Relationship Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Crows Nest, NSW

Jonathan Holman
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
A clear sense of manhood, is I believe, critical to healthy relationships between men and women; men and other men; and obviously men as parents.
My life experience has equipped me to help others experiencing depression, addiction and social isolation issues. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques, but believe that the most important factor in effective therapy is the relationship between therapist and client. It is important that clients feel they can express themselves in a safe environment.
A clear sense of manhood, is I believe, critical to healthy relationships between men and women; men and other men; and obviously men as parents.
My life experience has equipped me to help others experiencing depression, addiction and social isolation issues. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques, but believe that the most important factor in effective therapy is the relationship between therapist and client. It is important that clients feel they can express themselves in a safe environment.
(02) 9100 0030 View (02) 9100 0030
I work locally and nationally with a diverse client base from couples in conflict to emergency first responders.
I enjoy working with adult clients and couples of all ages, nationalities, faiths and sexual orientations experiencing challenges with mental health and well, life itself. Drawing from the spectrum of evidence-based to humanistic, psychodynamic and body-based therapies I seek to meet you where you are at to help you find deep insight and catalyse change.
I work locally and nationally with a diverse client base from couples in conflict to emergency first responders.
I enjoy working with adult clients and couples of all ages, nationalities, faiths and sexual orientations experiencing challenges with mental health and well, life itself. Drawing from the spectrum of evidence-based to humanistic, psychodynamic and body-based therapies I seek to meet you where you are at to help you find deep insight and catalyse change.
(02) 8806 0384 View (02) 8806 0384
Jennifer is a Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist who provides Individual, Couple (Gottman's) & Family Counselling.
Jennifer uses a person-centred trauma-informed approach to therapy, integrative in approach, drawing on modalities that resonate with her clients such as Gottman's Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Mindfulness.
Jennifer is a Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist who provides Individual, Couple (Gottman's) & Family Counselling.
Jennifer uses a person-centred trauma-informed approach to therapy, integrative in approach, drawing on modalities that resonate with her clients such as Gottman's Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Mindfulness.
(02) 9100 0873 View (02) 9100 0873
Christine Bennett
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
A job, your health, a friend, a partner, a house, a family member?
Christine guides towards building better relationships with yourself and others, achieving new skills in communication, emotional & sexual intimacy, better management of stress, anxiety & depression, recovery from grief & loss & healing limiting emotional patterns. Christine’s philosophy is based on educating for change to experience a more fulfilling life.
A job, your health, a friend, a partner, a house, a family member?
Christine guides towards building better relationships with yourself and others, achieving new skills in communication, emotional & sexual intimacy, better management of stress, anxiety & depression, recovery from grief & loss & healing limiting emotional patterns. Christine’s philosophy is based on educating for change to experience a more fulfilling life.
(02) 8294 9427 View (02) 8294 9427
Kristy-Lee Ferry
Psychotherapist, PACFA
5 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, trauma (CPTSD - PTSD), relationships, sex, sexuality, addiction, trust, boundaries, or the courage to express your needs, we’ll explore why.
I am a Somatic Trauma Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I specialise in: • Relationships - divorce, codependency, infidelity, ethical non-monogamy, domestic abuse. •Sexuality - empowerment, diversity, addiction, fetishes and kinks. •CPTSD - PTSD - Developmental Trauma •Anxiety, stress, childhood, attachment. •Meditation and the mind-body connection.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, trauma (CPTSD - PTSD), relationships, sex, sexuality, addiction, trust, boundaries, or the courage to express your needs, we’ll explore why.
I am a Somatic Trauma Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I specialise in: • Relationships - divorce, codependency, infidelity, ethical non-monogamy, domestic abuse. •Sexuality - empowerment, diversity, addiction, fetishes and kinks. •CPTSD - PTSD - Developmental Trauma •Anxiety, stress, childhood, attachment. •Meditation and the mind-body connection.
(02) 9100 0218 View (02) 9100 0218
Jackson Goding - Find Reason Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Do you ever struggle with how you see yourself and how you show up in relationships?
We all have a concern or problem that we find challenging or difficult that we present with, working together with me will not only address and connect to what you present with but unpack what happened, and what lies beneath the surface of the identified issue in self and relationship and continue to identify who you are.
Do you ever struggle with how you see yourself and how you show up in relationships?
We all have a concern or problem that we find challenging or difficult that we present with, working together with me will not only address and connect to what you present with but unpack what happened, and what lies beneath the surface of the identified issue in self and relationship and continue to identify who you are.
(02) 9100 0013 View (02) 9100 0013
Shane Pearse
Counsellor
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
On the inside they’re using sex, porn, dating, love, work, gambling, gaming, control, or emotional distance to cope with stress, shame, loneliness, or relationship pain.
With over a decade supporting people in addiction recovery, I'm passionate about helping individuals rebuild their lives. I specialise in behavioural/process addictions, compulsive sexual behaviour, love and relationship addiction, codependency, shame, and intimacy difficulties.
On the inside they’re using sex, porn, dating, love, work, gambling, gaming, control, or emotional distance to cope with stress, shame, loneliness, or relationship pain.
With over a decade supporting people in addiction recovery, I'm passionate about helping individuals rebuild their lives. I specialise in behavioural/process addictions, compulsive sexual behaviour, love and relationship addiction, codependency, shame, and intimacy difficulties.
0405 504 698 View 0405 504 698
Clear Day Counselling and Coaching Services
