Gay and Lesbian Issues

How gay is Australia?According to the 2003 “Sex in Australia” survey conducted by the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health, and Society (ARCHSHS), the largest and most thorough survey in Australia to date, 1.2 % of Australian adults nationwide identified themselves as homosexual.&nb ... Read more

Homophobia: Who REALLY Gets Hurt?

Homophobia, unlike most phobias, is not a fear in the strictest sense of conveying fright or terror; however, it is just as extreme and irrational as other phobias. It may be better described as a deep aversion towards men and women who choose partners of the same sex. This aversion is c ... Read more

Gay Relationship Communication: 4 Simple Steps

It's normal for all of us to have needs in relationships and one of the joys of being in relationship with another person is that we can take pleasure in the experience of having those needs met. When it comes to communication, gay relationships are no different from straight relationships. It&# ... Read more

Challenges of Coming Out of the Closet

How do you know if you’re gay?This is a question that's not easily answered. Human sexuality is a complex and fascinating phenomena that cannot be broken down into a simple black-or-white answer. Human sexuality is also very fluid and can change from person-to-person throughout a lifetime. ... Read more

What is Australia Counselling?

Australia Counselling is your link to professional counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists throughout Australia. We only list counsellors registered with a recognised Australian professional association.