Personalised support at your pace

Outpatient alcohol and drug rehab counsellor for addiction

You don’t have to go through this alone. Our drug rehab counselling services offer flexible, expert-led support for people navigating addiction recovery, emotional health, and trauma challenges.

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Experienced addiction and trauma therapists

In-person and digital counselling available

No inpatient stay required

Flexible scheduling options

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Flexible, ongoing therapeutic care

Counselling support that works with your life

Once you begin your personalised program at our residential rehab centre in Essendon, you’ll have access to meaningful, professional therapy. Whether you're navigating addiction, trauma, or emotional overwhelm, we’ll meet you where you are and walk with you toward change.

À qui s'adresse le programme ?

This rehab program is for individuals seeking support with substance use, trauma, or mental health, whether they’re in early recovery, post-rehab, or simply need structured emotional support.

Comment le programme aide-t-il ?

Counselling gives you the space to talk, learn, and heal. You’ll work with a specialist to build healthy coping strategies, address triggers, and strengthen your emotional well-being.

Pourquoi le programme est efficace

Sessions are led by experienced therapists using proven approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care. We focus on what works and tailor everything to your goals and needs.

Everything you need to feel supported

What’s included in our counselling services

You’ll have access to flexible, professional care designed to fit around your life with guidance, insight, and practical tools to help you feel more stable and in control.

  • One-on-one sessions with experienced counsellors and therapists
  • Options for in-person or secure online counselling across Australia
  • Personalised care plans focused on your goals and challenges
  • Family support and relationship therapy available when needed
  • Evening and weekend appointments to suit your schedule
  • Guidance for relapse prevention, emotional health, and daily coping
A personalised path forward

How our counselling program is structured

Our counselling program is designed to meet you where you are and move at a pace that feels right. While every journey is different, most clients experience four key stages of growth and support.

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Module
1

Initial assessment & therapy plan

Durée :
First 1–2 sessions

We begin with a thoughtful conversation to understand your history, needs, and goals. From there, we create a therapy plan tailored to your life, your challenges, and your pace.

  • Comprehensive mental health and addiction screening
  • Discussion of treatment goals and preferences
  • Personalised plan outlining recommended therapy types
Module
2

Therapeutic engagement & emotional healing

Durée :
Ongoing (as needed)

You’ll meet regularly with a dedicated therapist using proven approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care. Sessions focus on insight, coping skills, and emotional regulation.

  • Weekly or fortnightly counselling sessions
  • Focus on triggers, thought patterns, and behavioural changes
  • Therapy homework and tools for daily life
Module
3

Family & relationship support

Durée :
Integrated throughout therapy

When appropriate, we involve family or loved ones in sessions to help rebuild trust, communication, and support networks that strengthen recovery.

  • Joint or individual family therapy sessions
  • Support for boundary setting and relational healing
  • Education on addiction and mental health dynamics
Module
4

Long-term recovery & self-sufficiency

Durée :
Transition based on readiness

We support you in stepping into life with more confidence, stability, and emotional independence, with options for ongoing care if you’d like to continue.

  • Relapse prevention planning and well-being check-ins
  • Strategies for managing stress and setbacks
  • Option to extend counselling or shift to lower-intensity support
Thoughtful care, with a clear advantage

How our outpatient counselling program compares to others

Not all counselling services offer the same depth of expertise or flexibility. At the Hader Clinic, we deliver specialist addiction and trauma therapy through an accessible, supportive model, helping you build real change without barriers or judgement.

Caractéristique / Offre
Notre programme
La plupart des programmes concurrents
Sessions led by addiction and trauma specialists
~70% (generalist psychologists)
Access to trauma-informed therapy
~50%
In-person and secure online sessions available nationwide
~60%
Flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends
~50%
Family and relationship therapy available
Rarement inclus
Minimum four-session commitment for structured care
Often ad hoc or session-by-session
Support for dual diagnosis (addiction and mental health)
Limited dual diagnosis focus
No referral, GP letter, or inpatient requirement
Often requires referral
Dedicated relapse prevention counselling offered
Limited focus
Access to CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based therapies
Variable therapeutic approaches
Ongoing access to post-counselling support options
Rarement disponible
Specialist experience in family recovery dynamics
Uncommon
Transparent session pricing and flexible payment options
Pricing often hidden or complex
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À la fin, nous vous dirons si vos réponses suggèrent qu'il est peut-être temps d'envisager une cure de désintoxication et nous vous proposerons des options sûres et confidentielles pour vous aider à vous lancer.

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Clear pricing, flexible options

How much does rehab counselling cost?

