FAS – Financial Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive support for victims of crime

We provide a safe, compassionate space for individuals affected by crime, helping them regain stability, rebuild trust, and feel supported as they move forward.

Our victims of crime support goes beyond therapy

Extensive experience supporting victims of crime

For over 15 years, our practitioners have supported individuals impacted by crime – helping them feel safe, heard, and supported throughout their recovery.

Research-informed care

Support after a traumatic event requires care and a delicate and considered approach. Our team draws on the latest research and evidence-based strategies to guide and tailor each person’s care.

Support through the Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)

We are experienced in working with individuals accessing support through Victoria’s new Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS), which has replaced VOCAT for new applications. Our practitioners continue to support clients funded under both FAS and existing VOCAT arrangements—ensuring you can access care without additional financial pressure.

Court-related support

Some of our psychologists have clinical and forensic backgrounds, and are experienced in providing reports or therapeutic support related to legal processes.

Personalised support for recovery and reconnection

We understand that each person’s experience of crime is unique. Our goal is to support individuals in restoring a sense of safety, stability, and peace in their lives.

Acute stress reactions

Receive support for the immediate emotional and physiological impacts of a traumatic event—such as shock, hypervigilance, or disrupted sleep.

Post-traumatic stress

Be guided through the longer-term impacts of trauma, including PTSD, using evidence-based approaches like EMDR and trauma-informed care.

Adjustment challenges

Reclaim a sense of control and confidence as you adapt to life following a distressing or destabilising experience.

Loss, grief and trauma

Find a safe space to process complex emotions, work through grief, and begin to re-engage meaningfully with your daily life.

We help individuals apply for funding for psychological services

Victims of crime shouldn’t have to face added financial burden. We can assist you in applying for funding to access the psychological care you need.

Initial funding

We support eligible individuals in applying for financial assistance through the Victorian Government’s Financial Assistance Scheme (formerly VOCAT) for psychological services.

Further funding

If additional sessions are needed, we can help you prepare and submit requests for continued support—so your care is never interrupted.

We’re here to support you to rebuild your sense of safety. Reach out today to take the next step in your recovery.