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Carolyn Burns
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barwon Heads, VIC 3227
In person & Telehealth counselling for couples & individuals - also offering an approved pre-marital counselling program.
Relationship Counselling - appointments now available face-2-face or online. Does your relationship need renovating? Would you like more intimacy, understanding & appreciation? Perhaps you’re grieving the loss of a once happy relationship & wondering how to get 'back on track'. Carolyn's specialised training in relationship counselling & 'lived experience' has helped many couples revitalise & strengthen their relational bond. She offers evidenced-based methods within a deeply caring, empathic & safe space. It's challenging making that 'first step' to ask for support, but relationship distress is common & help within reach.
In person & Telehealth counselling for couples & individuals - also offering an approved pre-marital counselling program.
Relationship Counselling - appointments now available face-2-face or online. Does your relationship need renovating? Would you like more intimacy, understanding & appreciation? Perhaps you’re grieving the loss of a once happy relationship & wondering how to get 'back on track'. Carolyn's specialised training in relationship counselling & 'lived experience' has helped many couples revitalise & strengthen their relational bond. She offers evidenced-based methods within a deeply caring, empathic & safe space. It's challenging making that 'first step' to ask for support, but relationship distress is common & help within reach.
(03) 6144 6038 View (03) 6144 6038
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Meet Ur Therapy | Bilingual Psychological Services
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Clayton, VIC 3168
I have accumulated with excessive clinical experience and training to work with individuals with rich and diverse cultural experiences and ethnical backgrounds to cope with a wide range of mental health issues and couples facing relationship and marital issues.
I am a licensed Counselling Psychologist from Taiwan and based in Australia, Prior to settling in Australia, I had been working as a therapist in the United States and Taiwan for 10 years after earning my master’s degree.
I have accumulated with excessive clinical experience and training to work with individuals with rich and diverse cultural experiences and ethnical backgrounds to cope with a wide range of mental health issues and couples facing relationship and marital issues.
I am a licensed Counselling Psychologist from Taiwan and based in Australia, Prior to settling in Australia, I had been working as a therapist in the United States and Taiwan for 10 years after earning my master’s degree.
(07) 3179 6972 View (07) 3179 6972
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Psychotherapy for High Functioning Adults/Couples
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, VIC 3000
If you're looking to find more joy and peace, or to bring back life in your marriage/relationship or if you just want to find a way to live the best version of you, I'd love to help.
Are you doing reasonably well in your professional world, but your personal life is in shambles? Have you done everything you thought you should do to bring you happiness, yet somehow feel something is amiss? Are you surrounded by people regularly, yet feel lonelier than ever? Or do you go from relationship to relationship, yet can never feel safe enough to deepen with the one? Have you gone down the self-help track, yet somehow feel disconnected from life? Do you feel hesitant to see a therapist, because you feel like you shouldn't have problems? Sound familiar? You're not alone. I've been there too and would love to support you.
If you're looking to find more joy and peace, or to bring back life in your marriage/relationship or if you just want to find a way to live the best version of you, I'd love to help.
Are you doing reasonably well in your professional world, but your personal life is in shambles? Have you done everything you thought you should do to bring you happiness, yet somehow feel something is amiss? Are you surrounded by people regularly, yet feel lonelier than ever? Or do you go from relationship to relationship, yet can never feel safe enough to deepen with the one? Have you gone down the self-help track, yet somehow feel disconnected from life? Do you feel hesitant to see a therapist, because you feel like you shouldn't have problems? Sound familiar? You're not alone. I've been there too and would love to support you.
(03) 8797 2621 View (03) 8797 2621
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Dr Zahra Noori
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Maribyrnong, VIC 3032
Dr Zahra is a psychologist working in both the private and public sector in Victoria. She works with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety in its many forms (e.g., generalised anxiety, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder), marriage and relationship issues, stress, anger, life transitions, loss and adjustment, just to name a few.
Dr Zahra is a psychologist working in both the private and public sector in Victoria. She works with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety in its many forms (e.g., generalised anxiety, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder), marriage and relationship issues, stress, anger, life transitions, loss and adjustment, just to name a few.
(03) 9068 6205 View (03) 9068 6205
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Alyona Cerfontyne
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Mornington, VIC 3931
Marital/relationship issues (marriage/couples counselling) 2.
