Melbourne Polytechnic is committed to supporting the wellbeing of our students. We know that studying while managing life’s demands can be challenging. Our Student Wellbeing & Counselling Service provides free, short term, and confidential support for all enrolled students. Our team are highly qualified and experienced in supporting people with a variety of issues. You can access support in-person, online, or by phone.
As Melbourne Polytechnic Students, you are welcomed to speak with a Student Wellbeing Advisor or Counsellor when you feel stuck, stressed, overwhelmed, worried, or need support with decision-making. We provide a safe, respectful space where you will be heard and supported as a valued member of our community.
You can leave a message for us at the Student Hub by calling 1300 635 276 (then press 2) or by submitting a request form through the Student Portal. One of our team members will be in contact you as soon as possible after receiving your request for support.
If you need support before or between appointments with us, you may find the services below helpful.
Many are available every day, at any time, and some also offer online chat through their websites.
Lifeline - 13 11 14
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free and confidential telephone counselling crisis line and referral service
Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free and confidential telephone counselling crisis line and referral service
Information on depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, postnatal depression and related substance-misuse disorders
Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free and confidential telephone counselling crisis line and referral service
For young people aged 12 and 25 years
SuicideLine - 1300 651 251
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free and confidential telephone counselling crisis line and referral service
1800RESPECT - 1800 737 732
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Support for people impacted by domestic, family and sexual violence
SANE Helpline - 1800 18 72 63
Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
Helpline for people affected by mental illness
MensLine - 1300 78 99 78
24 hours a day
Counselling service for men
QLife - 1800 184 527
Every day, 3pm-9pm
Free and anonymous LGBTIQ+ peer support
headspace - 1800 650 890
Every day, 3pm-10pm in your local time zone
Online support and counselling for young people aged 12-25