Gambling Counselling Melbourne

Gambling counselling has the potential to support more than just the problem gambler. Mission Australia offers free face-to-face and telephone gambling counselling for anyone affected by problem gambling, including family, partners and friends, throughout different regions of Australia.

Demographic profile, gambling activity and service use of clients presenting to Break Even problem gambling counselling services, July 1, 1995–June 30, 1997, Client and services analysis report, No. Melbourne: Victorian Department of Human Services.
Problem gambling is common in Australia with estimates that one per cent of the population suffer from the condition. Gambling addiction problem is defined as when a person has difficulty limiting the amount of money and time spent on gambling, and which leads to negative consequences for the gambler, as well as their family and friends.
The Cairnmillar Clinics are also available to offer support and counselling to families impacted by the gambling behaviour of a loved one. Contact our clinics now. Appointments with our Community Clinic, staffed by postgraduate provisional psychologists, are free and available by videoconference and telephone.

Gambler’s Help

City & Inner North

Our Gambler’s Help program offers support and information to people affected by gambling, and to the broader community.

Moneycare

Financial Counselling

Free financial counselling is available through our generalist program to anyone experiencing financial difficulties.

COVID19

Due to COVID19, we are operating differently to normal. Please call before visiting to ensure we are open and able to assist you.

Resources

Click here for links and resources about a range of topics, from gambling to depression and anxiety.