Counselling
Counselling is provided by qualified social workers who uphold practice standards and ethics governed by the Australian Association of Social Workers.
Counselling is provided to:
Women who have an unplanned or unwanted pregnancy;
Women who have had an abortion and are seeking support in relation to this, whether or not the abortion was done at the Centre and regardless of when it was done; and
Partners or significant others.
Counselling is not compulsory. It is your choice whether to have counselling or not. It is available at the Centre FREE of charge.
Counsellors aim to provide a warm, supportive, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings about your unplanned or unwanted pregnancy, or your experience of abortion.
Counsellors see and support many women, some of whom choose to continue their pregnancy as well as those who choose abortion.
Prior to making your decision, counsellors will give you accurate information about your options which may include, continuing the pregnancy and parenting, continuing and choosing adoption, and terminating the pregnancy.
The session is led by you and gives you the opportunity to discuss any concerns or fears you may have and decision making strategies. Your partner or significant others can be involved if you wish. Counsellors will support you to take the time you need to make the decision that is right for you.
If you would like to speak to a counsellor, or make an appointment you can call the centre on 8243 3999 or FREECALL 1800 672 966. Alternatively you can email us.
The following resources may provide further assistance in your decision-making process.
Other Pregnancy Support/Counselling Services
Shine SA
The Second Story Youth Health Service
Clinical Genetics Service- Women’s & Children’s Hospital.
Provides assistance & support with information about genetic testing, DNA/paternity testing/support regarding diagnosis of fetal abnormality.
Ph (08) 8161 7010
SAFDA SA- Support After Fetal Diagnosis of Abnormality.
Provides support for people before and after the termination of pregnancy following the diagnosis of an abnormality.
Ph (08) 8161 7375
SANDS SA- Sudden & Neonatal Death Support
SANDS offers support to people who have suffered the death of a baby anytime from conception through to after birth- this includes, miscarriage, neonatal death, stillbirth, ectopic pregnancy and genetic/medically advised termination.
Ph (08) 8277 0304
Violence/Abuse
Domestic Violence Crisis Service Inc.
Telephone and face to face counselling, referral to safe accommodation
Ph 1300 782 200
Domestic Violence Helpline
The Domestic Violence Helpline provides 24 hour telephone counselling services for domestic violence.
Ph 1800 800 098
Yarrow Place Rape and Sexual Assault Service
Yarrow Place provides support, counselling and medical services for women who have been sexually assaulted/raped.
Ph (08) 8226 8787 or 1800 817 421
