Take a step towards better wellbeing
Stressed, worried, or feeling overwhelmed? Medicare Mental Health Check In offers free digital support to guide you through life’s challenges. No referral or diagnosis needed.
Our free digital programs help you work on your wellbeing whenever and wherever suits you, with tools and advice from a mental health practitioner at your fingertips. They use a safe, evidence-based approach to help you manage early mental health concerns or symptoms.
It starts with a phone call.
What do you need support with?
If you've started experiencing issues such as stress, low mood, excessive worries, and not sleeping well, you're not alone. Explore our evidence-based information and resources to understand what may be going on and learn more about our programs that can help you feel more grounded, informed, and in control.
Build practical skills for everyday life
If you want more personalised guidance to work on your wellbeing, our free digital programs can help you. Work through online tools in your own time and be guided through the tools with the support of a trained practitioner via phone or video.
Each program includes check-ins with a trained mental health practitioner and activities that help you:
recognise and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns
manage strong emotions with practical, proven techniques
build self-awareness and coping skills for everyday challenges.
Not sure where to start?
Choose the option that applies to you and we'll guide you to your next step.
Is this for me?
Medicare Mental Health Check In programs are designed for people who:
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are starting to experience mental health challenges such as feeling down, anxious or overwhelmed
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are aged 16 or older
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live and are currently in Australia.
The first step to accessing a program is to call Medicare Mental Health on 1800 595 212 and speak to a trained professional. They will help you determine if the service is right for you. If it isn’t right for you, they will help connect you with other appropriate supports.
Do you need help now?
Medicare Mental Health Check In can be a helpful starting point for many people, but if you need support right away, there are 24/7 services that can help. If you're feeling unsafe or overwhelmed right now, know that you're not alone, and your safety matters.