Is counselling right for me?

Sometimes we all need some extra support and guidance to help find ways to move forward. Counselling can offer you practical tools and strategies to help you overcome challenges and look at things from a different perspective. Our counselling services are welcoming, non-judgemental and suitable for individuals, couples, and families. If you are in crisis, experiencing domestic or family violence, or have made the decision to separate, we have additional services that we can offer to give you the best support.

What qualifications do your counsellors have?

Our counsellors have a diverse range of skills, qualifications, and relevant industry training. While professional backgrounds often range from psychology to social or casework, all our counsellors need to have a Bachelors degree or higher, with additional counselling-specific training.

Can I request a counsellor with specialist training in a specific method?

During the Client Intake process, our team will ask you specific questions to help connect you with programs or services that we believe will be best for your situation. Our counsellors have experience and ongoing training in a variety of counselling models and methods, and will work with you to determine the best approach for your particular needs.

Can I request a specific counsellor for my sessions?

Yes, we will do our best to accommodate your request to meet with the counsellor of your choice. However, we can’t always guarantee you will see your preferred counsellor, as they may already be booked out and unable to accept new bookings.

Can I speak with a counsellor prior to the session to check if they are a good fit?

Unfortunately, it isn’t possible to speak with your counsellor prior to the sessions, due to their schedules. However, our client services team can help you with your enquiries, and make notes for your counsellor to refer to during your first appointment.

Do I get the same counsellor every time?

Yes – after your first session with a particular counsellor, you’ll continue to see the same counsellor for your follow-up sessions as well.

Can you talk to my partner to help convince them to come to counselling?

To respect the privacy of all of our clients, we are unable to call your partner directly to request that they attend counselling. If they’re looking for further information, more clarity, or want to discuss their concerns about coming to counselling, they are more than welcome to call us directly. We’ll be happy to speak to them confidentially and answer any questions they have.

Do you provide counselling services for children?

Children under the age of 18 can attend Family Counselling or Adolescent Family Therapy sessions with their parents or carers. We can’t provide individual counselling sessions for children under the age of 18 years.

Do I need a referral from a GP or other healthcare professional to see a counsellor?

No – while we welcome referrals from healthcare professionals and GPs for many of our services, a referral for counselling isn’t required.

Do you provide mental health assessments?

We don’t provide mental health assessments or diagnoses for any mental illnesses. However, this is something that most GPs can provide, so we encourage you to speak to your doctor or healthcare provider. They may then refer you to one of our services for further support. Find out more about mental health assessments here .

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家庭暴力咨询

我们都有权感到安全。迈出与某人谈论家庭暴力的第一步可能会让人感到矛盾和不知所措。在 Relationships Australia NSW，我们为受害者提供富有同情心、理解和保密的家庭暴力支持。

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概述

为谁而设

我们支持遭受家庭暴力的成年人、年轻人和儿童，无论他们的经历是持续的、最近发生的还是几年前发生的。

我们如何提供帮助

我们的辅导员会在您准备好时为您提供畅谈经历的空间，目的是在您前进的过程中重拾信心。

期待什么

我们的预约可以面对面或在线进行，持续 60 到 90 分钟。您的辅导员将与您一起确定您需要多少个疗程。

那些经历过家庭暴力的人通常会经历：

我们认识到每个人的经历都是不同的。我们经验丰富的顾问将与您一起确定适合您独特情况的定制方法。

身体或性暴力

强制控制和操纵

情感和言语虐待

羞辱或社会孤立

财政控制

骚扰、跟踪和监视

煤气灯

你会带走什么：

如果需要，制定退出计划，以帮助您安全地离开这段关系

如果您是父母，请学习如何在困难时期支持您的孩子

开始克服过去的创伤

学习应对工具以帮助管理压力

重拾自信和自尊

学习如何应对未来的负面行为

Domestic Violence Counselling client testimonial

“我感到被倾听、被理解，而且我并没有发疯……我希望每个遭受家庭暴力的人都能获得这门课程和相关的支持服务并从中受益。”

- 家庭暴力咨询客户

“Relationships Australia NSW 最好的一点是，有多种服务（个人咨询、分居父母关系计划、家庭纠纷解决）相互关联，很高兴在一个地方找到所有内容。没有 Relationships Australia 及其员工，我就不会成为今天的我。在我的辅导员的支持下逃脱了家庭暴力，也许我不会再在这里回答这个问题了。”

- 家庭暴力咨询客户