Counselling Services Brisbane
Medicare & PRIVATE HEALTH REBATES | FLEXIBLE hours & weekend appointments
ACCREDITED SOCIAL WORKERS & CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGISTS
SPECIALISING IN CHILDREn, ADOLESCENT AND ADULT HEALTH
About Counselling Services Brisbane
Our Counselling service in Brisbane is for individuals who need social, emotional, and educational support. It is designed for you based on your needs, gender, age and background, as well as social and economic situation.
What happens during counselling uniquely depends on your needs. Using practical methods to deal with the actual cause of your challenges, as well as conversations, counselling is an opportunity to talk about yourself and to work through your experiences and troubles.
Our counsellors are there to help you understand patterns and identify strategies, tactics and techniques to help you move forward and find balance in your life. Counsellors can be valuable help for people who are struggling and provide opportunities for relief from your troubles and traumas.
At Thinking Families we will always respect you, treat you as an individual, and always respect your opinion and feelings.
Our Expertise in Mental Health
Thinking Families has been a cornerstone of the Brisbane counselling landscape for over 30 years, offering expert services in family and couple relationship counselling, separation and divorce, parenting, and child behaviour management.
Our team includes accredited Mental Health Social Workers, Clinical Psychologists, and Family Therapists who bring a wealth of experience to their roles across diverse practice settings and organisations in Queensland.
How do I know if I need counselling?
There are many signs to be aware of that may mean you should seek professional help. Some of these signs include:
- Changes in sleep
- Changes in appetite
- Feeling dissatisfied with yourself
- Feeling dissatisfied with your life
- Changes in personal circumstances that have a negative affect on you
- Feelings you do not like or fear
Seeking a qualified counsellor is important as they will encourage you to talk freely and without judgement.
Counsellors are not biassed and bring validity to your feelings while assisting you to work through them.
Many people have feelings of anxiety, nervousness or uncertainty about meeting a counsellor, particularly for the first time.
These are all common health concerns where counselling may provide relief.
However, at Thinking Families we provide a safe and nurturing environment where you are heard, understood and accepted.
If you feel nervous or anxious please talk to your counsellor and create a plan to handle these feelings.
Addressing Common Concerns with Counselling Services in Brisbane
Are you dealing with the following common concerns?
Counselling is a normal and natural approach to help overcome the challenges in your life. Some of the most common obstacles that counselling can help you deal with include:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Dealing with a loss or in the process of grief
- Going through a divorce or separation
- Those who struggle with panic attacks
- Those who struggle with eating disorders
Couples counselling is also available to address relationship challenges, understand the underlying causes of conflicts, and devise strategies to prevent future issues. Our approach helps couples navigate their relationships with greater understanding and cooperation.
The Benefits of Engaging in Counselling
Participating in counselling at Thinking Families offers numerous advantages:
- Face your issues in a safe environment
- Discover your weaknesses and strengths
- Share your worries and stress triggers
- Identifying your goals and desires
- A non-judgemental and accepting space where you are heard.
Our Counselling Services
At Thinking Families in Brisbane, we offer a wide range of specialised counselling services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our services are designed to support individuals, couples, and families through various challenges:
Women’s Counselling: Specifically tailored to address issues such as postnatal depression, stress management, relationship challenges, and career pressures, our Women’s Counselling service provides a supportive environment that focuses on empowering women to achieve emotional wellness and personal growth.
- Child and Adolescent Counselling: Support for young individuals facing challenges related to school, peers, and family dynamics.
- Couples Counselling: Assistance for couples looking to navigate relationship difficulties and improve communication.
- Family Counselling: Help for families in managing conflicts, enhancing relationships, and understanding family dynamics.
- Grief Counselling: Strategies and support for those coping with loss and significant life changes.
- Anxiety and Depression Counselling: Techniques and supportive practices for managing common mental health conditions.
- Career and Life Transition Counselling: Guidance for individuals undergoing significant life transitions, such as career changes or retirement.
Embarking on Your Counselling Journey
What to expect.
In your first counselling session we’ll ask you questions in order to make an initial assessment.
These questions might include: personal history, symptoms, why you sought help and if you have seen a counsellor before as well as questions about your current situation.
