Counselling in Australia is an unregulated industry, this means anyone can claim to be a Counsellor.

If you choose a counsellor who is a member (not associate or student) of a National Professional Body then you are assured, that counsellor meets the minimum industry standards.

These standards include relevant education, experience, professional supervision and on going professional development.

Questions to ask a Counsellor before committing to a contract of counselling.

Question 1

Do you abide by a code of conduct (ethics) that outlines my rights? YES

Can I have a copy? YES, click the button below.

Code of Ethics

Question 2

Do you have professional indemnity insurance? YES

I currently hold insurance with insurance.com.au

Question 3

Are you a registered member of a National Professional Body of Counsellors? YES

I am registered with the Australian Counselling Association.

Question 4

Do you receive regular Professional Supervision? YES

Question 5

What happens if the session goes over time?

Sometimes a session may go for a little longer than expected, this is ok and will not incur any extra fees.

Question 6

Do you take notes, what happens to them and can I read them? YES

Notes are taken during, and post session to ensure therapy is effective. Notes can be requested by a client. More information can be found here.