Sessions usually last from 1 – 1½ hours.
You may be referred to a family relationship centre, mediator or other professional practitioner if our counsellor assesses that your needs could be better met through their help.
Lutheran Care’s counselling service offers professional support from trained counsellors. Our counsellors are able to work with different aspects of a person’s experience, including emotional wellbeing, spirituality and relationships.
The service is open to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Counsellors listen to individuals, couples or families and invite them to share problems before they become crises. They offer genuine care and support when facing difficulties without taking over.
Services include:
Lutheran Care’s Family and Relationships Services and Specialised Family Violence Services are funded through the Australian Government Department of Social Services.
1800 Respect is the national sexual assault and domestic family violence counselling service. You can call 1800 737 732 24 hours a day, seven days a week for support, counselling and advice. Everything is confidential.
Lutheran Care is a not for profit community organisation with our fees determined by a sliding scale based on gross household income.
Family Income | Fees |
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Pension only/unemployed/student | $20 |
Up to $35,000 | $35 |
$36k – $50,000 | $50 |
$51k – $70,000 | $60 |
Over $70,000 | $75 |
Service will not be refused based on inability to pay, however reduced fees must be negotiated with the manager prior to counselling sessions upon proof of hardship.
Counselling can be arranged via our Blair Athol, Barossa Valley (Nuriootpa), Kent Town and Murraylands (outreach) sites. For more information or to book an appointment, please contact us at:
Lutheran Care’s Family and Relationships Services and Specialised Family Violence Services are funded through the Australian Government Department of Social Services.