Counselling Services

A lot of people underestimate the importance of their own mental health. When we realize mental health can have a great impact on your overall health, and how you cope on a daily basis, then it makes sense to seek assistance. A counsellor will assist you with personal growth, development and self-understanding; to help empower you to adopt more constructive life practices. Your counsellor will work in a problem-solving manner tailored to your specific needs. Counselling can help in all areas of life; however, when an event such as homicide occurs within your family, grief counselling can often be helpful in assisting you to cope with day-to-day life.

Difference Between A Counsellor & A Psychologist

A counsellor is more reflective and person-orientated, whereas a psychologist can be a little more interventionist and goal-orientated. This difference is not clear cut with all therapists - Each has their own style and method which may suit clients on a case-to-case basis. It is imperative to understand that you should feel absolutely comfortable and trusting of your therapist, and if you don’t, you should consider changing therapists or methodologies.

Financial Assistance For Counselling Services

Victims Assist Queensland generally provides financial assistance to families who have lost a loved one through murder. This can assist you with financially supporting your counselling needs. QHVSG can arrange counselling for you, or alternatively, there are free counselling services available throughout Queensland. Another method of obtaining free counselling is to see your local GP who can recommend you to be placed on a Mental Health Plan. They can refer to you a counsellor (who normally charge for their services) free of charge under this Government-funded system.

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