Support for children and young people

    Mental health is important, especially for children and young people.

    If you don’t know where to go for help, and don’t feel comfortable talking to anyone you know, you might feel better calling a helpline, joining a forum discussion, or trying an online program.

    To find out more, try one of the organisations below who can help you get through difficult times and support your mental health and wellbeing. 

    Online supports and resources

    Support

    Free and confidential online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Speak to someone through Web Chat, phone or email.


    Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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    Resources

    Australia's independent regulator for online safety. Provides useful information to help young people stay safe online.

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    Take a Step

    Resources

    Information and resources on different topics to support the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people. Created by headspace.

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    Support

    Telephone hotline that offers information and referrals to support services throughout the whole of the NT for children and families.

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    Resources

    Resources for young people who have a parent living with a mental health illness.

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    Support and Resources

    Free, confidential and anonymous counselling services for young people aged 12 to 25.

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    Support and Resources

    Mental health information for young people and their parents. Find practical support, tools and tips to get through everyday issues or tough times.


    Peer workers also available for young people aged 16 to 25.
    3pm - 8pm Monday to Thursday
    1pm - 5pm Fridays (AEST).    

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    Local support

    Mental Health Support for Children and Young People

    If you need emergency support for yourself or someone experiencing a mental health crisis you can call the NT Mental Health Line - 1800 682 288.

    This is a free, confidential 24-hour hotline

    To find NT services and supports for children and young people

    Visit NT Government

    Community Based Mental Health Services for Children and Young People

    Community based mental health services support individuals and carers with emerging or present mental health issues. They can also help with issues of addiction, relationships, grief, domestic violence; and housing or financial hardship.

    To find a community based mental health service

    Visit NTCOSS

    General Practitioner (GP) or doctor

    A good place to start if you’re struggling with your mental health and you are looking for support, is your local General Practitioner (GP), also known as a doctor.

    To find a GP in the NT

    Visit healthdirect
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