Assistance with resolving life's issues

Is counselling for me?

The Dingley Village Community Advice Bureau Inc (DVCAB) believes counselling enables you to feel happier and more satisfied in yourself and in your relationships. Counselling is for any individual who wishes to improve their life.

Areas we can assist

• Anger
• Anxiety / Panic attacks
• Child and Adolescent
• Depression
• Family issues
• Life coaching
• Loss and grief
• Personal development
• Phobias
• Relationships
• Self-esteem / Confidence
• Sexual issues
• Sleeping problems
• Stress
• Transition issues

Our philosophy

The Dingley Village Community Advice Bureau Inc (DVCAB) understands everyone has the right to feel worthwhile and to have the guidance to reach their full potential. We encourage and support personal growth and self-discovery, as it leads to a happier and more fulfilling life.

Our mission

To elevate the emotional well-being of society.

What sets us apart?

• Appointments
• Location - convenient
• Client-centred approach - allowing flexible, individualised counselling
• Not a big corporate or "clinical cold"- we don't lose sight of our real purpose ... you and your happiness
• Trained, professional and friendly people - not a call centre or answering machine
• Consistent high quality standards across all our practices

Service areas

Aspendale, Beaumaris, Bentleigh East, Braeside, Chelsea Heights, Cheltenham, Clayton South, Dingley Village, Edithvale, Heatherton, Highett, Mentone, Mordialloc, Moorabbin, Keysborough, Oakleigh South, Parkdale, Springvale South. But we see all families regardless of postal address.

Clients

The general public, individuals, parents, families, unemployed people, those with special needs, children and refugees.

Appointments

Appointments can be made with the Social Worker (Marion Harriden OAM) by phoning the The Dingley Village Community Advice Bureau Inc (DVCAB) office.