Straight and Narrow Counselling Service
Straight and Narrow Counselling Service
Understanding Behaviour.
Creating Change.
Straight and Narrow Counselling Service provides specialist counselling and behavioural change services for adults experiencing challenges related to alcohol and other drug use, addictive and compulsive behaviours, aggression and harmful behaviour, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, and patterns of behaviour that impact health, relationships, employment or community safety.
Through evidence-informed therapeutic interventions and practical skill development, we support individuals to understand the factors influencing their behaviour, strengthen their capacity for positive behavioural choice, and build the foundations for meaningful and lasting change.
Who We Help
At Straight and Narrow Counselling Service, we support adults from a wide range of backgrounds through counselling, behavioural change programs, and ongoing therapeutic support.
Individuals
Seeking support for alcohol and other drug use, addictive behaviours, emotional regulation, or other behavioural concerns.
Families
Looking for guidance, support, or pathways to help a loved one experiencing behavioural or substance use challenges.
Employers
Supporting employees through workplace behavioural concerns, return-to-work programs, and alcohol and other drug interventions.
Legal Representatives
Providing counselling, behavioural change programs, clinical assessments, and professional reports for legal matters.
Community Corrections
Delivering structured behavioural interventions and ongoing support for individuals under supervision.
Correctional & Immigration Detention Services
Providing evidence-informed counselling and behavioural change programs within correctional and immigration detention settings.
Health Professionals
Working collaboratively with general practitioners, psychologists, psychiatrists, alcohol and other drug services, and other treating professionals.
Government & Community Organisations
Partnering with agencies and organisations to provide counselling, behavioural change programs, and coordinated support.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
BEHAVIOURAL CHANGE BEGINS WITH UNDERSTANDING
At Straight and Narrow Counselling Service, we believe lasting behavioural change begins with understanding the factors that influence it. Our approach integrates evidence-informed practice, structured behavioural interventions, and person-centred care to help individuals develop insight, strengthen personal accountability, and build practical skills that support meaningful, lasting change. We work collaboratively with each individual to promote self-awareness, informed decision-making, and behaviours that align with their values and long-term goals.
Develop insight into the factors influencing your thoughts, emotions, decisions, and behaviours through evidence-informed therapeutic practice.
Understand
Strengthen
Build practical skills in emotional regulation, decision-making, communication, accountability, and values-aligned living.
HOW WE WORK
A Structured Approach to Behavioural Change
Apply these skills in everyday life to support meaningful behavioural change, healthier relationships, and long-term behavioural stability.
Sustain
POWER IN CHANGE®
Helping People Understand Behaviour Before They Can Change It
Power in Change® is the flagship behavioural change program developed by Straight and Narrow Counselling Service. Through structured learning, guided reflection, individual counselling, and practical skill development, the program supports participants to understand the factors influencing behaviour, strengthen healthier patterns of thinking and responding, and apply positive change beyond the program.
Evidence-Informed
Grounded in established behavioural science and therapeutic practice.
Structured
A clear framework that supports insight, accountability, and practical skill development.
Outcome-Focused
Designed to help participants achieve sustainable behavioural change and long-term stability.