We're making space for complex mental health

SANE is for people with recurring, persistent or complex mental health issues and trauma, and for their families, friends and communities.

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Help us change lives and create brighter futures

By supporting SANE you are helping more people living with complex mental conditions to access free digital and telehealth support services.

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How can we help?

I need support for myself or someone else

I want to learn about mental health

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Find the level of support that works for you.

Join the SANE community forums.

Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support.

Attend weekly and monthly community events.

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Welcome and getting started

Welcome newcomers! Learn about the forums, introduce yourself, and ask questions.

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Events and updates

Access Forums news and events including group chats, webinars and other special events.

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Receive individual guidance and support with your mental health recovery

Our guided recovery program is unique in that it provides additional one-to-one support centred around a personalised mental health recovery plan, and co-ordinated with other mental health supports - both within and outside of the SANE community.

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Explore mental health recovery at your own pace

RecoveryClub provides free evidence-based resources, empowering information, and a supportive community to help you manage your mental health and work towards your recovery goals at your pace.

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Real stories from people like you

We’ve asked people affected by complex mental health issues to share their stories.

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Anita

It was life and death for Chris a number of times. Knowing full well there is nothing that you can do to help someone through that was really, really hard. My name is Anita Anderso…

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Chris Rhyss

It wasn't until 2018 I was effectively diagnosed with Complex PTSD. It came about because I had a panic attack. My name is Chris Rhyss Edwards. I was a sapper in the Royal Australian Engineers. I…

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Charlotte

'I’d originally been diagnosed and treated for depression ten years before, so I knew what was happening, but that didn’t make it any easier to cope with. I knew I needed help, but I didn’t have anyo…

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Joshua

Challenging stereotypes of masculinity As a SANE Peer Ambassador, I’m so proud to be part of a national network of nearly 100 people who all share a common goal of reducing stigma and discrimination…

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Cameron

Fame, change and isolation If there’s a central theme to the last five years for Cameron, it’s change. He’s changed perspectives: there was a time when a diagnosis of schizophrenia eighteen years a…

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Ali

Growing up, I played a lot of sport and had a very big and loving family. But I began feeling overwhelmed by the world and where I’d fit in. When you’re in your own mind as a kid, you think that eve…

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Declan

When I first started talking to people about having borderline personality disorder, it was hard to open up. I was trying to ‘be a man’ about it, and not show my emotions. It was usually at a party w…

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Mahlie

I’ve always had a strong sense of identity and am quite strong willed. I wasn’t diagnosed until I was 27, because I was so resistant to seeking help. I eventually found a psychologist because things…

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Tilly

My mental health toolbox I am not bipolar. I have bipolar disorder. My diagnosis and my identity are linked only in so far as experiencing mental illness has contributed to my personal growth. My p…

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Kaitlin

Finding my voice The most effective tool I have is my voice. Speaking out when things are troubling should never be ignored or disrespected. All of our experiences are valid and hold powerful emotio…

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We celebrate diversity

SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.

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Our impact: 2024

9,513

Calls to the SANE Support Line

24,410

SANE service appointments

1,100,000

Posts on SANE Community Forums

6,800

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Latest News.

Keep up with the latest news and updates

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25 Jun, 2025

SANE farewells Chair Lucy Myer and welcomes Dr Caroline Aebersold

After more than a decade on the Board and almost five years at the helm, Lucy Myer has stepped down from her role as Chair of SANE. SANE is delighted to officially welcome Caroline Aebersold as our new Chair.

3 Jun, 2025

SANE Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan - Embedding Reconciliation Across our Mission and Strategy.

SANE was immensely proud to announce the launch of our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) at the SANE Team25 Conference in Melbourne.

19 Feb, 2025

Commonwealth Government funds national roll out of SANE’s world-first Digital Psychosocial Recovery Programs!

SANE has been awarded $27.3million over three years for the national roll out of free, digital psychosocial recovery programs for adults experiencing complex mental illness and trauma, as well as for their family, carers and kin

23 Jan, 2025

SANE is alarmed but not surprised to see mass resignation of psychiatrists in NSW

The resignation of public sector psychiatrists in NSW is a serious threat to the state's mental health system, with devastating consequences for those with mental illness. This mass departure highlights the fragile state of our mental health infrastructure and the urgent need for comprehensive reform.