Mental Health support for young people

Looking for mental health support?

Not feeling like yourself or worried about a friend?

Free and low-cost help available without a referral when you need to talk to someone. Supports include free counselling, resources and information for mental health, drug and alcohol use, relationship breakdown, bereavement and loss.
Mental Health support for young people

Lifeline – Counselling

If you've lost a parent or sibling, or are dealing with your parents' separation, free counselling is available face to face, online, or over the phone.

  • Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville, Western Australia

headspace Fremantle

Feeling stressed, stuck, or just need someone to talk to? headspace Fremantle provides free support for young people 12-25 dealing with mental health, body, and life stuff—no judgment, just help.

  • Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville

e-headspace

Need support but not ready to visit in person? headspace offers free, confidential online and phone support for young people aged 12–25.

  • Australia Wide, Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville

RightByYou

Worried your friend might be thinking about suicide? RightByYou helps you spot the signs, know what to say, and figure out what to do—especially if things feel urgent.

  • Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville, Western Australia

CYPRESS

If you’re between 6 and 18 and have lost someone close by suicide, CYPRESS is a free service where you can talk, get support, and find ways to cope—whenever you're ready, in a way that works for you.

  • Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville, WA Metro

Beyond Blue – Youth

Feeling anxious, down, or just not yourself? Beyond Blue has free support, real stories from young people, and tips to help you feel better and take control of your mental health.

  • Australia Wide, Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville

Youth Focus

Feeling sad, lonely or depressed? Youth Focus offers free, confidential support for young people 12-25. Chat with a counsellor, join a group, or get help with life stuff like study or work.

  • Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville, Western Australia

Palmerston

Worried about your own alcohol or drug use—or someone else’s? Palmerston provides free, confidential support and counselling for young people aged 12 and over. No judgment, just help to figure things out and feel more in control.

  • Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville, Western Australia

Freedom Centre

If you're 12–26 and part of the LGBTIQA+ community, Freedom Centre offers free, confidential counselling. Whether you're figuring out your identity, dealing with tough stuff, or just need to talk to someone who gets it.

  • Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville

Young Hearts Child Counselling Service

If you're 5–18 and things at home have been tough because of family or domestic violence, there’s free counselling available. You can talk to someone who listens, understands, and helps you feel safe and supported.

  • Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville

Mental Health Friendly GP’s

Looking for a GP who gets mental health? The Black Dog Institute has a guide to help you find a GP that’s easy to talk to and understands what you’re going through.

  • Cockburn, Fremantle, Melville, Western Australia

Tips & Tricks

Feeling nervous about reaching out for support?

That’s totally normal—and you’re not alone. Here’s what to keep in mind:

  • You’ve got options: chat online, call anytime (24/7), or talk in person
  • You can stay anonymous
  • You don't need a referral from your GP
  • It’s free or super low cost
  • It’s confidential and judgment-free
Still unsure? Check out some short videos from other young people sharing what it was like for them to reach out—you might find it’s easier than you think.

Support for young people

  • Looking for urgent help?

    Looking for urgent help?

    Need to talk or chat online to someone right now?

  • Looking for mental health support?

    Looking for mental health support?

    Not feeling like yourself or worried about a friend?

  • Looking for support with money or housing?

    Looking for support with money or housing?

    Stressing about rent, bills or where you’re staying?

  • Looking for wellbeing support?

    Looking for wellbeing support?

    Feeling lonely or just want to be part of something fun in your community?