We offer affordable, flexible pricing for all counselling sessions. Typically, our clients prefer to pay through their private insurance or super, but we offer a variety of rehab funding options for you to consider. 

$180–$340 per session

Coût total du programme

Fees vary depending on the type of counselling and whether sessions are delivered in-person or online.

Jusqu'à 100 %

Couverture d'assurance

Some private health insurers and DVA funding may cover part or all of your sessions. We also offer non-insurance payment solutions.

From $180 out of pocket

Votre coût final

If you're not eligible for funding or cover, standard individual counselling sessions start at $180. We'll help you understand your options and choose the right support plan.

Clear pricing, flexible options

How much does rehab counselling cost?

We offer affordable, flexible pricing for all counselling sessions. Typically, our clients prefer to pay through their private insurance or super, but we offer a variety of rehab funding options for you to consider. 

$180–$340 per session

Coût total du programme

Fees vary depending on the type of counselling and whether sessions are delivered in-person or online.

Jusqu'à 100 %

Couverture d'assurance

Some private health insurers and DVA funding may cover part or all of your sessions. We also offer non-insurance payment solutions.

From $180 out of pocket

Votre coût final

If you're not eligible for funding or cover, standard individual counselling sessions start at $180. We'll help you understand your options and choose the right support plan.

Access support without financial stress

Funding options for rehab counselling sessions

Whether you're insured, self-funding, or in need of financial assistance, we’ll help you find a way forward. Our counselling program is designed to be flexible, and so are our payment options.

01

Assurance maladie privée

Autofinancement

Pay directly for simple access

Self-funding gives you immediate access to our counselling services with full control over your schedule and session type. You can book in-person or online appointments with no referrals needed, and choose from single sessions or discounted packages for ongoing care.

From $180 per session
  • No paperwork, approval, or waiting periods
  • Discounted rates available for session bundles
  • Ideal for clients seeking flexible, short- or long-term care
  • Sessions scheduled at your convenience
  • Access to full range of therapeutic services
02

Autofinancement

Assurance maladie privée

Use your existing cover

Many private health funds (including Bupa, Medibank and others) cover a portion of counselling costs under extras or outpatient mental health services. Our team can help you confirm your benefits and maximise your rebates.

Souvent partiellement ou entièrement couvert
  • Claimable depending on your level of cover
  • No need for inpatient program enrolment
  • Rebates processed via HICAPS or insurer portals
  • Works for both in-person and online sessions
  • We can provide documentation and support
03

Accès à la retraite

DVA

Fully funded care for eligible veterans

You may be eligible for fully funded outpatient counselling if you hold a DVA Gold or White Card. We’ve worked with veterans and first responders for years, and understand the complexity of trauma recovery and reintegration.

Covered in full by DVA
  • Available for both in-person and digital counselling
  • No gap or out-of-pocket for approved clients
  • Trauma-informed, veteran-specific care available
  • Accessible Australia-wide via telehealth
  • Support available for eligibility checks
04

Plans de paiement

Plans de paiement

We offer structured, interest-free payment plans for those paying privately but needing financial flexibility. You’ll still receive the same quality of care, and you can choose to pay weekly or monthly.

We believe quality care should be available to everyone. If you’re experiencing financial hardship, we may be able to offer reduced rates or connect you with community funding pathways.

  • No credit checks or third-party financing
  • Plans designed around your income and budget
  • Can be used for individual or family counselling
  • Easy to adjust as your needs change
  • Organised during your initial intake call
Tailored addiction counselling for your lifestyle

Why our counselling program helps you feel seen, supported, and steady

Counselling sessions are a space to breathe, to reset, and to rebuild. Whether you're facing addiction, trauma, or emotional overwhelm, we meet you where you are and help you take steady steps forward.

Personalised for every journey

Your therapy plan is built around your goals, preferences, and life circumstances.

Support that fits your schedule

With online and in-person options, you can access care without disrupting work or family routines.

Grounded in real outcomes

Evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care help create lasting change.

Led by people who get it

Our clinicians understand addiction and recovery, not just professionally but personally.

Accessible, straightforward support

Who can access our counselling program

Our counselling services are open to anyone in Australia seeking support for addiction, trauma, or mental health. You don’t need a referral — just a willingness to begin.

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Critères d'éligibilité

You’re eligible for this program if you’re navigating challenges related to substance use, trauma, or emotional well-being, and want structured, therapeutic support without inpatient care. In-person counselling is available locally and digital sessions are open to clients across Australia. DVA clients may qualify for fully funded access, and all participants must commit to a four-session minimum.

