From the College Counsellors

The School Counselling program is a free, short-term service offered to MSCW students needing access to 1:1 counselling. Qualified and experienced Counsellors provide a safe and private space for students to discuss their concerns and receive support. Eligibility requirements ensure resources are available to those who need them most.

Counsellors may advocate for the wellbeing needs of students within the school and can work with students and their families to explore further specialised support and connect them with external services as needed.

Additionally, Counsellors can work with external mental health professionals to ensure cohesive support and relevant support plans are appropriately informed.

Referrals can be made through the student’s House Coordinator or students can self-refer. 

Other information and resources for parents

CatholicCare provides online parenting and child development courses – see the brochure for details of this term’s courses on offer.  

The CatholicCare Parenting Hub provides tips and practical advice on building positive relationships with your child.

PARENT LINE is a free telephone counselling support service for any parents and carers with children 0–18 years old who live in NSW. Tel: 1300 1300 52 (9am to 9pm Monday – Friday, 4-9pm on weekends).

ASK IZZY is an online service directory that allows you to search by suburb for practical community services such as housing, legal advice, health and wellbeing.

The Australian Psychology Society’s (APS) Find a Psychologist directory gives you access to thousands of psychologists across Australia. You can search by location or area of practice. 

The Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia’s (PACFA) Find a Therapist directory will assist you to find a therapist by proximity to you, languages spoken, whether they offer telehealth, private health rebates etc. 

For assistance or further information about school counselling, please contact the College on 02 9816 2041.