National Counsellors Day

27 October 2026 marks the inaugural National Counsellors Day, an opportunity to acknowledge the important role that counsellors play in our communities and across the mental health sector. Every day, counsellors provide individuals with safe, non-judgemental spaces to explore their challenges and achieve positive outcomes.

This year’s theme ‘Recognising Real impact: Supporting Australians to Thrive’ asks us to acknowledge the everyday difference that counsellors are making in Australia.

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How to get involved

Help us raise awareness, reduce the stigma surrounding mental health support, and celebrate the vital role counsellors play in helping individuals and communities thrive.

Learn more about what counselling and psychotherapy are and how they can help.

Recognise and thank a counsellor by submitting a video, or letter to our online form.

Read stories of impact and share your own.

Access and share campaign resources.

Learn more

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers

  • National Counsellors Day is an opportunity to acknowledge the important role that Counsellors play in our communities and the mental health sector. Counsellors provide individuals with a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their feelings and challenges, with support that is tailored to their needs and circumstances. They offer essential mental health support and play a vital role in early-intervention care.

  • 2026 Theme: Recognising Real Impact: Supporting Australians to Thrive

    The inaugural National Counsellors Day’s theme highlights the core components of counselling, real impact on real Australians. It is reflective of the profound and measurable affect counsellors have in our communities and the meaningful difference their work makes in everyday Australian lives.

  • 27 October 2026

    • Learn more about what counselling and psychotherapy are and how they can help

    • Recognise and thank a counsellor

    • Read stories of impact or share your own

    • Have more open conversations about mental health and seeking support

    • Access and share campaign resources

  • Navigate to our Contact page and upload your story, images, etc. and get featured on our social media.

  • Email us at events@theaca.net.au