Anyone open to the process!

• Some people may turn to counselling when grappling with challenges like depression, anxiety, or addiction, marital conflicts, parenting dilemmas or when life feels particularly demanding.

• Alternatively, some might seek counselling if managing anger proves challenging, trust issues arise, or significant relationships face difficulties, including those in marriage.

• For many, the emotional distress of loneliness or grief motivates them to seek support.

Whatever leads you to take the courageous step towards counselling - know that you are investing in a really important person - YOU!

Counselling sessions usually last around 60 minutes, but the duration can vary. Some sessions may extend to 1.5 hours depending on the client's needs and preferences. Some of the benefits of an extended session time are as follows:

1. Deeper Exploration - for a more thorough examination of complex or deep-rooted issues.

2. Complexity - for multifaceted problems, extra time can enable a more comprehensive approach.

3. Building Trust - longer sessions can contribute to building a stronger therapeutic alliance by fostering trust and connection.

4. Processing Time - some individuals require more time to process thoughts and emotions to gain insight and healing.

5. Reducing Frequency - longer sessions can mean needing less frequent sessions, accommodating those with busy schedules.

The frequency of counselling sessions depends on your individual needs and the nature of the issues. Initially, sessions may be more frequent and then spaced out as progress is made.

It is recommended to commit to at least 6 sessions to fully see and cement the benefits of counselling, but you are welcome to discuss what you think will work best for you.

Some people may experience positive changes very quickly within the first or subsequent few sessions, while others may need more time. The duration of counselling sessions varies for each individual, depending on the nature and complexity of the issues being addressed.

A good counsellor will check in with you throughout the process to make sure you feel you are making progress towards the goals you have for counselling.

YES, confidentiality is a fundamental aspect of counselling. Information shared during sessions is kept strictly confidential and will not be discussed with any other person. There are exceptions to this that you should be aware of in which confidentiality may be broken.

These are:

1. If you express the desire to harm yourself or another person

2. If you say you are going to kill yourself and have the means to do so.

3. If there is legal court subpoena

4. If you give written consent to share any relevant information with another party for a referral to another professional organisation e.g., your GP.

Yes, counselling is not only for addressing specific problems. It can be beneficial for personal growth, self-discovery, and enhancing overall well-being.

No, counselling is available for individuals of all ages, including children and adolescents. Confidentiality and age appropriate guidelines apply.

No, you do not need a GP referral or referral from anywhere else to book with us. You are able to book counselling sessions directly with Go the Flow Counselling by simply clicking on the “Book appointment” button found on a number of pages and also in the top right of the menu bar.

No, unfortunately there are no Healthcare or Medicare rebates available. We are in Private Practice only, which is why you are able to attend sessions without a referral and you are also not required to pay a large upfront fee before a rebate.

Our fees are kept at a very reasonable price and close to what the out-of-pocket cost is anyway of Clinical fees. We have done this so all clients can access counselling without having to have their GP records noted or for those who cannot afford expensive Clinical fees.

How much does online counselling cost?
Online counselling is charged at the same rate as face-to-face.

Is any special software required for online counselling?

Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Safari support your online counselling session. The video platform that we presently use at ‘Go the Flow Counselling’ is Coviu. Coviu is an all-in-one virtual care platform purpose-built for healthcare.

Can I use a tablet or a smart phone for online counselling?
Yes, you can use your smart phone or tablet for online counselling, if your connection to the internet is fast enough.

Go the Flow Counselling has a 48 hour notice of cancellation rule. If you don’t give 48 hours notice for cancellations, you will be charged 50% of the fee. If you fail to give notice of your cancellation within 24 hours, you will be charged the full fee.

There are various therapeutic approaches that can be used, but first and foremost we will spend time getting to know you, identifying your needs, and moving at a pace you are comfortable with. When and if you are ready to go deeper we can then work together on more complicated therapy.

Practitioners at Go the Flow Counselling are trained in Solution Focused Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, as well as other variations, and Grief and Loss Counselling.

The Director of Go the Flow Counselling (Ayodele) is a qualified Counsellor. She is also a member of and abides by the the ethical standards and codes of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). All Counsellors appointed to work with clients at Go the Flow Counselling must have appropriate and recognised qualifications and experience.