  • In-person counselling is available only at our Ocean Grove office
  • Online counselling is available Australia-wide via secure platform

Minimum commitment of four sessions required for all new clients

Étapes pour s'inscrire

Getting started is simple. Just contact our admissions team, and we’ll guide you through the rest. We’ll talk about what you’re going through, your goals, and what kind of support you need. From there, we’ll help you check any insurance or DVA eligibility, match you with the right counsellor, and schedule your first session either in person or online.

  • Speak with our admissions team to talk through your needs and goals
  • Check your insurance or DVA funding options if applicable
  • Book your initial session and start building your personal therapy plan

Take the pressure off with one conversation

If you’re overwhelmed, we can help you understand what’s next. Book your first counselling session and begin at a pace that works for you.

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Proof that change is possible

Hear from the people who’ve been there

Every story here began with someone saying yes to support and discovering what recovery could really feel like.

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Calm, capable, and fully in your corner

Meet your counselling team

Our therapists are deeply experienced, clinically trained, and grounded in real-world recovery. They know how to help you move forward without judgment, and at your pace.

Andi Thania

Directeur

Andi Thania allie leadership opérationnel et coaching de rétablissement empreint de compassion pour aider ses clients à se sentir écoutés, soutenus et responsabilisés tout au long de leur parcours de réadaptation.

Richard Smith

Fondateur et spécialiste en toxicomanie

Le fondateur de la clinique Hader, fort de 39 ans d'expertise et d'expérience personnelle, s'engage à aider les autres grâce à des soins fondés sur des preuves scientifiques et empreints de compassion.

Amy Singh

Directeur des soins infirmiers

Avec plus de 20 ans d'expérience dans le domaine de la santé mentale et des soins infirmiers liés à l'alcoolisme et à la toxicomanie, la directrice des soins infirmiers dirige avec compassion, inspire son équipe, garantit des soins de qualité et maintient une approche centrée sur le patient.

Ryan Wood

Responsable des relations avec la clientèle

En tant que responsable des relations avec la clientèle, Ryan combine son expertise professionnelle et son expérience personnelle en matière de rétablissement, apportant son soutien aux clients et à leurs familles en phase initiale de rétablissement avec une approche empreinte de compassion.

Dr Keflemariam Yohannes

Psychologue clinicien

Le Dr Keflemariam Yohannes, psychologue clinicien à l'hôpital privé Hader, est spécialisé dans les soins holistiques, alliant expertise clinique et compréhension bienveillante.

Rachael Paterson

Infirmière psychiatrique agréée et psychothérapeute assistée par les chevaux

Rachael Paterson combine ses connaissances cliniques professionnelles et le pouvoir curatif de la nature pour aider les patients de tous âges à se sentir ancrés, soutenus et autonomes dans leur processus de guérison.

Jo Tyson

Qualité et sécurité

Avec plus de 20 ans d'expérience dans le domaine de la santé mentale, le responsable de la qualité et de la sécurité de la clinique Hader garantit un environnement sûr et favorable, en maintenant des normes élevées en matière de soins aux patients et de soutien au personnel.

Vivienne Desmarchelier

Coordonnateur familial

Vivienne Desmarchelier soutient les familles à la clinique Hader grâce à des soins holistiques et inclusifs qui reconnaissent le rôle essentiel des liens, de la communication et du partage dans le processus de guérison.

Peter El-Khouri

Coordonnateur de programme

Avec neuf ans de rétablissement continu, des certifications en counseling en alcoolisme et autres toxicomanies (Cert IV en AOD) et en santé mentale (Cert IV en santé mentale), Peter possède une expertise approfondie qui va de pair avec son expérience vécue. Son parcours a commencé à la clinique Hader en 2015, où il a suivi un programme de 12 mois qui a changé sa vie. Depuis, il a consacré huit ans à la clinique Hader et coordonne actuellement les programmes de rétablissement à l'établissement privé Hader à Geelong.

Jakline Barkho

Responsable de programme

En tant que guide de confiance pour les familles confrontées à des problèmes de santé mentale, Jackie s'appuie sur sa propre expérience de rétablissement pour leur apporter soutien et compréhension tout au long de leur parcours.