I help couples and individuals re-discover their relationships and build stronger connections that bring joy and fulfilment. Instead of simply talking about issues you are dealing with, we will learn practical, effective communication tools that can transform your conversations and help you break through gridlocked issues. And if you feel disconnected from your partner, we will use research-based methods of strengthening your connection so that you can feel closer again.
Marital/relationship issues (marriage/couples counselling) 2.
I help couples and individuals re-discover their relationships and build stronger connections that bring joy and fulfilment. Instead of simply talking about issues you are dealing with, we will learn practical, effective communication tools that can transform your conversations and help you break through gridlocked issues. And if you feel disconnected from your partner, we will use research-based methods of strengthening your connection so that you can feel closer again.
(08) 9126 9144 View (08) 9126 9144
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Michelle Ottey
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Doreen, VIC 3754  (Online Only)
I use a collaborative approach to treat a range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety-related disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, sleep disorders, trauma-related disorders, and many more. I am also here to support you through life’s challenges such grief and loss, relationship and marital problems, parenting challenges and living with the impact of chronic health conditions. With expertise in childhood trauma, I bring a strong attachment focus to therapy. I am committed to helping you better understand yourself and how you relate to others, to uncover the patterns that get in the way of your well-being.
I use a collaborative approach to treat a range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety-related disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, sleep disorders, trauma-related disorders, and many more. I am also here to support you through life’s challenges such grief and loss, relationship and marital problems, parenting challenges and living with the impact of chronic health conditions. With expertise in childhood trauma, I bring a strong attachment focus to therapy. I am committed to helping you better understand yourself and how you relate to others, to uncover the patterns that get in the way of your well-being.
(03) 8104 9534 View (03) 8104 9534
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Remoun S Abdou
Counsellor, MA, AACBT
Verified Verified
Nunawading, VIC 3131
You Can Make Positive Changes in Your Life or Work! Are you troubled by anxiety or low mood? Having difficulty with your relationships? Dissatisfied with your job but don’t know what to do? I am an accredited Counsellor who specialises in disadvantaged clients, disabled clients, adolescents, drug and alcohol, relationship and conflict, abused clients, addictions, mental health issues, grief and loss, acquired brain injury, marriage and financial issues. I am a specialist that offers counselling to support healing and recovery from refugee trauma.
You Can Make Positive Changes in Your Life or Work! Are you troubled by anxiety or low mood? Having difficulty with your relationships? Dissatisfied with your job but don’t know what to do? I am an accredited Counsellor who specialises in disadvantaged clients, disabled clients, adolescents, drug and alcohol, relationship and conflict, abused clients, addictions, mental health issues, grief and loss, acquired brain injury, marriage and financial issues. I am a specialist that offers counselling to support healing and recovery from refugee trauma.
(03) 5905 7088 View (03) 5905 7088
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Touraj Afshar
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Templestowe, VIC 3106
Touraj is bilingual (English & Farsi) and the founder of Yarra Holistic Healing Centre in Melbourne. For over two decades, Touraj has been providing psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, EFT, Family and Couples and Marriage consultations at his centre. Touraj can provide the support you need to eliminate unwanted behaviour and unhealthy feelings in order to achieve your goals. He will offer a 30-minute complimentary consultation so you can decide if he is the right therapist for you. He has presented workshops on a variety of topics including ‘How to Improve Relationships' and ‘Understanding and managing psychological trauma’.
Touraj is bilingual (English & Farsi) and the founder of Yarra Holistic Healing Centre in Melbourne. For over two decades, Touraj has been providing psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, EFT, Family and Couples and Marriage consultations at his centre. Touraj can provide the support you need to eliminate unwanted behaviour and unhealthy feelings in order to achieve your goals. He will offer a 30-minute complimentary consultation so you can decide if he is the right therapist for you. He has presented workshops on a variety of topics including ‘How to Improve Relationships' and ‘Understanding and managing psychological trauma’.
(03) 8400 0664 View (03) 8400 0664
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Wangui Manini
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000  (Online Only)
I work with adults at all stages of life helping them to navigate through complex life issues due to trauma, relationship issues - courtship and break up; marriage, transition into mature lifestyle living, domestic and family violence, sexual assault, depression and anxiety, racial difficulties and interpersonal relationships in families and teams. I am well versed in diversity and multiculturalism.
I work with adults at all stages of life helping them to navigate through complex life issues due to trauma, relationship issues - courtship and break up; marriage, transition into mature lifestyle living, domestic and family violence, sexual assault, depression and anxiety, racial difficulties and interpersonal relationships in families and teams. I am well versed in diversity and multiculturalism.
