Mental Wellbeing and Counselling
For urgent 24/7 crisis support call 1300 305 737
What support do you need?
Self help
Learn about a specific issue.
Look after your wellbeing
Reach out for support
No one should face their problems alone. If you need someone to talk to - reach out. You can talk to someone at RMIT or call a confidential support line.
| RMIT crisis support line | Tel.1300 305 737 | Call our helpline for crisis support any time of day or night. You can also text: 0488 884 162 |
| Lifeline | 13 11 14 | 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. |
| Beyond Blue | 1300 22 4636 | 24-hour support. Call, chat, or email with a trained mental health professional. |
| 1800 Respect | 1800 737 732 | 24-hour support for sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse. |
| Q Life | 1800 184 527 | 3pm-midnight every day. Anonymous and free LGBTI peer support and referral. Talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships. |
Online programs
Build your skills to manage your wellbeing, or find online support anytime you need it.
| This way up | Free online course | Manage your stress, take control of your wellbeing – and get the most out of your university experience! |
| MyCompass | Self-help app | A personalised self-help tool for your mental health. |
| Mindspot | Online treatment | Find a Mindspot treatment course that may help you better manage your anxiety, stress, worry, depression, low mood or pain. |
| eHeadspace | Web chat, email and phone support | Free online and telephone support and counselling to young people 12 - 25 and their families and friends. |
Connect with others
Connecting with others can have a positive effect on your mental health and emotional wellbeing.
| ReachOut Forums | Join the online discussion | A supportive, safe and anonymous space where people care about what's happening for you, because they've been there too. |
| Clubs and societies | Join a student club | Joining a club is a great way to meet other students who share your interests. |
| Student life | Creative and sport opportunities | Our clubs, collectives, events and trips will help you meet new people and make connections. |
| RUSU | Your student union | Events and free food, welfare support and lots of opportunities to connect. |