Friendship CentreCounselling Services
Free counselling for every Australian — because everyone deserves support.
2026 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award
We are proud to be named the North Western Sydney Volunteer Team Winner — a reflection of the heart and dedication of every counsellor and volunteer at the Friendship Centre.
At the NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards ceremony, 2026
North Western Sydney Volunteer Team Winner
"This award belongs to every volunteer who has given their time, compassion, and skills to support our community."
— Maria Sarina, Founder & Head Counsellor
Free, Professional Counselling for You and Your Family
The Friendship Centre offers confidential, professional counselling for individuals, couples, families, and children — completely free of charge.
Support for every stage of life
We provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to help you work through challenges, rebuild relationships, and strengthen your wellbeing.
Children need support too
Children go through the same traumas and fears as adults, but it is more difficult for them to express these feelings. Our experienced counsellors love children and have studied patterns of behaviour and development — what may be new to you will not be new to us.
Expert care
Our counsellors have studied child development and behavioural patterns so they can provide informed, compassionate support.
Parents included
We include parents through the entire process so we can work together to best support your child.
Safe environment
A warm, non-judgmental space where children feel comfortable expressing themselves at their own pace.
Dedicated to improving lives
Friendship Centre Counselling is dedicated to improving the lives of those in need. Our mission is to provide resources and support to all individuals that require it — completely free of charge.
10+
Years of free counselling
100%
Free to all clients
NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, ACT
States we serve
700+
Accredited counsellors with ACA and PACFA
Help us remain free
Refer someone
Refer anyone that needs support. Let those you refer know that you have done so — we have enough counsellors to care for all.
Donate
We are completely self-funded with no government support. Contributions toward our rent — our only overhead — are deeply appreciated.
Volunteer
Join our team of volunteer counsellors and make a difference in the lives of others across Australia.
Office rental
If you have office space available, our qualified counsellors in NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, and ACT would love to provide free in-person counselling.
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