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Do you struggle with confidence, or are you having problems with relationships?
We practice positive psychology. Our strategies are all focused on helping you get more out of life and living whilst simultaneously helping you with managing your symptoms. Our aim is to identify the root causes of your problems and concerns. Eliminating causes rather than symptoms we aim to help you get your enthusiasm for life and living back
Do you struggle with confidence, or are you having problems with relationships?
We practice positive psychology. Our strategies are all focused on helping you get more out of life and living whilst simultaneously helping you with managing your symptoms. Our aim is to identify the root causes of your problems and concerns. Eliminating causes rather than symptoms we aim to help you get your enthusiasm for life and living back
(02) 9100 0799 View (02) 9100 0799
Duda Baldwin
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
These are common issues couples experience when they seek out sessions with me.
A clear communicator myself, with vast professional and lived experience, I mindfully guide couples through new ways of expressing their needs, so that both feel seen, heard and understood. We clarify many piled-up misunderstandings and resentments and learn how to have hard conversations without hard feelings in order to find clarity and connection.
These are common issues couples experience when they seek out sessions with me.
A clear communicator myself, with vast professional and lived experience, I mindfully guide couples through new ways of expressing their needs, so that both feel seen, heard and understood. We clarify many piled-up misunderstandings and resentments and learn how to have hard conversations without hard feelings in order to find clarity and connection.
(02) 8000 1169 View (02) 8000 1169
Chloe Anna Smith
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Passionate about supporting clients through Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relational Challenges and Low Self Worth.
I am emotionally attuned, trauma-focused, and relationship-oriented. I combine talk & somatic therapy.
Passionate about supporting clients through Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relational Challenges and Low Self Worth.
I am emotionally attuned, trauma-focused, and relationship-oriented. I combine talk & somatic therapy.
(02) 8403 2080 View (02) 8403 2080
Christine Kim Principal Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Christine provides a warm, gentle, safe and therapeutic environment in which supports you and your family members as you explore your life challenges.
Many clients come to counselling with a hope. This hope is an opportunity for the clients to change, to become someone they want to be. Using client's strengths, counselling can help them find a new direction in their lives. Christine Kim is a registered psychologist with a passion for, and experience in working with adolescents and adults in educational and clinical settings. For over 10 years, Christine has experience working across a range of psychological issues including depression, anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety and a range of childhood anxiety disorders), bullying and work-related stress issues.
Christine provides a warm, gentle, safe and therapeutic environment in which supports you and your family members as you explore your life challenges.
Many clients come to counselling with a hope. This hope is an opportunity for the clients to change, to become someone they want to be. Using client's strengths, counselling can help them find a new direction in their lives. Christine Kim is a registered psychologist with a passion for, and experience in working with adolescents and adults in educational and clinical settings. For over 10 years, Christine has experience working across a range of psychological issues including depression, anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety and a range of childhood anxiety disorders), bullying and work-related stress issues.
(02) 8806 0035 View (02) 8806 0035
Aarthi Udayakumar
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
I am a registered Clinical Counsellor with PACFA, with 14 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and couples through challenges such as domestic and family violence, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and child wellbeing.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Person-Centred Therapy Motivational Interviewing (MI) Solution-Focused Therapy Creative and Play Therapy (for children and families)
I am a registered Clinical Counsellor with PACFA, with 14 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and couples through challenges such as domestic and family violence, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and child wellbeing.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Person-Centred Therapy Motivational Interviewing (MI) Solution-Focused Therapy Creative and Play Therapy (for children and families)
(02) 9100 0497 View (02) 9100 0497
Veronica Bona
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have worked in both Private and Public treatment centers 1:1, Couples and Group Therapy.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, hopeless or lacking joy; like your emotions are uncontrollable or that they do not match with reality; that your worry is getting out of hand or that there is no longer any point, then it might be a good time to seek some support. ​ We are social creatures, and despite what our modern society might have us believe, we all need human connection to function. Seeking support is a huge sign of strength – the strength to actually reach out and let someone in, in order to start the healing process. ​ If you can relate to this or if you have set yourself a personal development goal please reach out.
I have worked in both Private and Public treatment centers 1:1, Couples and Group Therapy.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, hopeless or lacking joy; like your emotions are uncontrollable or that they do not match with reality; that your worry is getting out of hand or that there is no longer any point, then it might be a good time to seek some support. ​ We are social creatures, and despite what our modern society might have us believe, we all need human connection to function. Seeking support is a huge sign of strength – the strength to actually reach out and let someone in, in order to start the healing process. ​ If you can relate to this or if you have set yourself a personal development goal please reach out.
(02) 8806 0062 View (02) 8806 0062
Bruno Giusti
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with adults struggling with relationships and difficult events in their past, trying to understand why anxiety and other intense emotions have such a big impact on their lives, and what they can do about it.
