Support Directory

Emergency Support
If life in danger call Triple Zero 000
Lifeline Australia
You are not alone. We're here to listen.
Every 30 seconds, a person in Australia reaches out to Lifeline for help.
We are a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
We exist so that no person in Australia has to face their darkest moments alone.
Alcohol and Drug Foundation Helpline: 1300 858 584 (9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday)
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Alcohol Drug Information Service (ADIS): 1800 250 015 (24 hours/day, 7 days/week) – ADIS webchat is available Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5pm (including public holidays).
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ADIS provides a free service for those who are having issues with alcohol, are concerned about someone else’s alcohol use, or just have general questions about alcohol. ADIS Centres are state and territory-based services which provide information, advice, referral, intake, assessment and support. ADIS offers services for individuals, their family and friends, general practitioners, other health professionals and business and community groups. ADIS counsellors recognise the importance of finding appropriate drug and alcohol treatment and use their knowledge and experience to assist callers. ADIS also offers information to support Aboriginal people in NSW in reducing the harms caused by alcohol and drugs.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 1300 222 222 (24 hours/day, 7 days/week)
Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 (24 hours/day, 7 days/week). You can also chat online with the Beyond Blue Support Service every day from 3pm until 12am.
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Counselling Online: chat online with a professional counsellor
Family Drug Support Australia: 1300 368 186 (24 hours/day, 7 days/week)
Kids Helpline : 1800 551 800 (24 hours/day, 7 days/week)
Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24 hours/day, 7 days/week) or Lifeline text: 0477 131 114 (6pm – 12am, 7 days/week)
My Mirror: online psychology via secure video conferencing (21 hours/day, 7 days/week)
Parentline (QLD and NT): 1300 301 300 (phones open 8am – 10pm, 7 days/week
Parentline WebChat: 8am – 9pm, 7 days/week
Youth Support + Advocacy Service: 1800 458 685 (9am – 8pm, Monday – Friday)

Pathways Psychology Institute
Study Counselling and Psychotherapy
Pathways Psychology Institute provides nationally recognised ASQA accredited professional training in counselling and psychotherapy at Diploma and Graduate Diploma levels. We also offer a Psychologist Registration Program which meets the requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia, AND meets requirements of registration as a "Counsellor/Psychotherapist" Nationally.
Our leading edge, holistic training, is in line with the latest developments in psychological theory and practice. In addition to covering all government required materials and standard practice training, our courses emphasise the innovative and holistic methods of Processwork Psychology.
We support our students to develop their awareness both personally and professionally. Building on a strong foundation of developing practical skills, we take our students on a self-development and professional journey through which they explore both the client’s consciousness and their own.
Enrolments for 2023
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Pathways Community Counselling
Low cost counselling service
Our team of counsellors and intern counsellors have extensive training and experience in finding ways to help support and care for our clients.
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​The clinic was first established to provide an affordable option for mental health care within the local community of Galston and surrounding suburbs. Our services have become so popular that we have now grown to offer our counselling to non-local clients as well.
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Pathways Community Counselling Clinic aims to provide high quality and accessible counselling sessions run by graduate and intern counsellors of Pathways Psychology Institute.
All counsellors are facilitated by the skillset of professional psychologists and are involved in ongoing educational development programs to ensure they provide beneficial services using current therapy strategies.
We welcome referrals from all services for clients in need of personal and emotional support.
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Awaken Natural Health
Introducing Louise Kanjee – Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Homeopath and Reiki Master.
I am dedicated to healing and wholeness. I work holistically to help you reach mental, physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. I provide a safe, trauma informed space for you to explore ways to increase well-being, to increase self-awareness and bring more balance into your life.
Please feel free to browse my site to see if what I offer meets your needs.
I am available for individual and couples counselling, homeopathy and healing sessions in East Maitland.
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Louise is a PACFA registered Certified Practising Counsellor, fully registered with the Australian Register Of Homeopaths and a Professional Member of the Australian Homeopathic Association. Louise is also a Reiki Master and experienced Women’s circle facilitator.
Louise has a holistic approach to well-being and health and her aim is to join you on your journey to good health by enabling you to access your body’s own healing abilities. I work with you to follow the wisdom of your own mind and body.
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