting Service 13 14 50
SANE (Office Hours Only) 1800 18 SANE
National Domestic Violence and
Sexual Assault Helpline
1800 200 526

On-Line Directories and Finding a Health Professional

Beyond Blue Map Directory

Find a Medical (GP) & allied health practitioner in mental health.

Australian Psychological Society

Finding a psychologist.

The Psychotherapists and Counsellors Association of WA

Finding a psychotherapist or counsellor.

Australian Association of Social Workers

Find a Social Worker.

Blue Pages Directory

Blue Pages Directory of Where can you get help for yourself or someone you care about.

Office of Mental Health WA

Getting Help, Extensive directory!

Department for Communities

Crisis Care, Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Homelessness

Australian Association for CBT WA

downloadble list of practitioners.

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