Discover what counsellors actually do day to day in Australia. Client sessions, common issues, work settings & what a typical week looks like.

Artificial intelligence is now drafting emails, summarising meetings and even running chatbot “coaching” sessions across Australian workplaces. If you are thinking about becoming a coach; or you already are one; two questions sit behind almost every other worry: will a machine make me obsolete before I’ve really begun, and can I actually earn a living […]

Overview AI fluency for leaders is not about coding or building models. It is the ability to question AI outputs, blend machine efficiency with human judgment, and navigate your team’s emotional response to technological change. McKinsey’s 2025 survey found that 88% of organisations now use AI in at least one business function. Deloitte Access Economics […]

Psychological safety is the shared belief that a team is safe for interpersonal risk-taking — meaning people can ask questions, admit mistakes, and raise concerns without fear of humiliation. Google’s Project Aristotle found it is the single strongest predictor of team effectiveness. In Australia, updated WHS codes now require organisations to manage psychosocial hazards, making […]

In Australia, the three main mental health career pathways are counsellor, psychologist, and social worker. A counsellor can typically qualify in 12 to 18 months through the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling (AU$4,500 to $7,000), registers with the ACA, and earns AU$78,000 to $105,000. A clinical psychologist requires six or more years of study (AU$30,000 to […]

Many people successfully transition into counselling later in life through a nationally recognised qualification, with life experience, communication skills, and empathy valued just as highly as formal study. Key Takeaways Yes, you can become a counsellor after 40 , your life experience is an advantage. The most common pathway is the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling. […]

Relationship Counselling in Australia: Why It Matters More Than Ever  Relationship counselling helps individuals and couples improve communication, resolve conflict, and build healthier connections. In Australia, demand is growing as more people seek support for mental health, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Training in counselling equips you with practical skills to help clients create meaningful, […]

This article explores three NLP and coaching capabilities people are seeking most today, including communication mastery, confidence and mindset development, and goal achievement strategies. It also outlines the top reasons people pursue personal development and how NLP skills can support both personal transformation and professional growth. Key Takeaways NLP explores the relationship between thinking patterns, […]

This article explores three common issues people seek hypnotherapy for today—anxiety regulation, sleep improvement, and habit change while also examining why more professionals are considering training as clinical hypnotherapists, either as a full-time career, flexible private practice, or an additional skill alongside counselling, coaching or psychology.   Key Takeaways Clinical hypnosis is increasingly used as […]