How Counselling and Psychology differ

Many people seeking support wonder about the difference between a counsellor and a psychologist. While both aim to improve mental and emotional well-being, their training, scope, and approach differ.

Counsellors provide guidance and strategies to help people manage life challenges, emotional difficulties, and relationship issues. Counselling is often short- to medium-term, focusing on specific problems such as stress, grief, low self-esteem, or anger. Counsellors offer a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore feelings, develop coping skills, and work toward personal goals. They generally do not diagnose mental health disorders and focus on mild to moderate concerns.

Psychologists treat a wide range of mental health conditions. They use evidence-based interventions and, where appropriate, psychological testing. Psychologists can address complex or severe mental health issues such as trauma and provide specialised therapies,

In short, counsellors guide and support through everyday challenges, while psychologists provide deeper assessment, diagnosis, and specialised treatment. Both play important roles in helping individuals improve mental health and well-being.

And the fee system, booking a therapy session with a counsellor can often work out cheaper than a psychologist, even with the Medicare rebate!

HopeWise Counselling
Individual: $75.00
Couples: $100.00
Families: $150.00