Counselling
Amity provides specialised services relating to alcohol, other drugs and gambling. Amity’s counselling service is for people and/or their family and friends.
We understand that people gamble and/or use alcohol and drugs for a variety of reasons and that these behaviours can have both benefits and harms.
People may use drugs, alcohol and/or volatile substances as a way to cope with painful thoughts and feelings. These coping strategies can be helpful at the time to alleviate those thoughts and feelings, but can have long term health implications.
From this view, our team aims to understand each person’s unique experience and situation and our qualified counsellors provide non-judgemental, professional and confidential counselling sessions.
Counselling
What you need to know about our counselling service.
Who can come to Amity?
Amity supports individuals aged 14 and over who are facing challenges with alcohol, drugs, gambling, and/or volatile substances, and related mental health concerns. We also offer counselling for family members or friends affected by these behaviors.
How much does it cost?
We are a no-fee counselling service
How do I make an appointment?
To self-refer please call us on 08 8944 6565. If you are an organisation, please ensure you have signed consent to submit a referral on behalf of your client. The online referral form can be accessed here.
What if I can't make it into Amity?
Amity provide counselling both in person and via telehealth. Please contact us to discuss your needs.
Where are counselling services offered?
Counselling sessions are available Monday to Thursday between 8.30am and 3pm, and Fridays from 8.30am – 11.30pm.
What is the referral process?
To self-refer please call us on 08 8944 6565. If you are an organisation, please ensure you have consent to submit a referral on behalf of your client. The online referral form can be accessed here.
Is there a limit on how many sessions I can have?
Your counsellor will talk with you about the number of sessions for counselling and the plan for your treatment.
How confidential are the counselling sessions?
Any information you share with us is strictly confidential unless there is a risk of harm to yourself or another person, or we are subpoenaed by a court of law.
Amity’s Counselling Referral Processes
Please fill in the adult online referral form or the youth referral form for young people aged 14 – 18 years old and submit.
Once the referral has been received, you will be contacted the person to make an appointment. If you have any further queries, please reach out to us and we will be happy to assist.
Your roadmap to recovery
Sometimes habits can lead to problems impacting on a person's quality of life. Please reach out for help and support
Reach Out for Support
This is the hardest step, we’re here to listen and help you take the first step.
How to get in touch:
- Telephone
- Via Referral - If you are an organisation, please ensure you have signed consent to submit a referral on behalf of your client.
- and in person
*For gambling there’s a 24hr helponline which you can call on
1800 858 858.
First Meeting
One of our counsellors will schedule a confidential consultation of 75 minutes.
We’ll learn more about your situation, and what you’ve been experiencing, and discuss your needs and goals. This is a space to openly share your story.
Setting up your personal recovery plan
Start your one-on-one counselling sessions.
We guide you with evidence-based therapy, to address your concerns. Together we will establish healthier habits and coping mechanisms.
You can learn more about our services and how we can help you.
Support Sessions
These provide ongoing support and are a safe place for reflection and growth. Whether it's weekly or bi-weekly, we'll help you stay on track and adjust your plan as needed.
Accountability
This may include self-assessments, feedback from your sessions, and adjustments to your plan if needed, and take home tasks. Our goal is to support you to maintain positive change at your own pace.
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Talk to us
We offer free and confidential support to our community. Reach out for counselling or a telehealth consultation.
Support Services
Sandstone – Alice Springs
Gambling counselling
(08) 8952 5899
Anglicare NT
Financial counselling
Darwin –
(08) 8985 0000
Katherine –
(08) 8963 6100
Alice Springs –
(08) 8951 8000
Catholic Care NT
Financial counselling
Darwin –
(08) 8944 2000
Katherine –
(08) 8971 0777
Tennant Creek –
(08) 8962 3065
Amity Community Services
Confidential and free face-to-face and telehealth counselling sessions available
- Free call 1800 684 372
- (08) 8944 6565
- habitwise@amity.org.au
- 24hr gambling helponline: 1800 858 858
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