In this episode of Taking Care, host Tash Miles speaks to three guests currently working in mental healthcare in Victoria, the Australian state hardest hit by COVID-19.Clinical psychologist Dr Gemma Sharp, psychiatrist and medical educator Associate Professor Rob Selzer, and psychiatrist Dr Rebecca Hope discuss the effect the pandemic is having on our collective mental health, who is seeking mental healthcare, and what that care looks like. The importance of good mental health-and healthcare-has come into an even sharper focus through this pandemic. As more people are seeking support, practitioners are needing to adapt to new ways of working and helping their patients. If you are concerned for the mental health of yourself, a friend or a family member there is help available. If you would like support or information about depression or anxiety you can call beyondblue on 1300 22 4636. They also have an email and webchat at www.beyondblue.org.au. Lifeline is there to talk to anyone about emotional distress, crisis support and suicide prevention. Call 13 11 14, send a text message or webchat at www.lifeline.org.au. The Butterfly Foundation provides support, care, referrals and resources about eating disorders. You can call them on 1800 33 4673, email or webchat at www.butterfly.org.au. If you have questions or feedback about the podcast, email [email protected].