Welcome to the Law society of wa’s member assistance program
Welcome to the Member Assistance Program (MAP) provided by The Skill Collective for members of the Law Society of WA. We offer confidential, personalised counselling and wellbeing support tailored to the needs of employees. Sessions are offered via phone, telehealth, or face-to-face in Subiaco. Through this program, eligible members can access up to 2 confidential counselling sessions per financial year, at no cost. Sessions are provided by psychologists.
This page contains information on accessing support, including booking appointments, wellbeing resources, and important crisis support contacts for situations requiring immediate assistance. In addition to counselling services, we also provide a range of workplace wellbeing and mental health training programs designed to support healthy, productive workplaces.
Crisis numbers + helplines
If you are in immediate crisis reach out to the following numbers:
Mental Health Emergency Response Line (MHERL): 1300 555 788; 24/7 support
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 or beyondblue.org.au; 24/7 support
Lifeline: 13 11 44 or lifeline.org.au; 24/7 support
13 Yarn: 13 92 76 or 13yarn.org.au; 24/7 support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
1800 Respect: 1800 737 732 or 1800respect.org.au; for 24/7 support for those impacted by domestic, family, or sexual violence.
Alcohol and Drug Support line: 1800 198 024 for 24/7 support for own or others’ drug and alcohol issues.
Here are some other helplines that may be helpful:
Headspace: 1800 650 890 or headspace.org.au; 24/7 support
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 or suicidecallbackservice.org.au
Men’s Line Australia: 1300 789 978 or mensline.org.au
Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC): 1800 199 888
Parent and Family Drug Support Line: 1800 653 203 (24/7 support for those concerned about a loved one’s alcohol or drug use)
QLife: 1800 184 527 or qlife.org.au;providing peer-to-peer support for LGBTIQ+ people and their loved ones
Financial Counseling Australia: 1800 007 007 orfinancialcounsultingaustralia.com.au; for free, confidential advice from an independent financial counsellor
Resources
Supporting your wellbeing is an important part of sustaining a healthy and rewarding legal career. This collection of practical, evidence-informed tip sheets has been curated to help lawyers navigate common wellbeing challenges associated with legal practice. Covering topics such as burnout, perfectionism, anxiety and stress, the tip sheets offer practical strategies and insights for maintaining wellbeing and professional performance.
The information and resources provided on this website and in the tipsheets are for general information and educational purposes only. They are not intended to replace professional medical, psychological or other health advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have concerns about your mental health or wellbeing, or require support, please seek advice from your GP or a qualified health professional.