Accidental Counsellor | Online 13Oct
Build the confidence to support someone in distress.
Learn how to support someone in distress with clarity, structure, and care.
About the Course
The Accidental Counsellor course equips participants with the essential skills and structure to:
RECOGNISE
Identify when a person is in distress or experiencing a crisis.
RESPOND
Use compassionate, effective communication skills to support the person safely.
REFER
Guide the person toward appropriate professional or community services.
Who is this workshop for
Have you ever found yourself supporting a customer, client, friend, family member, colleague or even a stranger who is distressed and weren’t sure what to say?
This workshop provides practical tools to help you feel confident and prepared during those moments.
What you will learn
Participants will learn to:
Recognise signs of distress and crisis
Ask directly about thoughts of suicide
Respond safely and appropriately, no matter the answer
Understand the role and limits of an “Accidental Counsellor”
Apply self‑care strategies to protect their own wellbeing
Course Format
Accidental Counsellor Workshop (Online)
🕒 4.5‑hour live videoconferencing session
👥 No prior experience needed
🔞 Suitable for ages 16+
💲 Cost: $250+GST per person
Questions?
Use the “Contact host” button on this page and the Lifeline Central West training team will respond as soon as possible.
Course Code: 26084VAC
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity
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