In a mental health emergency, call the Mental Health Triage Service on 13 14 65.


If life is in danger, call Triple Zero (000).

When things become overwhelming and stress is mounting, it can be hard to see a way through. It may seem as though you've tried everything and nothing is making a difference.

If you ever feel unable to cope because of overwhelming or intense emotions, or if you have any thoughts of harming yourself, then ask for help immediately.

Help in a crisis

If life is in danger, call Triple Zero (000).

Mental Health Triage Service

In a mental health emergency, call the Mental Health Triage Service on 13 14 65.

The service is available 24/7 and staffed by trained mental health professionals who can provide advice and connect you to support in a crisis.

Lifeline

Lifeline provides 24/7 suicide prevention and crisis support for anyone in Australia.

BeyondBlue

Beyond Blue provides 24/7 crisis support for anyone in Australia.

13YARN

13YARN provides 24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Suicide Call Back Service

The Suicide Call Back Service provides 24/7 telephone counselling for anyone at risk of or affected by suicide.

Kids Helpline

The Kids Helpline provides 24/7 phone and online counselling for young people aged 5 to 25.

In-person support

The following services provide a welcoming place where everyone can access immediate mental health support for free.

Address: Unit 9, 2-4 Cameron Road, Mount Barker
Phone: (08) 8473 6900
Website: Mount Barker Medicare Mental Health Centre
Opening hours:

  • Monday to Wednesday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
  • Thursday to Friday, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
  • Saturday to Sunday, 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Address: Unit 7, 165 Commercial Street East, Mount Gambier
Phone: (08) 8724 7696
Website: Mount Gambier Medicare Mental Health Centre
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Address: 23 Gillingham Road, Elizabeth
Phone: 1800 565 774
Website: Northern Adelaide Head to Health Support Services
Opening hours:

  • Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 10:30 pm
  • Weekends and public holidays: 12:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Address: 129 Ellen Street, Port Pirie
Phone: (08) 8714 9070
Website: Port Pirie Medicare Mental Health Centre
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Address: 215 Grenfell Street, Adelaide
Phone: (08) 8448 9100
Website: Urgent Mental Health Care Centre
Opening hours: 24 hours a day, seven days a week