Emotional and psychological support
It is natural to feel stress, anxiety, grief and worry during and after an emergency.
Everyone reacts differently, and your own feelings will change over time. Notice and accept how you feel.
Taking care of your emotional health during an emergency will help you think clearly and react to the urgent needs to protect yourself and your family.
Self-care during an emergency will help your long-term healing.
Free Counselling Services
The Northern Territory Government provides free confidential stress-related counselling services during a declared disaster.
These are available through Employee Assistance Services Australia.
For counselling services in the Top End, call (08) 8941 1752.
For counselling services in the Katherine region, call (08) 8941 1752.
For counselling services in Central Australia, call (08) 8953 4225.
24 Hour Support
If you, or someone you care about, feel overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, you can talk to someone.
For 24-hour support, you can call:
- Lifeline - 13 11 14
- Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636
- Kids Help Line - 1800 551 800
For emergency help for a person experiencing a mental health crisis or who needs mental health advice or support:
- Northern Territory Mental Health - 1800 682 288
If you or someone you are with is in imminent danger, call 000.
Get more mental health information or 24-hour support services on the Northern Territory Government website.