General Counselling

Frequently asked questions

• What issues do people seek counselling for?

  There are a lot of reasons people seek out counselling. There is no ‘right’ reason to seek counselling: it can be about almost anything which is making life difficult for you or those around you.

  Some common areas for discussion are family violence and the importance of respectful relationships, and issues involving addiction (drugs, alcohol and gambling).

  Another common topic is the challenge of dealing with major changes in life, like retirement or the end of a relationship.

• Can counselling help me with my relationships?

  Yes. This is one of the most common reasons people seek counselling support.

  Our relationship counselling aims to help adults and young people to improve relationships through:

  • improved understanding of self and others
  • improved skills in managing relationships
  • better knowledge of community resources, support groups and networks.
• Are there any counselling services for children?

  Gateway Health provides counselling services across all age groups. We recognise that good mental health through childhood and adolescence often underpins mental health and wellbeing throughout later life. We support the particular needs of children aged from 5 to 12 through Children’s Counselling.

• What counselling services are available for young people?

  Young people aged 10 to 21 years who are looking for counselling are able to receive specific support from our Youth Counselling (Resolve) program.