Would you like support over the phone?
If you’d like confidential support over the phone, you can call the Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858 any time, day or night.
The Gambling Helpline is here for anyone affected by gam bling, whether it’s your own or someone else’s. That includes partners, family members and friends like you. Our qualified counsellors can help you look after yourself during this challenging time, and give you strategies to support someone in their gambling recovery.
Qualified gambling counsellors are available to listen and talk through what’s been happening. They can provide information and support, and connect you or anyone else in need with ongoing counselling or other services if required.
This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Calls are free and aren’t listed on phone bills.
Gambling Helpline counsellors can provide the following:
- confidential and free support
- crisis support
- someone who will listen and understand
- referrals to local ongoing gambling counselling services
- information
- tips and strategies to help people achieve their goals
For help in another language or if you’re looking for culturally appropriate support, you can call the Gambling Helpline on
People with a hearing or speech impairment can contact the Gambling Helpline through the National Relay Service.
Not sure this is the right type of support?
There are many ways to get help. Everyone’s different, so it’s important for each person to find the right support for them. Different approaches may work better for different people. We’re here to help people choose the type of support that suits them best.
Take a look at the other types of support and counselling that are available:
- Ongoing gambling counselling, including telehealth
- Financial counselling
- Online chat
- Email support
- SMS support
- Online forums
To learn more about how support and counselling can help people who are struggling with their gambling, see our information on Seeking Support.
Do you want more help?
To learn more about how support or counselling can help you or anyone else in need, you can start an online chat with us or call the Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858 – free, confidential, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. These services are available to support anyone affected by gambling harm, including family members or friends.
Family members and friends often play an important role in someone’s recovery from gambling harm. To learn more about how you can support someone to change their gambling, visit our Taking Action section.
