Living with a neurological condition can have a significant impact on mental wellbeing - not only for the person diagnosed, but also for their family members and carers.

MSWA’s Counselling services provide a supportive, confidential and non-judgemental space to talk through concerns and explore ways to navigate life’s challenges. Our Counsellors are accredited and experienced in working with people living with neurological conditions. They offer personalised support for individuals, couples and families - whether that means brief, focused sessions or longer-term therapy.

Through MSWA Counselling services. you may experience:

New perspectives and insights.
Increased emotional awareness and regulation.
Improved coping strategies and resilience.
Personal growth and the ability to live life to the fullest.

Counselling is available in person, over the phone, via video, or in some cases, through home visits.

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Our Counselling programs

Our Counsellors are professionally trained in a range of therapeutic approaches to support people living with neurological conditions.

Clients often seek support for challenges such as changes in identity and life roles, adjusting to the impact of their condition, processing grief and loss, and managing mental health concerns like depression, anxiety and stress.

Mindfulness and meditation
Art therapy
Expressive therapies
Carer/family support
Therapeutic peer groups
Psycho-education about stress reduction, neuroplasticity, building resilience

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Who we support

The MSWA Counselling team supports individuals in Perth and Western Australia living with a diagnosed neurological condition, including:

Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Stroke
Huntington’s disease
Parkinson’s disease
Motor neurone disease (MND)
Acquired brain injury (ABI)
Functional neurological disorder (FND)

This list is not exhaustive. You can find a comprehensive list of conditions here. If your neurological condition is not listing, please contact us on 08 9365 4888 or complete the form below.

You can engage with our Counsellors through face-to-face sessions (in an individual or group setting), telehealth (via phone or video conference), or at any of our MSWA Services Centres. In some cases, we may also conduct sessions in-home.

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Frequently asked questions

MSWA Counselling services

Our Counsellors are accredited professionals with experience in supporting people living with neurological conditions including and not limited to, MS, Parkinson's disease, acquired brain injury (ABI), motor neuron disease (MND) and Huntington's disease.

Depending on your situation and needs, they provide tailored support to individuals, couples and families through brief, goal-focused sessions or more in-depth, ongoing counselling.

This service is available in person and via telehealth. If you would like further information, please contact us on 08 9365 4888 or complete the form below.

NDIS counselling service and other funding

There are several ways to pay for our Counselling services, including NDIS Funding, Support at Home (formerly HCP), private health insurance or paying privately. We can help you work out the most suitable payment method when you book your appointment.

Yes, there are multiple funding options that can be used to pay for MSWA Counselling services including NDIS Funding and Support at Home (formerly HCP). We can help you identify the most suitable payment method when you book your appointment.

Yes, there are multiple funding options that can be used to pay for MSWA Counselling services - including NDIS Funding. We can help you identify the most suitable payment method when you book your appointment. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us by submitting the form below.

Yes, there are multiple funding options that can be used to pay for MSWA Counselling services, including NDIS Funding for self and plan-managed NDIS participants. We can help you identify the most suitable payment method when you book your appointment. If you have questions, don't hesitate to contact us by submitting the form below.

Counselling for people living with a diagnosed neurological condition

Yes, MSWA offer telehealth counselling for people living with MS.

MSWA Counselling services are available in person, over the phone, via video, or in some cases, through home visits to individuals living with a diagnosed neurological condition.

Yes, telehealth counselling is available for people living with Parkinson's disease.

MSWA Counselling services are available in person, over the phone, via video, or in some cases, through home visits to individuals living with a diagnosed neurological condition.

Depression is a common non-motor symptom of Parkinson's disease. Depression in individuals with Parkinson's can result from chemical changes in the brain caused by the condition. However, it can also stem from the emotional impact of living with a progressive neurological condition and its associated challenges.

While common, depression and poor mental health should not be left untreated, while common in Parkinson's disease, it is often overlooked and undertreated. Support is available and can enhance your quality of life.

Depression is a common effect of stroke and is caused by biochemical changes in the brain as well as the emotional consequences of living with a neurological condition. Support is available to treat depression, which in turn can help improve your quality of life.