(03) 7303 3947 View (03) 7303 3947
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Yuying Zhao (Chinese - English)
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burwood East, VIC 3151
She is a Gottman marriage counsellor and AAFT professional family therapist as well.
I am a Chinese-speaking psychotherapist, most private insurance accepted. I work with teenagers, adults, couples, and families to overcome issues related to psychological concerns, emotional disorders, personal development, relationship conflicts, and parenting skills. 澳洲注册心理咨询师、婚姻伴侣咨询师, 以及催眠治疗师。服务青少年及成人的各种情绪障碍,心理不适,创伤疗愈和情感关系问题,接受线上和线下咨询。
She is a Gottman marriage counsellor and AAFT professional family therapist as well.
I am a Chinese-speaking psychotherapist, most private insurance accepted. I work with teenagers, adults, couples, and families to overcome issues related to psychological concerns, emotional disorders, personal development, relationship conflicts, and parenting skills. 澳洲注册心理咨询师、婚姻伴侣咨询师, 以及催眠治疗师。服务青少年及成人的各种情绪障碍,心理不适,创伤疗愈和情感关系问题,接受线上和线下咨询。
(03) 7500 5843 View (03) 7500 5843
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Newday Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Rosebud, VIC 3939
I am a caring and supportive therapist with whom you can trust in your time of need. I studied at the Australian Institute of Family and Individual Counselling, a member of the Australian Counsellors Association (ACA) and the Couples Institute (USA). I hold an Advanced Diploma in Individual and Family Counselling, an accredited CAP Money Coach and an accredited Prepare and Enrich pre-marriage and marriage counsellor.
I am a caring and supportive therapist with whom you can trust in your time of need. I studied at the Australian Institute of Family and Individual Counselling, a member of the Australian Counsellors Association (ACA) and the Couples Institute (USA). I hold an Advanced Diploma in Individual and Family Counselling, an accredited CAP Money Coach and an accredited Prepare and Enrich pre-marriage and marriage counsellor.
(03) 5905 9981 View (03) 5905 9981
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Shagoon Maurya
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
I support individuals who are struggling with a range of life challenges. This may be a situational issue or more ongoing challenges in life where you have notice repeated patterns. This could be things like struggling with mental health, emotional overwhelm, stress, relational issues or breakdown, life transition, work or study pressure, substance misuse, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and childhood trauma. I also support adults experiencing relationship/marriage and family problems. It is not uncommon to feel apprehensive about engaging in therapy even though it can be very beneficial in many ways.
I support individuals who are struggling with a range of life challenges. This may be a situational issue or more ongoing challenges in life where you have notice repeated patterns. This could be things like struggling with mental health, emotional overwhelm, stress, relational issues or breakdown, life transition, work or study pressure, substance misuse, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and childhood trauma. I also support adults experiencing relationship/marriage and family problems. It is not uncommon to feel apprehensive about engaging in therapy even though it can be very beneficial in many ways.
(08) 7079 4465 View (08) 7079 4465
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Carla's Realignments
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, VIC 3000  (Online Only)
Want 50% off your 1st Counselling Call? Hi! I’m Carla! An ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider, Parent Support Worker and Women’s Counsellor for 14 years. Whether diagnosed or undiagnosed, I help Adults with ADHD or parents of Neurodivergent Children to learn practical skills on dealing with daily challenges. I’m also the Author of 5 personal development Books, with a background in Professional Counselling, Parenting Support, Marriage and Relationship Counselling, Dysfunctional family Counselling, Women’s Psychotherapy, Birthing Assistance and Breastfeeding Counselling.
Want 50% off your 1st Counselling Call? Hi! I’m Carla! An ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider, Parent Support Worker and Women’s Counsellor for 14 years. Whether diagnosed or undiagnosed, I help Adults with ADHD or parents of Neurodivergent Children to learn practical skills on dealing with daily challenges. I’m also the Author of 5 personal development Books, with a background in Professional Counselling, Parenting Support, Marriage and Relationship Counselling, Dysfunctional family Counselling, Women’s Psychotherapy, Birthing Assistance and Breastfeeding Counselling.
(08) 6147 0003 View (08) 6147 0003
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Derek Boylen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Hi, I'm a practicing counsellor, as well as a lecturer in the Discipline of Counselling with the University of Notre Dame, Australia and Director of the Centre for Life, Marriage and Family and agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth in Western Australia.
