Counselling & Advocacy

Life experiences in all their complexity can affect a person's well being.  Death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, experiences of trauma or abuse, chronic ill health or disability are experienced differently by all people.

Some people become anxious or depressed and withdraw from others.   Some people turn to alcohol or other drug use, and others bury themselves in work.  Others can doubt their ability to cope and have a sense of despair.

People from all backgrounds and ages can benefit from the opportunity to debrief, reflect, grieve, resolve and make decisions about how to move forward, with a clearer understanding of themselves.

This service provides information and counselling in relation to a range of issues, to individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Counselling aims to help people identify their strengths and abilities to work out a way forward in their life.

The range of issues includes:

• Stress
• Social isolation and loneliness
• Relationship and family problems
• Depression and anxiety
• Loss and grief
• Parenting
• Physical health and disability
• Abuse or Trauma

Advocacy Work

The Counselling and Support team liaise, support and advocate on behalf of individuals seeking assistance, as well as the broader community. The team has a strong commitment to social justice principles, and work towards addressing the many aspects of life that affect health and well being.


To make an appointment with one of our counsellors, please call (03) 5723 2000.