Family and Friends Support
Counselling and group sessions for family and friends to share their experiences, connect with others and learn ways to look after themselves while supporting someone.
Supporting a family member or friend with alcohol and other drug dependence is challenging. Having someone to talk to about your concerns, learning ways to navigate difficult behaviours and adopting self-care strategies can ensure both you and your loved one are supported during the recovery journey.
How we help
We provide free individual counselling and group support for family and friends impacted by alcohol and other drug dependence.
Individual counselling
Connect with a counsellor over the phone or in-person. Counselling sessions are a safe and confidential space to talk about:
What to expect during withdrawal and recovery
How to find support for your loved one
The challenges you’re facing
Difficult behaviours of your loved one
Setting healthy boundaries
Communication techniques
Self-care strategies
Group support
Join a safe and non-judgmental space where you can connect with others going through similar experiences and gain advice on how best to support your loved one. Group discussions are guided by members, however topics can include:
Why and how alcohol and other drug dependence happens
Practical ways to support yourself and keep safe (setting healthy boundaries)
Practical ways to support your loved one (communication techniques)
What occurs during withdrawal and recovery
Why do family and friends need support?
Helping a loved one with substance dependence can feel like a lot of pressure and add significant stress to your life.
Looking after yourself can put you in a better position to support someone else. Benefits include:
Connect with others going through a similar experience
Learn coping strategies for difficult behaviours
Improve communication and conflict resolution
Build supportive relationships with other group members
Set healthy boundaries
What people say
Start your recovery journey
If you would like more information on support for family and friends get in touch with our team.
We are available Monday – Friday 8.30am-4.30pm (AEST).
Parenting Programs
Parenting guidance in an individual or group setting, to help you strengthen family bonds.
Family Recovery Centre
Care for your children during your stay and develop skills to create a safe and healthy family.
Find Support
Residential treatment and in-community programs to help you recover long-term.
