Christian Counsellors Association of Australia

Christian Counsellors Association of Australia Connecting people through a counselling community. It promotes professional development through networking, seminars and conferences.

CCAA Vision

Our vision is professional excellence for Christian counsellors, serving God, the church and the wider community. CCAA Mission

CCAA registers professionally trained Christian counsellors and provides professional accountability. Specifically, CCAA achieves this by:

Registering Christian counsellors as Graduate or Clinical Members of CCAA
Regulating high standards of ongoing professi

onal development, supervision, and accountability to the CCAA Code of Ethics
Promoting professional development and networking through National and State Conferences, seminars, workshops and local meetings, with a focus on integrating faith and practice
Providing advice and a network of support for Members and Associates of CCAA
Raising the professional credibility of counsellors through Membership of PACFA, the Psychotherapy and Counsellors Association of Australia, our registering umbrella organisation
Partnering with the church, pastoral counsellors, people in ministry and educators in Christian counselling, and encouraging members to pursue academic research in areas unique to Christian counseling
Connecting people of all levels of interest in Christian counselling, through state and national newsletters, the CCAA eNews and the CCAA website

17/06/2026

Strength isn’t Silence

Men’s Health Week is a reminder that strength is not measured by how much we carry alone.

Many men face pressure to stay silent, stay strong, or “push through” challenges without support. But real strength is found in honesty, connection, and the courage to speak up.

At the Christian Counsellors Association of Australia, we believe every man is created with worth, dignity, and the need for supportive relationships—spiritually, emotionally, and practically.

If you’re struggling, you are not meant to do it alone. Reaching out is not weakness—it’s wisdom.

Let’s normalise conversations about mental health, faith, and wellbeing for men in every stage of life.

World Refugee Week 2026A Million Stories. Every Story Matters.This Refugee Week, we reflect on the theme A Million Stori...
15/06/2026

World Refugee Week 2026
A Million Stories. Every Story Matters.

This Refugee Week, we reflect on the theme A Million Stories.

Every person who has sought refuge carries a unique story—of loss and hope, challenge and courage, grief and resilience. These stories deserve to be heard with compassion, dignity, and respect.

As Christian counsellors, we recognise the importance of creating safe spaces where people can share their experiences, process their journeys, and find support without judgement.

Our faith reminds us that every person is created in the image of God and has inherent worth and value. Through listening, understanding, and compassionate care, we can help foster connection, healing, and belonging within our communities.

This Refugee Week, we honour the strength and contributions of people from refugee backgrounds and acknowledge the many stories that continue to shape Australia.

CCAA Professional DevelopmentSafety Stories: A Trauma Restorying ApproachHow do we help clients move beyond trauma witho...
12/06/2026

CCAA Professional Development
Safety Stories: A Trauma Restorying Approach

How do we help clients move beyond trauma without minimising their experiences?

Join us for this two-day CCAA Professional Development event exploring the Safety Stories Trauma Restorying Approach. This training will equip counsellors with practical frameworks and insights to help clients identify strengths, foster safety, and develop alternative stories that promote healing and growth.

Whether you regularly work with trauma presentations or are looking to deepen your therapeutic toolkit, this PD offers valuable approaches to support meaningful and sustainable change.

📅 Day One: 20 June
📅 Day Two: 4 July
📍 Online

Learn alongside fellow practitioners and expand your confidence in trauma-informed counselling practice.

Visit https://ccaa.net.au/professional-development-events/ for PD and registration details.

10/06/2026

Did You Know CCAA Is Entirely Volunteer-Run?

Meet Suzanne Bocking, CCAA's new Volunteer Engagement Coordinator.

Like many members, Suzanne was surprised to discover that CCAA is run entirely by volunteers. Every event, initiative, committee, and member service exists because people generously contribute their time, skills, and experience to support our profession and community.

In this reel, Suzanne shares why she decided to get involved—and how you can too.

If you've ever wondered how you might contribute to the future of CCAA, we'd love to hear from you.

Learn more about the people behind CCAA and how our Association serves members:
ccaa.net.au/meet-the-team

How do we remain grounded when life feels uncertain?Join us tomorrow for "Therapy in Times of Uncertainty" with Gabriell...
08/06/2026

How do we remain grounded when life feels uncertain?

Join us tomorrow for "Therapy in Times of Uncertainty" with Gabrielle Enright as we explore practical and reflective ways to support both ourselves and our clients through seasons of change, challenge, and the unexpected.

Drawing on lived experience, wellbeing frameworks, and parts-based approaches, this workshop offers valuable insights for counsellors seeking to strengthen resilience and deepen their practice.

📍 Face-to-face and online
📅 9 June
🎥 Recording available

Places are still available – register today.

“Can you recommend a good counsellor?”It’s a question that often pops up — in community groups, messages, and conversati...
04/06/2026

“Can you recommend a good counsellor?”

It’s a question that often pops up — in community groups, messages, and conversations with friends.

When you’re looking for support, knowing where to start matters.

CCAA’s Find a Counsellor search helps connect people with qualified Christian counsellors across Australia, based on their needs, location, and preferences.

Because finding the right support should feel a little easier.

Explore the Find a Counsellor search engine >> https://ccaa.net.au/

Uncertainty affects more than our clients.As practitioners, we’re also navigating rapid change, emotional fatigue, insta...
03/06/2026

Uncertainty affects more than our clients.

As practitioners, we’re also navigating rapid change, emotional fatigue, instability, and the unexpected — personally and professionally.

This upcoming CCAA professional development workshop explores how we can support both ourselves and our clients in seasons of uncertainty using wellbeing, lived experience, and parts-based approaches.

📍 Face-to-face + online
📅 9 June 2026
🎥 Recorded access available

Presented by Gabrielle Enright.

Find our more & register >> https://ccaa.net.au/professional-development-events/

02/06/2026

Sometimes God’s guidance is not a single moment, but a faithful unfolding 🌱 🌿 🌾

Meet Coralie. Her journey into counselling wasn’t instant or straightforward—but it was marked by quiet conviction, faithful steps, and God’s steady guidance along the way.

Be attentive. Be patient. Trust the process.

Looking for a counsellor can feel overwhelming — especially when you don’t know where to start.CCAA’s updated Find a Cou...
29/05/2026

Looking for a counsellor can feel overwhelming — especially when you don’t know where to start.

CCAA’s updated Find a Counsellor search makes it easier to connect with qualified Christian counsellors across Australia.

You can search by:
• location
• areas of support
• counselling type
• online availability
…and more.

Whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your relationship, your family, or someone you care about, finding the right fit matters.

Explore the updated Find a Counsellor search >> https://ccaa.net.au/

27/05/2026

How is CCAA supporting Rachel through her counselling journey? 💭 👣 🫱🏻‍🫲🏾

"...it's been great to become part of a network...it's really great not to feel alone, to be part of a group - people who are Christians who are counselling and looking to be supportive of each other."

Address

2 Clegg Road Mount Evelyn VIC
Mount Evelyn, VIC
3796

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61870992277

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