Mental health and wellbeing support
We’re here for you. One entry. The right support.
Our mental health and wellbeing form is your starting point to access the help you need — when you need it. One simple form connects you to the right confidential support.
How it works
Step 1
Complete the mental health and wellbeing form
Tell us what's going on and what you need. The form is quick, simple, and confidential.
Step 2
We'll be in touch
A specialist UWA team member will contact you within 48 business hours.
Step 3
Get matched with the right support
With your consent, we’ll connect you into the support that best suits your needs — and we’ll be here to help you throughout the process.
What kind of support is available?
By submitting through the form, you’ll gain access to our range of specialist support — all designed to help you through whatever you're facing.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Drop in to The Living Room, our peer-based wellbeing space – no appointment needed
- Ongoing check-ins and resources to support your wellbeing
- Access counselling
- For students dealing with complex or ongoing mental health issues
Sexual Harm Support
- Understand your options after experiences of sexual harm
- Complete the form for specialist confidential support
Family and Domestic Violence
- Specialist confidential support to help you navigate your next steps.
Financial Help
- Loan laptops and other practical resources.
Why use this service?
- One entry to all support – no need to figure it out alone
- Matched to the right help – we’ll guide you through
- Faster support – reduce wait times
- Continued check-ins – we’re with you the whole way
- Flexibility – support that can change with your needs
The Living Room
Your dedicated wellbeing space on campus. The Living Room is a relaxed, peer-based drop-in space designed to support your wellbeing — no appointment needed. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just need a break, you can drop in any time to:
- Chat with a trained Peer Supporter
- Recharge and unwind
- Access support while waiting for another service
- Enjoy regular visits from student support dogs
Located at Reid Library, ground floor foyer — open to all students.
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Helpful resources
We’re committed to your wellbeing
UWA’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is independently accredited to meet national standards. We’re one of the first in Australia to receive this recognition – so you can feel confident your care is safe, evidence-informed, and of the highest quality.
Need urgent help?
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Frequently asked questions
Timing and urgency
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Privacy and process
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Information for carers
Our Mental Health Service (MHS) is guided by the Mental Health Statement of Rights and Responsibilities from the Australian Government Department of Health, specifically Part V: The rights and responsibilities of carers and support persons.
Our MHS adheres to the Carer’s Recognition Act (2004) and Western Australian Carers Charter;
- Carers must be treated with respect and dignity.
- The role of carers must be recognised by including carers in the assessment, planning, delivery and review of services that impact on them and the role of carers.
- The views and needs of carers must be taken into account along with the views, needs and best interests of people receiving care when decisions are made that impact on carers and the role of carers.
- Complaints made by carers in relation to services that impact on them and the role of carers must be given due attention and consideration.
