How do I make a counselling appointment?

You can make an appointment with a therapist by using the enquiry buttons above, calling our office on 1300 735 030 or emailing us at info@lifesupports.com.au. You can submit a form on this page via the 'send email' button and we’ll get back to you with more information.

What will happen in the first counselling session?

In your first intake session, your therapist will be looking forward to meeting you and getting to know who you are and what you want out of your life. Administratively, the therapist will also go through any forms or information they need, and will explain their professional duties around things like confidentiality and consent. Your therapist will likely structure out most of the first session getting acquainted with you, your goals and things like family background, mental health history and general environment. From there, they’ll probably work with you to create clear goals around what you’ll work on together in the sessions, to keep therapy focused on the right things for you.

Altona Counselling Services

Name: Altona Counselling Services
Address: 26a upton street, altona, victoria, 3018, australia
Telephone: 03 8595 7227

26a upton st, altona vic 3018, australia

The practice is situated in a small, friendly cluster of shops opposite Altona Primary School.

Parking

There is ample free parking available on Upton St, Blyth St or Railway St South.

Public Transport

The Altona Train Station is an 8-minute walk from the practice. Bus routes 411 and 412 have stops within a 1-minute walk from the practice.

03 8595 7227

Principal therapists in Altona

Our counsellors and psychologists are highly competent experts in their fields, dedicated to helping people grow, learn and heal. See more information on our principal therapist at Altona, their counselling approach and experience by clicking on their profile below.

Andrew Gurman

Counsellor

Altona - 25.87 km

Telehealth

In-person

Medicare Rebates Available

Areas of expertise in Altona

The counselling services offered in Altona by our principal therapists include the following commonly sought after areas of expertise:

Relationship Counselling

Being in a relationship can have a profoundly positive effect on your sense of self and wellbeing.

Anger Management

We all get angry. It’s a normal, healthy response to any physical or psychological threat. Yet frequently feeling angry and…

General

Many people approach our service and tell us “I don’t even know where to start…”

Grief & Loss

One of the most significant traumas that anyone can ever experience is the loss of a loved one.

Family

Being part of a stable and happy family can foster a fulfilling sense of belonging in adults, adolescents and children.

Parenting

Our children can bring great joy to our lives as we support them on their journey to adulthood.

Sexuality & Sex Therapy

Sexual wellbeing is a universal human right – everyone deserves a fulfilling, healthy sex life.

Sexual Abuse

Sexual abuse is an unspeakable act – yet the most effective path to recovery is talking about it.

Childhood

Childhood is a period of rapid development and intense change.

Teen & Adolescent

Adolescence is one of the most important stages of human development.

LGBTQIA+

We understand that the concerns LGBTQI clients bring to counselling are often universal to all people.

Depression

Depression is a normal human emotion that is an appropriate, healthy response.

Anxiety

Anxiety is a normal human emotion that is an appropriate, healthy response.

Online Counselling

We offer online counselling sessions via a range of telehealth platforms (such as Skype, Zoom, Coviu, FaceTime, and WhatsApp) for…

Trauma

As humans, we all have experiences in our lives that leave an indelible mark on us.

Life Coaching

Coaching, like for athletes, is a solution to helping you feel equipped with the tools and habits you need to…

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence, the consequences, and how domestic violence counselling can empower you to lead a happier life.

If you don’t see your concern listed here, please call our team on 1300 735 030 as many other areas of counselling are offered.

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Altona Counselling Services

26a upton st, altona vic 3018, australia

Parking

Public Transport

Principal therapists in Altona

Andrew Gurman

Areas of expertise in Altona

Relationship Counselling

Anger Management

General

Grief & Loss

Family

Parenting

Sexuality & Sex Therapy

Sexual Abuse

Childhood

Teen & Adolescent

LGBTQIA+

Depression

Anxiety

Online Counselling

Trauma

Life Coaching

Domestic Violence

Relationship Counselling

Anger Management

General

Grief & Loss

Family

Parenting

Sexuality & Sex Therapy

Sexual Abuse

Childhood

Teen & Adolescent

LGBTQIA+

Depression

Anxiety

Online Counselling

Trauma

Life Coaching

Domestic Violence

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