Online Counselling Australia
Affordable, accessible therapy for every corner of Australia
You don’t need to live in a big city to find good support.
At Rough Patch, we believe everyone deserves access to affordable counselling, no matter where you are.
Our online counselling services connect people all over Australia, from remote communities to regional towns and everything in between, with qualified, compassionate counsellors who understand what you’re going through.
With flexible online appointments and sliding-scale fees from $70-$160, you can talk to someone from the comfort of your own home. With no travel, waitlists or extra costs.
Why online counselling might be a great fit for you
- Accessible anywhere: All you need is a computer, laptop, tablet or phone and an internet connection.
- Private and secure: Sessions are held through secure video platforms, so your privacy is protected.
- Flexible schedules: Choose times that suit you, even after hours or on weekends.
- Affordable sessions: Our counsellors offer reduced-fee sessions on a sliding scale, making therapy more accessible.
What you can talk about
Our counsellors can support you through a wide range of challenges, including:
- Stress and burnout
- Relationship or family issues
- Anxiety and depression
- Grief and loss
- Life changes, relocation, or isolation
You’ll find counsellors with diverse experience and approaches, so you can choose someone who feels like the right fit for you.
How Online Counselling Works
Starting counselling can feel like a big step, but we’ve made it easy.
You don’t need a referral, and everything happens online — at your pace, in your space.
- Browse our counsellors and read about their experience, training and approach
- Send an enquiry to the counsellor you choose — no forms, no waiting lists, no referrals from a GP needed
- Meet online at your scheduled time through a secure video platform
Support for regional and rural Australia
Living outside a capital city shouldn’t mean going without support. Whether you’re in regional NSW, rural Victoria, Western Queensland, or anywhere in between, online counselling gives you access to:
Therapists who understand rural life – many of our counsellors live regionally themselves.
Reduced travel and wait times – no need to drive hours to the nearest clinic.
Consistent care – even if you move towns, your counsellor can stay with you online.
Connection and community – you’re not alone, no matter how isolated you feel.
How it Works + Fees
Rough Patch exists to support people who can’t ordinarily afford the cost of counselling.
Our experienced, professional counsellors reduce their usual fees to provide clients with the counselling and support they need.
To keep waitlists short, clients are able to access up to 30 sessions per 12 month period. If more sessions are needed, the counsellor will work with you to find longer-term supports. This guide is to help you decide your fee for counselling at Rough Patch. Each person’s situation is unique, so this is a guide only. Your counsellor will discuss fees with you during your first session.
Together, you decide the appropriate fee for your sessions based on your circumstances.
You may fit at the lower end of the scale if...
- You frequently experiences barriers to paying for daily living costs, such as housing, food, healthcare, school or higher education, childcare, clothing and transportation
- You have high daily living costs due to family responsibilities or single income family
- You have casual or insecure employment, or no capacity to generate income
- You qualify for Centrelink assistance such as JobSeeker, Aged Care Pension, Austudy
You may fit at the higher end of the scale if...
- You live in a multiple-income household or have living arrangements which share financial burden
- You have few or no dependents
- You can consistently manage daily living costs
- You have consistent income
- You have little or no debt
- You want to support the ongoing financial viability of Rough Patch
Find a counsellor today
It’s easy to get started.
Explore our community of qualified counsellors and find someone who gets it.