LGBQTIA+

Queer mental health

Prioritising mental health is essential for navigating life’s challenges. It fosters resilience and confidence in embracing your identity. By engaging in self-care—like mindfulness, hobbies, or rest—and seeking support from friends, family, or professionals, you build a strong foundation for well-being. This investment promotes personal growth, strengthens relationships, and leads to a fulfilling life that reflects your true self.

LGBTQIA+ supports and connections

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A LGBTQIA+ and Queer Friendly community group for the people of Margaret River/Wooditchup
Email: margaretriverpride@gmail.com
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All local LGBTIQ+ youth, years 7-12, from all schools.Q-Squad is a friendly, safe group where LGBTIQ+ youth can support each other, explore community initiatives and meet new people.
Phone: Carolyn Ralph, Margaret River Senior Highschool, 0400 739 488

Supports young people (12- 25 years).
Cost: Free
Hours: Tuesday 11 am to 7 pm; Wednesday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Phone: 6164 0680
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For lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, questioning and queer (LGBTIQ+) young people (aged 12-25). Young people can seek support online from ‘Queer Peers’- young people who have lived experience and training in peer support in a safe and welcoming space.
Young LGBTIQ+ people can log on anonymously and ask questions, about a range of topics like confusion about sexuality or gender, coming out to parents and friends, sex, sexual health, dating, or support services. Young people are welcome to log in and actively participate or just watch the discussion. Young people who might need professional support can be referred to eheadspace clinicians.
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Living Proud is a non-profit organisation which aims to promote the wellbeing of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, queer and other sexuality, sex and gender diverse people in Western Australia.
Phone: 9486 9855
Hours: 3 PM to midnight every day
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Australia-wide anonymous, LGBTI peer support and referral service for LGBTI individuals, their friends and families wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.
Cost: Free
Phone: 1800 184 527
Hours: 3 PM-midnight every day
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A peer support service for transgender people and their loved ones in Western Australia. Based in Perth, there are options to join online private support and peer groups for Trans Men, Trans Women, Non-Binary Folk and Parents & Family. 
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At Beyond Blue, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and diversity of our Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Intersex and Queer (LGBTIQ+) communities.
Recognising the unique mental health challenges faced by LGBTIQ+ individuals, we provide comprehensive resources and support to foster well-being and inclusivity.
Phone: 1300 22 4636
Chat: Online
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