The idea behind counselling has been around since people first started to use language. It is sharing problems in order to find solutions and receive some support. Often people get this sort of support from family and friends, but sometimes it is helpful to talk things out with a professional who is not involved in a personal way.

• When a young person calls they will be asked if they would rather see a male or female counsellor. If they do not ask, you have the right to request either a male or female counsellor. This is all part of making someone feel as comfortable as possible.
• Counselling at TSS usually takes place on a one-to-one basis, but if you would like a support person can come into the session.
  A counsellor and young person will normally sit with one another for an hour to discuss any issues.
• The process involves a 'getting to know you' period. The idea is for the young person to see if the counselling style is suitable, and for the counsellor to see if they are the best person to help.
• The counsellor and young person play an equal role in the counselling process.
• The counsellor may have had the training, but the young person is the one who knows the most about their particular situation, so there is no 'expert' in the counselling relationship.

Counselling at TSS is free, short-term (usually about six sessions) and confidential. If you would like to hear more or make a booking see our Locations page for contact details and TSS locations.

Or to read more, check out the topic Counselling.

All TSS services are FREE. These services are provided by qualified nurses, medical staff, community health workers and social workers, physiotherapists and Aboriginal health workers.