A pathway to better connections
There are challenges and opportunities at every stage of a relationship. Our couple counselling and pre-marriage counselling programs help you focus on creating positive outcomes and emotional wellbeing.
Program details
Couple Counselling
This program is for couples facing interpersonal conflict, challenging family dynamics, parenting struggles and separation.
Your counsellor will support you to create environments of growth, connection and resilience, and improve safety and wellbeing for children and young people.
You can access counselling support face-to-face, by telephone or on Microsoft Teams.
Pre-Marriage Counselling
Prepare and Enrich is a pre-marriage and relationship enhancement education program.
Working with a counsellor for up to 12 sessions, you and your partner will gain the skills to identify strengths and growth areas for a supportive and respectful future together.
You can access counselling support face-to-face, by telephone or on Microsoft Teams.
Program inclusions
- Up to 12 sessions with a counsellor
- Free or nominal co-payment (please ask our team for details)
- Face-to-face, telephone or Microsoft Teams appointments
- Access to information and referrals.
Program benefits
The goal of all our relationship counselling programs is to:
- Strengthen family bonds
- Navigate critical family transitions such as family formation, extension and separation
- Improve safety and wellbeing for children and young people
- Prevent family breakdowns by supporting couples to create environments of growth, connection and resilience
- Access information and referrals.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this program, you must:
- Be over 18 years old, and
- Able to attend sessions in person, via video call or telephone. Interpreter services are available.
Locations
- Cleveland
- Clontarf
- Riverview
- Inala
- Caboolture
- Strathpine
- Stafford
- Booval
- Eight Mile Plains
How to apply
If you’re eligible, you can apply for the free program through the apply link, call us on 1300 114 397 or submit the form below.
What is Anglicare’s purpose?
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We’ve been caring for Queenslanders for over 150 years
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We connect with people at every stage of life and respond with compassion and humility
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Our team is experienced, dedicated and equipped to help
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We advocate to inform positive social change
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Our vision is to create a more loving, just and inclusive society.
Common questions
Here are the most frequently asked questions we receive about our program.
Are there any costs or out of pocket fees?
Family counselling is free or a nominal co-payment. Please discuss costs with our team.
Will I receive professional counselling?
Yes, our counsellors are fully trained professionals, and all sessions are confidential.
Do I need to attend all 12 appointments?
No, your participation is voluntary and you do not need to attend all 12 appointments. The number of sessions is up to you (up to 12 appointments).
Access our services
We’re here for you. Submit this form or call us to access an Anglicare service or program. Our team is available between 9am and 5pm weekdays on 1300 114 397.
If you need to talk to someone urgently, outside of business hours, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. If you are in immediate danger, dial 000.