The short answer is no. However it is important to know that most counsellors simply charge less in order to make themselves comparable to the fees of psychologists - a profession that is covered by Medicare. Generally speaking you will pay the same amount (after Medicare rebate) to see a counsellor or a psychologist. Of course if you are seeking marriage or relationship counselling, it would be preferable to see someone who specialises in relationships, and most commonly that will be a counsellor not a psychologist. Finding the right relationship counsellor is key.