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FIFO Counselling in Perth & Online

You can be used to the roster and still find it hard. Long swings, time away and the shift back into home life can leave you feeling disconnected, under pressure or unsure where you fit.

Counselling offers space to talk about what the job asks of you and what you need outside it. Meet in West Perth on your break, or explore online sessions around your roster.

When site life follows you home

Maybe you spend your swing counting down the days, then feel unsettled when you get home. You may be missing important moments, arguing over small things, or finding that time off disappears before you have had a chance to recover.

You don’t need to prove that FIFO is the whole problem. We can look at work, relationships, identity and the parts of life that have been pushed aside.

What we can work on together

  • Finding a transition between work mode and home life.

  • Talking through loneliness, pressure and feeling disconnected from people you care about.

  • Exploring boundaries, expectations and communication in your relationships.

  • Making room for rest, connection and routines that are realistic around your swing.

The focus is on your experience and choices. You won’t be expected to follow a routine that doesn’t fit your roster or circumstances.

Practical support around your roster

Online sessions can offer continuity when you are away, where a private space and reliable connection are available. Appointment times depend on availability. Include your roster and time zone when you enquire so we can discuss what is workable.

Something to start with

These existing worksheets offer a starting point between sessions:

In West Perth or online

Meet in person at 567 Newcastle Street, West Perth, or attend online across Australia. Individual sessions are $150 for 50 minutes. A referral isn’t needed; Medicare rebates are not available.

You can read what to expect at your first session, or request a free 15-minute phone call to ask questions before booking.

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