Soldier On provides evidence-based, trauma-informed psychology services to Defence personnel, veterans and their families.
Our highly skilled psychologists are experienced in supporting people affected by trauma and relational trauma across the lifespan. Support sessions are available nationwide via video Telehealth and face-to-face in Melbourne and Brisbane. Our psychologists offer support in navigating:
- Trauma and stress-related issues, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Interpersonal and relational difficulties with close family, friends, and relatives
- Parenting (both early, middle, and adolescent)
- Mood difficulties such as depression and anxiety
- Identity issues
- Psychological and interpersonal impact of transitions and deployment.
One-On-One therapy
Our registered psychologists and clinical psychologists, many with a long history of working with Australian Defence Force members, veterans and their families, offer ongoing, relationship-based therapy for veterans. Our team is trained to work with you and will support you to build stronger connections with the people who matter and a steadier handle on your emotions. It’s a space to make sense of what’s happening in your relationships, your family and yourself, whether that’s the pressure of transition, conflict at home, or simply not feeling like yourself.
Our therapy is slower paced and guided by you. If you’re not getting what you need, we’ll explore that with you and support you to link in with another organisation. Often it’s our social worker, who helps make that connection.
Coming in 2027, Reflective Functioning Group
An online group program designed to help participants make sense of what is going on for themselves and the people around them, along with weekly individual support.
Parenting Support
Soldier On also offers Telehealth group sessions for support with parenting in the context of deployments and transitions, as well as a number of different evidence-based family programs designed to help foster connections with your children across the lifespan, the group programs are also an opportunity for you to hear how other veteran families have managed the challenges that come with raising a family and remaining connected as a family. Find out more
For more information on psychology sessions with Soldier On, please see the list of FAQs below or contact psychology@soldieron.org.au and a member of our team will help you.
To book an appointment for an intake assessment, please call 1300 620 380 or click the button below.
Frequently asked questions
We currently offer face-to-face sessions in Melbourne and Brisbane.
Our offices provide private, quiet, and comfortable spaces for face-to-face appointments to maintain confidentiality and reduce distractions.
Video telehealth sessions are otherwise available nationwide.
Yes – for one-on-one therapy you will need a referral to see a psychologist, either a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP or a DVA referral. Not sure how to get one? Give us a call and we’ll talk you through it.
All psychology services are available at no cost to you or your family member; however, a referral will be requested before sessions with your psychologist can begin.
Book an appointment with your GP or Medicare-registered healthcare professional to obtain a referral.
Some GPs may require a long consult to allow time to complete the referral. If you are a white or gold card holder, it might help to provide your doctor with the d0904 DVA Referral form.
Once the referral has been completed, you or your doctor can email psychology@soldieron.org.au or fax the referral to +61 2 8331 1985.
Your psychologist will work with you on situations you want help with. You will start to explore yourself, your thoughts, your feelings, and how they emerge in your relationship with yourself and others.
Our psychologists are experienced in various evidence-based therapeutic approaches, and sessions may also include psychological education about the impact of military service.
Our process is respectful, safe, and curious and is thought to develop internal awareness and work towards meaningful change.
Please send your referral to psychology@soldieron.org.au or call us on 1300 620 380.
We will call your client once the referral is received so we can begin our intake process. We will also send a letter to you to confirm that the referral has been received.
Need help now?
Soldier On is not an immediate crisis support charity, but if you do need help right away, there are organisations you can reach out to who are ready to help you.