Counselling Services
We are dedicated to supporting older adults in navigating the complexities and life transitions that can come with aging – including loneliness, grief and loss, health challenges, depression, and anxiety.
What we specialise in
Empowering you to live a purpose-driven, fulfilling life by supporting growth, healing, and overall well-being.
Aged Care Counselling
We are dedicated to supporting older adults in navigating the complexities and life transitions that can come with aging – including loneliness, grief and loss, health challenges, depression, and anxiety.
Our counselling aims to help you
- Develop effective coping skills
- Improve your mental wellbeing
- Build resilience
- Manage cognitive changes
- View your life experiences with a positive perspective
We believe that living life to the fullest is possible at any age, and we are committed to helping you maintain purpose, connection, and wellbeing throughout later life.
Behavioural Addiction
Certain behaviours can interfere with daily life, causing significant negative consequences across physical, psychological, emotional, social, spiritual, or financial wellbeing.
We provide support to help you
- Regain control over your behaviour
- Prevent relapse and maintain progress
- Adopt healthy habits
- Find a renewed sense of purpose
Our approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your unique needs, helping you achieve lasting change and overall wellbeing.
Christian Counselling
Religious faith can play a significant role in an individual’s life. Through a safe, non-judgmental approach.
Christian counselling can help you
- Address a wide range of concerns, including mental health, guilt, shame, grief and loss, or relationship conflicts.
- Integrate faith-based and evidence-informed counselling approaches to support personal growth.
- Explore your faith openly and understand how it relates to your life and wellbeing.
- Focus on the whole person - mind, body, and spirit.
- Foster healing, peace, and a purpose-driven life.
Grief Counselling
We are here to ensure you do not grieve alone.
We provide support to help you navigate loss and find healing in a safe, non-judgmental space.
- Support through the death of a loved one or other significant losses.
- Guidance for coping with relationship loss, including separation or divorce.
- Assistance in grieving the loss of a pet or other meaningful connections.
- A listening, empathetic space to process emotions and experiences.
- Tools and strategies to navigate grief while fostering resilience and wellbeing.
Our process & techniques
We understand that every individual is unique. Our integrative, trauma-informed techniques provide flexible support tailored to your specific needs.
Crisis Support
We are not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, please call 000 (triple zero)
For urgent support, you can contact
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
- SuicideLine Victoria: 1300 651 251
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
- 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
- MensLine Australia: 1300 78 99 78
- Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Your safety is important – please reach out to these services if you are in crisis.
Acknowledgement of Country
Transform with Patience Counselling acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the land across Australia. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past, present, and emerging.
Trusted by industry leaders
What we offer
Discover deeper self-understanding and reconnect with what truly matters to you.
We offer a holistic, evidence-based approach to counselling that helps you gain clarity, build resilience, and find balance. Together, we’ll strengthen your self-worth and confidence across family, work, and community.
Support for couples experiencing relationship challenges – you can attend alone or with your partner.
Relationships face hurt, disconnection, and misunderstanding. Our approach provides a safe space to rebuild connection, improve communication, and understand attachment patterns.
Compassionate mental health support for older adults navigating life changes.
Later life brings health changes, loss, grief, and transitions. With aged care and mental health expertise, we offer a safe space to strengthen resilience, manage change, and find meaning and purpose.
Our Clients are Happy & Healthy
My experience working with Transform with Patience Counselling has been incredibly rewarding. I felt comfortable and never pressured, and I was able to make life-changing choices. I felt truly supported throughout the process.
Truly gifted, with genuine warmth, professionalism, and compassion. I can now recognise the self-sabotaging habits that have held me back for years. I am truly grateful.
We have been to many healthcare settings, and not one person has ever acknowledged the losses my mother has experienced - especially her loss of vision and how it has impacted her overall wellbeing. Thank you for recognising her challenges, showing empathy, and helping her navigate them
Have questions?
Here’s the answers
Do you offer online and in-person services?
Our services are designed to meet you where you are, whether through convenient online sessions or onsite visits to aged care communities. We can also arrange in-person counselling as needed; please reach out to us directly to discuss the details and find the right fit for your needs.
How is counselling different from talking to my friends or family?
Counselling offers professional expertise and evidence-based approaches in a confidential, safe, and non-judgemental space with a neutral third party. It focuses on your wellbeing through practical tools and collaborative guidance. While friends and family may offer support, they may not have the same expertise, objectivity, or confidentiality that counselling provides.
What happens in counselling sessions?
Counselling begins with getting to know you – understanding what brings you in, your expectations, and goals, and building a trusting relationship with your counsellor. Together, we explore your concerns to determine the most suitable counselling approach.
The process starts with a free consultation to identify how we can best support you. Once we begin, sessions are scheduled, intake paperwork is completed, and progress is tracked throughout your counselling journey. Referrals to additional support are made if needed.
Please note: A 24-hour notice is required to reschedule your appointment.
How much does counselling cost?
All counselling sessions are 50 minutes in duration.
- Online Counselling: $120 per session
- In-Person Individual Counselling: $140 per session
- Aged Care Community Visits: $140 per session
- Couples Counselling: $200 per session
We provide receipts for clients who wish to claim rebates from private health insurers. Concession rates are available for those who qualify. Visits to aged care communities are provided at no extra cost, and we are happy to discuss payment options to ensure counselling is accessible and affordable for everyone.
How many sessions do I need to attend?
The number of sessions varies depending on your individual needs, the complexity of your situation, and the counselling approach used. We can discuss a personalised plan during your free consultation.
Packages available:
- 5 Individual Solution-Focused Sessions: $500
Do you offer counselling services to NDIS clients?
Yes, we do. Please contact us to arrange a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs and how we can support you.
How do I make a booking?
To book a free 15-minute consultation or schedule ongoing sessions, please follow this link.