Hi, I'm a practicing counsellor, as well as a lecturer in the Discipline of Counselling with the University of Notre Dame, Australia and Director of the Centre for Life, Marriage and Family and agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth in Western Australia.
(08) 6490 9752 View (08) 6490 9752
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Sylvia Chen - Individual And Couples Counselling
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
I am a trauma-informed clinical counsellor, Somatic Experiencing practitioner, gong sound healer, breathwork facilitator that firmly believes in the value of human life. I have experience in a range of areas including marriage/relationship, anxiety and stress, trauma, depression, attachment, family of origin issues, parenting, grief & loss, personal growth & development, special need supports and chronic health related concerns. ​I am warm, caring and insightful. I am here to support your integration, and all of the various parts of your personality and being, into a balanced and joyful whole, made up of body, mind and soul.
I am a trauma-informed clinical counsellor, Somatic Experiencing practitioner, gong sound healer, breathwork facilitator that firmly believes in the value of human life. I have experience in a range of areas including marriage/relationship, anxiety and stress, trauma, depression, attachment, family of origin issues, parenting, grief & loss, personal growth & development, special need supports and chronic health related concerns. ​I am warm, caring and insightful. I am here to support your integration, and all of the various parts of your personality and being, into a balanced and joyful whole, made up of body, mind and soul.
(02) 8403 0049 View (02) 8403 0049
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Rania Ahmed
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydenham, VIC 3037
To make sense of the world we live in can be very hard. Join me in trying the untangle knots and opened locked doors to our truth and finding a more productive perspective on our stories.
To make sense of the world we live in can be very hard. Join me in trying the untangle knots and opened locked doors to our truth and finding a more productive perspective on our stories.
(03) 7303 3139 x048148 View (03) 7303 3139 x048148
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SHYNE Wellness - Poli
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malvern, VIC 3144
Poli is a multi-talented and committed Counsellor and Life Coach who is sincerely passionate about supporting her clients through their issues. Poli is a member of the Australian Counselling Association and International Coaching Federation and has assisted clients worldwide. She specialises in working with adolescents, couples, adults and families. Poli provides practical support that a client can use immediately to help them move forward in life.
Poli is a multi-talented and committed Counsellor and Life Coach who is sincerely passionate about supporting her clients through their issues. Poli is a member of the Australian Counselling Association and International Coaching Federation and has assisted clients worldwide. She specialises in working with adolescents, couples, adults and families. Poli provides practical support that a client can use immediately to help them move forward in life.
(03) 8595 4433 View (03) 8595 4433
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Jeffrey Thornton
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marong, VIC 3515
I believe that all people have the inherent ability and capacity to grow towards fulfilling their true potential, and that they are the experts on their own lives. My counselling approach aims to unlock and build on this expertise when people need a hand, and positively enhance relationships with self and important others
I believe that all people have the inherent ability and capacity to grow towards fulfilling their true potential, and that they are the experts on their own lives. My counselling approach aims to unlock and build on this expertise when people need a hand, and positively enhance relationships with self and important others
(03) 7303 3006 View (03) 7303 3006
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Marlee Greer
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Ringwood North, VIC 3134  (Online Only)
I offer online counselling and advocacy services for people who are LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, in diverse relationship structures or with complex health challenges or disability. I am committed to providing a space that is anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, fat-liberating, sex-positive, neurodiversity-affirming, disability justice-oriented, trauma-informed and anti-oppressive.
I offer online counselling and advocacy services for people who are LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, in diverse relationship structures or with complex health challenges or disability. I am committed to providing a space that is anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, fat-liberating, sex-positive, neurodiversity-affirming, disability justice-oriented, trauma-informed and anti-oppressive.
(03) 7037 6955 View (03) 7037 6955
Wendy Henriks
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Craigieburn, VIC 3064
A professional and dedicated psychologist working with children, adolescents, families and adults, with over fourteen years experience. Wendy is a client centred therapist who is trained in CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, IPT, play therapy, child parent relationship therapy, schema therapy, self compassion, Gottmans couples and more. She received Honours in psychology at Deakin University.
A professional and dedicated psychologist working with children, adolescents, families and adults, with over fourteen years experience. Wendy is a client centred therapist who is trained in CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, IPT, play therapy, child parent relationship therapy, schema therapy, self compassion, Gottmans couples and more. She received Honours in psychology at Deakin University.
(03) 8594 4003 View (03) 8594 4003

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Marriage Counselling

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.