I have been a psychologist for more than 10 years, and I have worked with people from a wide range of nationalities and cultural backgrounds. Since we are all different, some therapeutic approaches that work for certain people won’t work for others. Therefore, I work with each client to understand what works for them and tailor the treatment accordingly.
I work with adults struggling with relationships and difficult events in their past, trying to understand why anxiety and other intense emotions have such a big impact on their lives, and what they can do about it.
I have been a psychologist for more than 10 years, and I have worked with people from a wide range of nationalities and cultural backgrounds. Since we are all different, some therapeutic approaches that work for certain people won’t work for others. Therefore, I work with each client to understand what works for them and tailor the treatment accordingly.
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Dr Daniel Kimber
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
These commonly include Anxiety, Depression, Addictions and Trauma, as well as difficulties related to Identity, Self-Esteem, Relationships, and Emotion Regulation.
At the heart of my work is a collaborative relationship that supports exploration and growth. I take an integrative, depth-oriented and evidence-based approach, blending elements of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT and DBT to fit each person's needs and address both current symptoms and their underlying causes.
These commonly include Anxiety, Depression, Addictions and Trauma, as well as difficulties related to Identity, Self-Esteem, Relationships, and Emotion Regulation.
At the heart of my work is a collaborative relationship that supports exploration and growth. I take an integrative, depth-oriented and evidence-based approach, blending elements of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT and DBT to fit each person's needs and address both current symptoms and their underlying causes.
0422 866 131 View 0422 866 131
Yvonne Grant
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Yvonne works with families, couples and individuals, to help them unlock the skills and insight they need to more meaningfully connect with themselves and in their relationships.
Yvonne (BA. LLB. LLM. MSusDev) uses evidence-based techniques to help couples navigate relationship difficulties and enhance connection and love. She has a special interest in supporting couples who are separating and strives to help them rebuild their lives, whilst also prioritising the needs and wellbeing of any children involved.
Yvonne works with families, couples and individuals, to help them unlock the skills and insight they need to more meaningfully connect with themselves and in their relationships.
Yvonne (BA. LLB. LLM. MSusDev) uses evidence-based techniques to help couples navigate relationship difficulties and enhance connection and love. She has a special interest in supporting couples who are separating and strives to help them rebuild their lives, whilst also prioritising the needs and wellbeing of any children involved.
(02) 9100 0368 View (02) 9100 0368
A-Okay Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a client-centred, Neuroaffirming therapist who has experience with neurodivergence, children / adolescents, trauma backgrounds (EMDR Level 1) and Worker's Compensation / CTP. I also work with couples using the Gottman methodology (Gottman Level 2).
I am a client-centred, Neuroaffirming therapist who has experience with neurodivergence, children / adolescents, trauma backgrounds (EMDR Level 1) and Worker's Compensation / CTP. I also work with couples using the Gottman methodology (Gottman Level 2).
(02) 8074 5401 View (02) 8074 5401
David Sokol
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
I specialise in supporting clients in all aspects of relationship: family counselling, pre- marriage counselling, couples counselling, and post- relationship counselling.
I use structured questioning techniques to engage with clients to help them clarify and better understand what is troubling them and then working with them to explore options to change what is currently not working for them.
I specialise in supporting clients in all aspects of relationship: family counselling, pre- marriage counselling, couples counselling, and post- relationship counselling.
I use structured questioning techniques to engage with clients to help them clarify and better understand what is troubling them and then working with them to explore options to change what is currently not working for them.
(02) 9538 7081 View (02) 9538 7081
Juliane Thieme
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I am an experienced specialised psychodynamic psychotherapist providing a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space to talk, for individuals and couples.
It can be hard trying to cope on your own. Talking to a trained professional helps you make sense of your thoughts and feelings and it means you have somebody on your side while you face difficult times. My approach is psychodynamic, which means I explore with you both your conscious and your unconscious mind in order to facilitate long-lasting change.
I am an experienced specialised psychodynamic psychotherapist providing a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space to talk, for individuals and couples.
It can be hard trying to cope on your own. Talking to a trained professional helps you make sense of your thoughts and feelings and it means you have somebody on your side while you face difficult times. My approach is psychodynamic, which means I explore with you both your conscious and your unconscious mind in order to facilitate long-lasting change.
(02) 9100 0319 View (02) 9100 0319
James Norman O'Connor
Psychotherapist, MPsych, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi I'm Jim O'Connor clinical psychotherapist and relationship therapist.
I will listen to your situation and explain to you a strategy that will help. You can then decide what you would like to do. I use positive Interpersonal and Cognitive Behavioral Psychology so you can trust that it will be effective. In my experience most people need practical understanding and strategies to help them navigate their situation effectively.
Hi I'm Jim O'Connor clinical psychotherapist and relationship therapist.
I will listen to your situation and explain to you a strategy that will help. You can then decide what you would like to do. I use positive Interpersonal and Cognitive Behavioral Psychology so you can trust that it will be effective. In my experience most people need practical understanding and strategies to help them navigate their situation effectively.
(02) 9100 0073 View (02) 9100 0073

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Relationship Issues Therapists
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.

What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.

What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.

How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.