Arise Counselling &
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (07) 3608 1941

Life can change in ways that leave you feeling unsettled, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you are becoming. You may be navigating changing relationships, unmet expectations, shifting identities, migration, faith transitions, betrayal, or realising that life has not unfolded the way you hoped. I support women navigating accumulated grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I also work with ministry leaders, pastors, chaplains, and those in caring roles who may be carrying the emotional and spiritual weight of supporting others while neglecting their own wellbeing.
My approach is person-centred, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based counselling practices. Together, we create a safe space to process loss, make sense of change, strengthen coping strategies, and move toward greater clarity, confidence, and hope. Faith can be integrated into counselling if desired.
Reaching out for support can feel daunting, especially when you're used to carrying everything on your own. You don't have to navigate this season alone. Whether you're facing grief, transition, anxiety, or uncertainty about what comes next, I offer a supportive space where you can be heard, understood, and gently guided forward.
Call or Email Arise Counselling & Wellness now for a free 15 minute consultation - (07) 3608 1941
Let's Connect (07) 3608 1941

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $90
- Couple Sessions $140
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer
Arise Counselling & Wellness
Counsellor, ACA-L1
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Marlene Van Luik
- In Practice for 1 year
- Counselling, Graduated 2026
- Diploma from Alphacrucis - Diploma of Chaplaincy 2021
- Diploma from Alphacrucis - Diploma of Ministry 2022
Counsellor: Marlene Van Luik
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Arise Counselling & Wellness
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (07) 3608 1941
Expertise and Interests
Practice Areas
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Spirituality
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Arise Counselling & Wellness
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (07) 3608 1941
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
I also speak
Afrikaans
Religion
Christian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
I also speak
Afrikaans
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Christian Counselling
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Person-Centred
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Arise Counselling & Wellness
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (07) 3608 1941