Getting on the Same Page with Family
When you’re using Alcohol or Other Drugs, communication within the family can quickly become strained. Conversations may turn emotional, shut down entirely, or feel like they go in circles. Single Session Family Consultation (SSFC) offers a simple, supportive way to bring you and their loved ones back into conversation – without pressure or judgment.
Delivered over the phone by the trained and trusted staff at YoDAA, SSFC is a free & optional service designed to help families improve understanding and move forward together.
What is it?
Single Session Family Consultation is a one-time guided conversation between a young person and the people who matter to them (more sessions are possible if needed). A skilled Youth AOD worker helps everyone communicate clearly, hear each other out, and identify practical next steps. It’s not about fixing everything in one call—it’s about creating clarity and reducing conflict.
Why Over The Phone?
- Easier access – No travel, no formal setting—just a phone call from a comfortable space.
- Lower Stress – Talking remotely can help everyone feel calmer and more open
- Flexible: Family members can join from different locations
How Will SSFC Help?
- Young people feel heard and respected
- Families gain shared understanding
- Everyone leaves with clearer options for what comes next
YoDAA can provide a neutral, confidential space led by professionals who understand the challenges families face. Their role is to support healthier communication—not to judge or take sides. Sometimes one good conversation is enough to shift things in a better direction.
Free over-the-phone SSFC can be a practical first step toward getting your family on the same page. Call 1800 458 685 to discuss this with our team.
SSFC offers a simple, supportive way to bring you and your loved ones back into conversation – without pressure or judgment.
Get help now
YoDAA is a free and confidential online and phone service that offers supports to young people, families and professionals. You can contact 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday.
