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Australia’s first text counselling service delivered by qualified mental health professionals. We offer a select range of text based psychological and counselling support services to individuals and those in the corporate, rural and remote settings.

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Professional, qualified psychologists and counsellors that you can trust.

Whoever you are, at some point in our lives we need to just talk to somebody. But picking up the phone can be the hardest part, but you don’t have to call someone, because now, with Virtualpsychologist there’s Text counselling whenever you need it. Picking up the phone can seem confronting and intimidating. It doesn’t have to be this way, which is why we provide all styles of counselling for all different situations by Text SMS, whenever you need it. Whether it be in the workplace, out on the mine site or in the home, you can reach us anywhere, any time and on any day. We’re here for you by Text SMS, Facebook Messenger, Twitter and WhatsApp.

Here's what users of the service are saying.

“Texting gave me a little more time to think and answer and helped refine the problem in succinct responses which I felt helped to get to the problem. I found it less confronting to do text rather than phone for some reason”

“I liked getting straight to the point, I also like that it is here for me to read, most of the time when I come out of a face to face session I have forgotten what was said by the time I get home or need to use it or reflect. I had a habit of dissociating a lot too, this really helped me stay focused”

“Via TEXT is less emotional and easier to express yourself. I was able to go over the main points. For me it puts things into perspective if I have to pre-write it or do a point system to make better use of the sessions. It helps me outline what issues I think are a priority and what I feel are my main issues”

“I get extremely anxious when having to answer or make calls. It also gives me time to work out what I am trying to say if I can write it out and read it over”

“It is convenient, and private. Furthermore it was easier to ask for help as I don’t have to talk to anyone and I can read over what was discussed and not try to remember what was said during the session”

“It was a safe space to debrief my trauma from childhood. I was provided some good information on trauma and where I could go for further support. My counsellor was caring and supportive"

“I chose text because I find it very hard talking about my past and being the first time I have ever talked about it I thought it would be easier. If I had to call in the first place I probably would have put it off for longer or not even called at all"

“At times, I can find it difficult to want to talk about feelings in person. Text alleviates that issue, whilst also allowing me to think through my answers better to ensure I'm giving the best answer to get the right help. Tonight, I have been feeling pretty crappy and would probably end up breaking down and crying on the phone. Text was convenient, I find it hard to get the time to make personal calls, and I often have a lot to do after work"

“Because I have gone to see all these therapist face to face and I have had so much trouble expressing what I want to say and feeling. But by texting to someone who cares, gives me time to process and think about what I'm really feeling and want to say"

Here's what users of the service are saying.

“Texting gave me a little more time to think and answer and helped refine the problem in succinct responses which I felt helped to get to the problem. I found it less confronting to do text rather than phone for some reason”

“I liked getting straight to the point, I also like that it is here for me to read, most of the time when I come out of a face to face session I have forgotten what was said by the time I get home or need to use it or reflect. I had a habit of dissociating a lot too, this really helped me stay focused”

“I lost my voice so phone was too hard and I needed immediate help tonight”

Via TEXT is less emotional and easier to express yourself. I was able to go over the main points. For me it puts things into perspective if I have to pre-write it or do a point system to make better use of the sessions. It helps me outline what issues I think are a priority and what I feel are my main issues”

“I get extremely anxious when having to answer or make calls. It also gives me time to work out what I am trying to say if I can write it out and read it over”

“It is convenient, and private. Furthermore it was easier to ask for help as I don’t have to talk to anyone and I can read over what was discussed and not try to remember what was said during the session”

“It was a safe space to debrief my trauma from childhood. I was provided some good information on trauma and where I could go for further support. My counsellor was caring and supportive"

“I chose text because I find it very hard talking about my past and being the first time I have ever talked about it I thought it would be easier. If I had to call in the first place I probably would have put it off for longer or not even called at all"

“At times, I can find it difficult to want to talk about feelings in person. Text alleviates that issue, whilst also allowing me to think through my answers better to ensure I'm giving the best answer to get the right help. Tonight, I have been feeling pretty crappy and would probably end up breaking down and crying on the phone. Text was convenient, I find it hard to get the time to make personal calls, and I often have a lot to do after work"

“Because I have gone to see all these therapist face to face and I have had so much trouble expressing what I want to say and feeling. But by texting to someone who cares, gives me time to process and think about what I'm really feeling and want to say"

This is an Australian Service only. If you are in a crisis or any other person may be in danger - don't use this site. Contact Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 or Text 0477 13 11 14 or call 000.

Looking to integrate Virtualpsychologist as part of your corporate EAP Program?

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Corporate Enquiries

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Looking to integrate Virtualpsychologist as part of your corporate EAP Program?

Let us show you how we can dramatically reduce the cost of your corporate EAP program while improving staff productivity and reducing absenteeism rates.

Corporate Enquiries

[email protected]