If cocaine has become more of a habit than you intended, or you’re concerned about someone close to you, you don’t have to keep it to yourself. Holyoake provides free, confidential counselling for cocaine addiction across Perth and regional Western Australia. No referral. No judgement. Whenever you’re ready.
For: Adults
Available in: North East Metro Perth Metro Wheatbelt
At Holyoake, we believe there’s always a way forward. Our drug counselling for cocaine addiction is built on the Holyoake Approach, a person-centred, evidence-based model that treats you as a whole person, not a diagnosis.
Cocaine use can look different from person to person. For some, it starts socially and gradually becomes more frequent. For others, it becomes a way of coping with pressure at work, stress or difficult feelings. Many people we support are still working and managing day to day, but feel their use is starting to cost more than it gives.
Our counsellors look at the whole picture, including your relationships, your mental health, your history and what you want for yourself. We’re trained in trauma-informed care and harm minimisation, so you’ll be met with respect and privacy, never labels.
Cocaine use can be closely linked with alcohol use, anxiety and low mood. As one of the few WA organisations offering integrated alcohol, other drug (AOD) and mental health support under one roof, we can support all of these together (sometimes called dual diagnosis or comorbidity).
Getting started is discreet and straightforward. There’s no referral needed, no lengthy waitlist process and no paperwork hurdle to clear first.
We’ll begin with a confidential conversation about what’s going on for you. Your counsellor will then work with you on a plan that suits your goals, your schedule and your circumstances, with sessions that can fit around work and family life.
Support can start, pause and return at any time. You’re in control.
In this video, Michael shares his experience of coming to Holyoake for support and the difference it made in his life. His story is a reminder that asking for help can be the first step towards hope, confidence and positive change.
You don’t need to hit a crisis point to ask for help. If cocaine is affecting your health, your finances, your relationships or how you feel about yourself, that’s enough reason to talk to someone.
Some signs that professional support might help include:
According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, around 1 million Australians (4.5% of people aged 14 and over) used cocaine in the past 12 months, making it the second most commonly used illicit drug in the country. In Western Australia, the figure was 3.2%. If you’re concerned about your use, you’re not alone, and asking for support is a sign of strength.
Your first appointment is a private, confidential conversation. There’s no pressure to explain everything straight away, and you won’t be judged for where you’re at.
Your counsellor will ask about what’s been happening, what’s important to you and what you’d like to change. You don’t need to bring any documents, and you don’t need to have decided whether you want to cut back or stop using cocaine.
We’ve been supporting Western Australians impacted by alcohol and other drugs since 1975. A few things that set us apart:
We also offer AOD counselling, alcohol counselling, mental health services, young people’s programs and our parents program if you or someone you know needs support in other areas – Browse all services and programs here.
Holyoake has physical locations across Perth and regional WA:
Telehealth is available statewide, including for people in the Wheatbelt, Kimberley, Goldfields, Midwest, South West and Great Southern regions.
We are committed to culturally safe services. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, our services are designed to be respectful and responsive to your needs and background.
Yes. All of Holyoake’s counselling services are free. There are no session fees, no Medicare requirements, and no referral needed to get started.
Yes. You don’t need to wait until things fall apart. Many people seek support while still working, studying or caring for family, and phone or video sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into your week.
It varies from person to person. Some people benefit from a short block of sessions, while others prefer support over a longer period. There’s no fixed timeline, and you can start, pause or return whenever suits you.
Yes. Telehealth sessions by phone or video are available across WA. What you share stays confidential, and we won’t contact your workplace or family without your consent.
Our counsellors use evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing and acceptance and commitment therapy. Together, you can explore what drives your use and build practical strategies for managing cravings and high-risk situations.
Yes. If someone you care about is using cocaine in ways that worry you, we’re here for you too. Our drug counselling services extend to families, partners and carers.
We work with justice-involved clients and accept referrals from court diversion programs. If WA Police have issued you with an Other Drug Intervention Requirement, you can complete your three counselling sessions at any Holyoake location.
Yes, and it doesn’t mean you’ve failed. Social situations, stress and alcohol can all be triggers. Your counsellor can help you plan for these moments, and we’re here to help you find your way forward again.
Call us on (08) 9416 4444 or contact us online.
If you need immediate support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467, available 24/7.
For further information on mental health in Australia, visit the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare or Beyond Blue.
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