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Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
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Dr Karin du Plessis

Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2

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4 Endorsed
622 Lygon Street, Carlton North, VIC 3054
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Are you frustrated about not feeling heard or understood by your partner?  Do you feel as if you are living with a roommate instead of a lover? Do you feel like you are constantly arguing and not able to see the good in each other? Do you compare your relationship to other happier couples and feel you fall short? Many couples want a safe space to talk through their issues with an experienced professional, and a clear plan for how to navigate back to closeness, warmth and understanding. I also see couples for pre-marital counselling, and specific problems such as sexual difficulties, unfaithfulness, money, in-laws and parenting.
Many couples enjoy the structured approach of the Gottman Method which also allows us to go to deeper emotional issues. My clients describe me as warm, non-judgmental, fair, equal and professional. If you are reading this, there is still hope and a part of you that wants to save your relationship and strengthen your connection.
You may have tried many times to make changes and nothing has worked, or you feel it can work even better. We can overcome this in the safe space of couples counselling where you can talk this through with a neutral third party. I also offer a free 15-minute phone consult to see if we are a good fit.
Dr Karin du Plessis now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lygon Therapy

622 Lygon Street

Carlton North, VIC 3054 map
Specialising in Couples Counselling (Gottman Method). In-person (Saturdays) and online (Sundays/Mondays).
I focus on Couples Counselling, Marital and Premarital and Clinical Supervision 
I see couples  
Welcome to Relationships Squared where I use the evidence-based Gottman Method to transform your relationship to one of stronger connection.
Dr Karin du Plessis
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lygon Therapy

622 Lygon Street

Carlton North, VIC 3054 map
Specialising in Couples Counselling (Gottman Method). In-person (Saturdays) and online (Sundays/Mondays).
I focus on Couples Counselling, Marital and Premarital and Clinical Supervision 
I see couples  
Welcome to Relationships Squared where I use the evidence-based Gottman Method to transform your relationship to one of stronger connection.
Dr Karin du Plessis

Finances

Fees

  • Couple Sessions $235

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
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Private pay only.
Photo of Dr Karin du Plessis, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Private pay only.
Photo of Dr Karin du Plessis, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Dr Karin du Plessis

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Dipl(Couns), PhD (Psych), Gottman Method (Level 3), PhD, Graduated 2002

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Australian Counselling Association Level 2 Member
  • Degree/Diploma from Massey University in Psychology (PhD) PhD (Psychology) / 2002
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Gottman Method Level 3, Diploma in Counselling, B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. in Psychology which focused on couples' conflict and attachment.
Photo of Dr Karin du Plessis, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Gottman Method Level 3, Diploma in Counselling, B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. in Psychology which focused on couples' conflict and attachment.
Photo of Dr Karin du Plessis, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Couples Counselling
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Clinical Supervision

Practice Areas

  • Bisexual
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
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I specialise in working with couples who are struggling to communicate, have high/unresolved conflict and feel disconnected. During our initial sessions, we will do a thorough assessment of your relationship challenges and strengths. This will help us develop a clear plan, which together with in-session work and homework will shift things to feeling more connected, in-tune, warm and at ease.
Photo of Dr Karin du Plessis, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I specialise in working with couples who are struggling to communicate, have high/unresolved conflict and feel disconnected. During our initial sessions, we will do a thorough assessment of your relationship challenges and strengths. This will help us develop a clear plan, which together with in-session work and homework will shift things to feeling more connected, in-tune, warm and at ease.
Photo of Dr Karin du Plessis, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

4 Endorsements

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Counsellor, ACA-L2
I highly recommend Karin for couples counselling. She brings a depth of knowledge to her work to help couples achieve their goals and support them in their journey toward the outcome they are seeking. Karin is a very affable and empathetic person.
Emma Austin
Emma Austin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Karin is a skilled, warm & approachable couples counsellor. Many of my clients see Karin with their partners and have found her sessions to be very beneficial. I highly recommend her.
Kate Barber
Kate Barber
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Karin is a highly respected therapist who provides compassion, care and understanding to her clients. She provides a respectful and comfortable space that encourages her clients to explore their concerns and possibilities with moving forward.
Duda Baldwin
Duda Baldwin
Counsellor, ACA-L2
I would highly recommend Karin for relationship counselling in the Melbourne area and Australia wide online. She's experienced in working with couples using the Gottman method.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Couples

I also speak

Afrikaans

Age

Adults

Participants

Couples

I also speak

Afrikaans

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Interpersonal
  • Relational
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Gottman Method (Level 3)
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Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Gottman Method (Level 3)
Photo of Dr Karin du Plessis, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Lygon Therapy

622 Lygon Street

Carlton North, VIC 3054

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

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Specialising in Couples Counselling (Gottman Method). In-person (Saturdays) and online (Sundays/Mondays).
Photo of Dr Karin du Plessis, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
"
Specialising in Couples Counselling (Gottman Method). In-person (Saturdays) and online (Sundays/Mondays).
Photo of Dr Karin du Plessis, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Dr Karin du Plessis
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2