Silvana Scerri

Responsable des relations avec la clientèle

Silvana occupe le poste de responsable des relations avec la clientèle à la clinique Hader, où elle met à profit une décennie d'expérience inestimable dans le domaine de l'alcoolisme, de la toxicomanie et de la santé mentale. Silvana a commencé sa carrière dans ce domaine en tant qu'assistante sociale dévouée à la clinique Hader pour femmes de Bacchus Marsh, où elle a apporté un soutien et des soins indéfectibles aux personnes en voie de guérison. Son dévouement et son expertise l'ont amenée à occuper le poste de coordinatrice de programme à la clinique Hader, renforçant ainsi son engagement à aider les personnes dans leur parcours vers le rétablissement.

Kirrily Warn

Responsable administratif et financier

Après avoir suivi un parcours de rétablissement en tant que cliente en 2007, Kirrily contribue désormais au succès de la clinique grâce à ses doubles qualifications en toxicomanie et santé mentale et à son expertise en gestion financière.

Jacki Webb

Réceptionniste

85%

Report improved emotional regulation after six sessions

70%

Experience reduced anxiety and depression symptoms

60%

Show improved family communication and relapse prevention

50%

Lower relapse rates compared to those without aftercare support

Progress you can feel — and measure

What clients gain from our counselling services

Counselling is about building emotional resilience, clarity, and strength that lasts. Most clients report feeling more grounded, more regulated, and better equipped to manage life’s challenges after just a few sessions.

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The reassurance of trusted care

Nos accréditations

Our AOD-qualified counsellors and psychologists offer trauma-informed therapy grounded in compassion and best practice. Sessions are delivered in line with the NSQHS Standards under the guidance of the ACSQHC, ensuring safe, ethical, and effective support at every stage of your recovery.

More than just talk therapy

Our holistic approach to counselling

We look beyond symptoms. Our counselling focuses on the full picture — your mind, body, relationships, and routines — to help you find balance, build resilience, and feel more like yourself again.

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Team enjoying an outdoor meeting
People who care with both head and heart

Our team of specialists

Our counsellors are deeply experienced in trauma, addiction, and mental health. But just as important is how they show up: with honesty, empathy, and genuine respect for your journey.

Counselling where and how it works for you

Access support in Ocean Grove or from anywhere in Australia

In-person counselling is available at our Ocean Grove office, a calm and welcoming space designed for focused therapeutic work. Can’t make it in? Our secure online platform allows you to access the same expert care from wherever you are, with the flexibility to suit your schedule and lifestyle.

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Essendon
150-152 Cooper St, Essendon VIC 3040

Centre hospitalier de réadaptation proposant un programme de sevrage et de désintoxication de 28 jours.

Geelong
6-8 Townsend Road, St Albans Park VIC 3219
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Book your first counselling session today

There’s no long waitlist or complicated referral. Speak with our team and book an initial consultation at a time that suits you, online or in person.

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FAQs about our counselling services

What kind of issues can counselling help with?

Our counselling and support services are designed to assist with a range of challenges related to alcohol and other drug use, trauma, mental health, and family dynamics. We work with individuals and families who may be affected by alcohol, struggling with addictive behaviour, or experiencing the impact of long-term emotional stress.

How many sessions will I need?

We require a minimum of four counselling sessions, but many clients choose to continue for longer depending on their needs. Each person’s goals are different, and your counsellor will provide guidance and advice as part of an ongoing treatment plan that evolves with your progress.

Who will I be working with?

You’ll work with experienced counsellors and therapists specialising in addiction treatment, trauma, and mental health. Many are based in Victoria and bring deep knowledge of local resources, including helpline and harm reduction strategies, particularly for those navigating alcohol or drug concerns.

Can I include my partner or family in counselling?

Yes, absolutely. We offer family counselling and support to help rebuild relationships, improve communication, and support recovery together. Sessions can include loved ones who have been affected by alcohol or drug-related behaviour.

What if I’m not sure I’m ready to talk about everything?

That’s completely okay. Counselling is confidential, and you set the pace. Many clients begin by exploring the immediate effects of their health condition or emotional overwhelm, and gradually feel safe enough to address deeper issues.

How does your counselling program support long-term recovery?

We support long-term recovery by helping clients build emotional regulation skills, create healthier relationships, and develop harm reduction strategies. Whether you’re exiting a residential program or starting with outpatient support, counselling helps you maintain stability beyond alcohol or drug rehabilitation.

What can I expect from my first session?

Your first session is a chance to talk about what’s brought you here and what you’d like support with. You’ll meet one-on-one with a counsellor, explore your goals, and begin building a therapy plan. It’s a relaxed, respectful space — designed to make you feel safe and heard.

Are your sessions flexible around work or family commitments?

Yes. We offer daytime, evening, and weekend appointments, including remote sessions. Whether you're based in regional Victoria or in the city, our counselling is designed to fit around your life — not disrupt it.