We understand that every sibling’s situation, priorities and challenges are different. We also know the importance of mental health and wellbeing, which is why we are excited to introduce our new SibSupport service. This new initiative provides professional counselling services to help individuals and families navigate challenges that they may be facing. Disability/chronic illness can impact the whole family and getting the right support is important.
Key features of our new SibSupport service include:
- Individual counselling sessions tailored to your specific needs and goals
- Group counselling sessions for families to facilitate shared support and learning.
- Workshops and seminars on various topics related to mental health and self-care
- Flexibility of online or face-to-face sessions, with in-person sessions facilitated across two locations.
SibSupport is available to child, adolescent or adult siblings and also extends to facilitate family counselling. Sessions are facilitated by Siblings Australia staffer, Rachel Bailey, a registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). Rachel brings a wealth of experience in psychodynamic and humanistic counselling, having operated her private practice for 10 years. Her passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges and achieve personal growth is a testament to her client-centred approach, working collaboratively and using therapeutic techniques most suited to their needs.
Appointments are available online or face-to-face in our Adelaide, CBD office. To book your appointment please click on the relevant button below:
If you have any questions about SibSupport, please contact us.
One-on-One for Parents
Do you want to know how to better support the siblings of your child with a disability?
Brothers and sisters can be the most important people in the life of your child with disability as they both age and building their resilience and relationships in a healthy way is so important to all
families.
Our SibSupport sessions can help you to better understand the experience of siblings and give you some tools to support them. Each session will be tailored to your family’s individual needs.
Depending on your location these sessions can be delivered either in person or online.
The majority of parents who access this session say they feel more confident in their parenting of all
their children. Read some of our testimonials below:
“Thank you for acknowledging and supporting parents with sibs.” – Emily, parent of 2
“Practical suggestions for daily parenting and recommendations of where to find support” – Ifa, parent of 3
Dependent on your circumstances, the cost of your session may be reimbursable via the NDIS.
For Parents
One-On-One for Siblings
As an adult sibling, do you feel that no-one understands your experience?
Do you worry about the future and what your role might be as a sibling?
We have a range of supports available including our adult peer support groups and SibPlan our future planning resource. Meeting one on one with an accredited counsellor provides an opportunity to talk about your experience of being a sibling and work through some strategies to assist you.
Feedback from some of our previous sessions indicate that many siblings find them validating and empowering:
‘I liked being able to speak so openly about what its been like living with a brother with a disability and being able to be honest and not judged for it.’ – Alex, age 22
‘I enjoyed being listened to by someone with first-hand knowledge, knowing this service exists. I liked that there were some set questions but also the freedom to mention things as they came to mind.’ – Holly, age 26
Dependent on your circumstances, the cost of your session may be reimbursable via the NDIS. Please contact us to discuss your options.