Individual FAQ | 03 June, 2015
Disagreements occur in most relationships. Sometimes these disagreements can become arguments and both people get loud and say things that hurt the other person’s feelings. However, in most relationships, both people say they are sorry and make up. No one gets hurt physically and no one uses power and control to make the other person feel worse.
When that happens, the relationship is domestically violent. In these relationships one person uses power and control over another to get what they want from the relationship. The person who uses this power and... Read more
Blog Post | 27 October, 2015
The question often asked by counsellors is "So what was your childhood like?”, “How did you get on with your mother, father, siblings?" … Have you ever wondered why we ask these questions?
People will say, "You can't blame your parents for everything. You have to grow up, make your own decisions and take responsibility for your own life." Which is true, but the legacy of childhood is not always understood or even recognised as a contributing factor of how we make decisions or how we interact with our current family, friends and children.
The fact is we all come from, and grew up in,... Read more
Basic page | 16 May, 2018
Before attending your session, please take the time to review the following important documents. If you have any questions, these can be addressed to [email protected].
Privacy Information Sheet
RAQ Client Agreement and Consent
Client Charter... Read more
Basic page | 30 March, 2016
We offer a few options for family counselling depending on where you live (options can be different at venues around the state) and which type of family counselling/therapy will suit your family members. Please call 1300 364 277 to enquire about the services available at your local venue.
Family Counselling aims to prevent family breakdown by working directly with couples, families, young people and their families or caregivers to resolve conflict and improve relationships. This information is for families who are currently together or have amicable relationships if separated and... Read more
Basic page | 06 May, 2020
Before attending your session, please take the time to review the following important documents. If you have any questions, these can be addressed with your practitioner in your session.
RAQ Client Agreement and Consent
Client Charter
Privacy Information Sheet... Read more
Article | 12 April, 2016
If you want to apply to the court for a parenting order, from 1 July 2007 you will need a certificate from a registered family dispute resolution practitioner to confirm that an attempt at family dispute resolution was made.
All Relationships Australia practitioners are registered. To find your nearest Relationships Australia practitioner, view our list of office locations or phone us on 1300 364 277.
There are some exceptions to the requirement for a certificate, including cases involving family violence or child abuse. For more information visit the Australian Government's Family... Read more
Individual Service | 05 June, 2015
Family Relationship Centres (FRCs) help families which are experiencing difficulties and change, and can assist through information, community connections, education and specialised support services. There are 65 FRCs across the country, several of which are operated by Relationships Australia’s state and territory organisations.