Sound counsel. Practical solutions. Proven results.

Dream Centre Counselling is a professional counselling service. Our counsellor, Fred Oostryck, is a member of the Australian Counselling Association and abides by the A.C.A code of conduct.

Counselling is available to assist you through:

 

Monday to Friday by appointment only. Appointments are generally for 50 minutes and can be made by calling Dream Centre on 5596 9999.

 

Office hours:
Monday to Thursday - 9:00am to 5:00pm
Friday - 9:00am to 1:00pm

After hours appointments are available by negotiation.


Fees.

Individual Counselling - $55.00

Couples/Family Groups - $66.00

Pension/Healthcare Card Holders Individual Counselling (on presentation of card) - $22.00

Pension/Healthcare Card Holders Couples/Family groups (on presentation of card) - $27.50

Dreambuilders - No charge for the first 3 sessions per membership year (on presentation of your Dreambuilders card).

Payable at time of session. If there is genuine financial hardship we are able to discuss payment. We also accept Mastercard, Visa or Eftpos.


Cancellations.

If you need to change your appointment please notify the office at least 24 hours in advance.


Confidentiality.

Anything that is said and discussed in the counselling room will remain confidential except when:
There is clear evidence that failure to disclose information would place you or another person at risk. With your consent the information may be discussed with another person e.g. parent, a partner, an employer or medical professional. It is subpoenaed by a court.

 

About Fred.

Fred is a professionally qualified counsellor who has worked in both government and non-government positions in drug and alcohol rehabilitation, mental health, marriage and family therapy and child health settings. His counselling style focuses on enabling you to move towards greater emotional freedom releasing you to get more enjoyment and satisfaction out of life. You will find Fred easy to talk to, caring, positive and practical. He is committed to enabling people to grow in their well-being, to achieve emotional freedom and enjoy life to the full.

Things people have said about counselling with Fred:

“...thank you for helping me see that I am worthy.” D.L

"I am forever grateful for your help in equipping me with the tools I needed to do life more successfully. Fred has helped me understand my choices, attitudes, reactions, self-protection and beliefs about myself and others that impacted my life. He has encouraged me to arrive at my own understandings and solutions that work for me.” G.K

“Mentally I was a wreck...through Fred’s counsel, patience, love and practical knowledge, my faith and hope have been restored.” K.B

“A real person who offers empathy while giving support and encouragement.” L.B

“This (counselling) did help me towards rebuilding my life...” R.F

“So many times we were confused, he helped us to unravel our thoughts and showed us that it was okay to be where we were, at that moment. One of the best things about attending counselling is having someone to listen to how you are feeling without feeling judged. Fred showed us how we operate within ourselves and what happens when our emotions are badly damaged.” S.C

“I am grateful to you for your wise counsel and genuine concern.” K.H