Victims Services Counselling
AwareCare Psychology provides counselling support for individuals who have been impacted by crime and are accessing support through Victims Services NSW.
AwareCare Psychology provides counselling support for individuals who have been impacted by crime and are accessing support through Victims Services NSW.
Victims Services NSW is a government-funded support program that may provide eligible individuals with access to approved counselling sessions following experiences of crime, trauma, or significant emotional distress.
Depending on eligibility and approval through Victims Services NSW, individuals may be able to access funded counselling sessions, with many individuals approved for up to 22 hours of therapeutic support.
Counselling support may assist individuals experiencing the emotional, psychological, relational, or day-to-day impact of difficult or distressing experiences. Each individual’s experiences, emotional responses, coping patterns, and recovery process may look different, and therapy is approached with recognition of these individual differences.
At AwareCare Psychology, therapy is approached in a trauma-informed and collaborative manner, with sessions tailored thoughtfully depending on the individual’s experiences, emotional needs, therapeutic goals, and stage within the recovery process.
Depending on the individual’s needs and goals, therapy may involve:
- Processing difficult or emotionally distressing experiences
- Exploring emotional responses and coping patterns
- Strengthening emotional regulation and coping capacities
- Rebuilding a sense of safety, trust, and emotional stability
- Understanding the impact of experiences on relationships and wellbeing
- Practical and solution-focused support where appropriate
- Developing greater emotional understanding and resilience over time
Grief and Loss
Anxiety following
distressing experiences
Trauma-related
distress
Emotional
overwhelm
Emotional recovery after traumatic experiences
Emotional impact of crime
Sleep difficulties
Safety concerns
Anxiety following distressing experiences
Coping with distressing events
If you have an existing Victims Services reference or approval number, you are welcome to reach out to discuss appointment availability and the next steps for commencing therapy.
Sessions are available both in-person in Sydney and online via telehealth across Australia.
Victims Services Counselling – FAQ
What is Victims Services NSW?
Victims Services NSW is a government-funded support program that may provide eligible individuals impacted by crime with access to approved counselling and support services.
Do I need approval from Victims Services before booking an appointment?
Individuals are generally required to have an approved Victims Services reference or approval number before accessing funded counselling sessions through the program.
How many counselling sessions can be accessed through Victims Services NSW?
Depending on eligibility and approval, many individuals may be able to access up to 22 hours of funded counselling support through Victims Services NSW.
Can I contact AwareCare Psychology if I am still waiting for approval?
Yes. You are welcome to make an enquiry regarding appointment availability or discuss the process, even if your application or approval is still being processed.
What types of experiences can Victim Services counselling support with?
Victims’ Services counselling may support individuals experiencing the emotional, psychological, relational, or day-to-day impact of distressing or traumatic experiences related to crime.
Do I need a Mental Health Care Plan to access Victims Services counselling?
No. Victims’ Services counselling is separate from Medicare Mental Health Care Plans and does not require a GP referral under Medicare.
Can sessions be attended online?
Yes. Victims Services counselling sessions are available both in-person in Sydney and online via telehealth across Australia.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes. Psychological sessions are confidential, with some legal and ethical limitations relating to safety and risk, which can be discussed further during the initial appointment process.