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If you face hard times or have feelings you can't manage alone, you could see a counsellor, therapist or psychologist. They can help you solve problems and cope with life's challenges. You can talk about relationships, sex, gender, violence and disability. You can discuss sadness, worry and other hard feelings. They will listen and offer treatment. Here, you can learn about the different options.
Therapy and counselling are treatments offered by trained professionals. You can talk about things that matter to you. You can talk about problems. The therapist or counsellor can help you understand and cope with challenging feelings. You don't have to stay exactly how you are today. With help, you can heal, grow and change.
You're more likely to get good results if you choose a type of therapy that suits you. Don't just go with the first option. Ask around. Find something that works for you.
Some types of therapy are brief and help with just one issue. Other types of therapy explore your life history. Both types can be helpful.
To work out what therapy is right for you, ask questions like:
Then, look for types of therapy that match what you need and want.
You can also look for a therapist who has experience in an area that matters to you. It could be someone who:
You can talk to your GP or your family and friends to get ideas about what type of therapy might work best for you.
Here is a list of different types of therapy. If you find one that sounds interesting, search online to learn more.
If you need help finding counselling or therapy options near you, go to the Neve page Helpline directory (internal link).
Tracey's ex-partner was violent. Tracey thinks about it a lot. She wants to go to counselling to help her stop thinking about it, but she doesn't want to re-tell her story immediately. Tracey finds an expressive therapist. Together, through music and drawing, they work through Tracey's emotions.
This page provides information about helplines. It isn't easy to cope with big feelings, hard times or complicated problems. It isn't easy to cope with violence or abuse. Sometimes, we turn to friends and family. Other times, we want to talk to someone removed from our situation. Someone to share wise advice or listen without judgement. Someone who can put us in touch with helpful services. In this case, a helpline might be the best option. We help you think through: What service will best meet your needs. How should you prepare to make the call. What questions do you need answered. We also share a directory of legal, health and counselling helplines across Australia. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 000 to speak to the police or ambulance.
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