Couples Counselling in Hunter Region, NSW
Working with couples I use IMAGO therapy.
Do you want to change something about yourself? Are you sick of behaviour, habits, moods, relationships, or thought patterns. I am skilled in locating the source of your problem and working with it directly to restore your sense of balance and well being. I will work with you at your own pace and I respect your need to feel safe and secure. My preferred methods of treatment are Resource Therapy, EMDR, CBT and Breath work.
Working with couples I use IMAGO therapy.
Do you want to change something about yourself? Are you sick of behaviour, habits, moods, relationships, or thought patterns. I am skilled in locating the source of your problem and working with it directly to restore your sense of balance and well being. I will work with you at your own pace and I respect your need to feel safe and secure. My preferred methods of treatment are Resource Therapy, EMDR, CBT and Breath work.
My guidance and professional skills, (CBT, ACT, and Gottman ( couples) as well as extensive counseling experience have positively impacted my clients consisting of adults,children, teens, and couples.
I strongly believe in the resilience and strength of the human spirit. All therapy provided is bespoke and established on evidence-based practices. As your counsellor I will use my extensive skill set and many years of knowledge and experience to help guide and empower you. My undivided attention will be yours.
My guidance and professional skills, (CBT, ACT, and Gottman ( couples) as well as extensive counseling experience have positively impacted my clients consisting of adults,children, teens, and couples.
I strongly believe in the resilience and strength of the human spirit. All therapy provided is bespoke and established on evidence-based practices. As your counsellor I will use my extensive skill set and many years of knowledge and experience to help guide and empower you. My undivided attention will be yours.
Lauren Freele Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Blacksmiths, NSW 2281
Lauren works with individuals and couples for all issues, specifically interpersonal relationship issues, trauma, and an array of mental health diagnosis.
Lauren is passionate about working with Couples and relationship issues. Helping the parties in the relationship identify their relationship pattern, needs, and a way forward to strengthen the relationship. Behind every complaint is a deep personal longing (John Gottman).
Lauren works with individuals and couples for all issues, specifically interpersonal relationship issues, trauma, and an array of mental health diagnosis.
Lauren is passionate about working with Couples and relationship issues. Helping the parties in the relationship identify their relationship pattern, needs, and a way forward to strengthen the relationship. Behind every complaint is a deep personal longing (John Gottman).
Are you struggling to communicate effectively with your partner and feeling stuck in the same unhealthy pattern?
My clients have praised my easy, approachable, and relatable personality, as well as my ability to guide them. In my relationship counselling work, I use the Gottman Couples Therapy Model, the only research-based couples therapy model, to help couples communicate better and manage conflict in a healthy way along with other modalities to suit client's needs.
Are you struggling to communicate effectively with your partner and feeling stuck in the same unhealthy pattern?
My clients have praised my easy, approachable, and relatable personality, as well as my ability to guide them. In my relationship counselling work, I use the Gottman Couples Therapy Model, the only research-based couples therapy model, to help couples communicate better and manage conflict in a healthy way along with other modalities to suit client's needs.
Carla Bonetti
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Newcastle, NSW 2300
Waitlist for new clients
She offers help that is underpinned by years of experience working within the public and private sectors with a range of different clients addressing a number of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship and existential problems.
Carla is especially interested in the treatment of trauma and couple therapy with specific training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Prolonged Exposure and Mindfulness Based Therapies. She is also a certified EFT Couples Therapist.
She offers help that is underpinned by years of experience working within the public and private sectors with a range of different clients addressing a number of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship and existential problems.
Carla is especially interested in the treatment of trauma and couple therapy with specific training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Prolonged Exposure and Mindfulness Based Therapies. She is also a certified EFT Couples Therapist.
I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way, providing insight, encouragement, and empathy as we work together towards achieving your goals with a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I aim to build a trusting relationship where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.
My name is Jo, and I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. As a counsellor at The Good Space Counselling, I aim to help you navigate life’s challenges and empower you to achieve personal growth and well-being.
I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way, providing insight, encouragement, and empathy as we work together towards achieving your goals with a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I aim to build a trusting relationship where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.
My name is Jo, and I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. As a counsellor at The Good Space Counselling, I aim to help you navigate life’s challenges and empower you to achieve personal growth and well-being.
Life Flow Counselling Support Services
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Salamander Bay, NSW 2317
Couples & Family Counselling service fees vary according to size & duration of session.
I am an ACA Accredited Counsellor offering my services to individuals aged 21 years & over. I create a safe haven for clients to be seen, heard, acknowledged, understood & supported. My nature is warm, nurturing & accepting. I use evidence-based counselling frameworks across a variety of therapeutic modalities including, but not limited to: person-centered talk, solution-focused, strength-based, compassion-focused, trauma informed, smart recovery for addictions, grief & loss, mindfulness & holistic therapies. My work code is ethical, professional, all inclusive, private & confidential. All of you is welcome... Come as you are...
Couples & Family Counselling service fees vary according to size & duration of session.
I am an ACA Accredited Counsellor offering my services to individuals aged 21 years & over. I create a safe haven for clients to be seen, heard, acknowledged, understood & supported. My nature is warm, nurturing & accepting. I use evidence-based counselling frameworks across a variety of therapeutic modalities including, but not limited to: person-centered talk, solution-focused, strength-based, compassion-focused, trauma informed, smart recovery for addictions, grief & loss, mindfulness & holistic therapies. My work code is ethical, professional, all inclusive, private & confidential. All of you is welcome... Come as you are...
Gemma offers client-centered, compassionate and ethical counselling to individuals, couples and families in person and via telehealth.
Gemma has completed training in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Circle of Security Program, Gottman Couples Therapy and Safe & Together Model. Gemma promotes her alignment with Narrative therapy, Attachment-focused interventions, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment therapy and Response-based practice principles.
Gemma offers client-centered, compassionate and ethical counselling to individuals, couples and families in person and via telehealth.
Gemma has completed training in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Circle of Security Program, Gottman Couples Therapy and Safe & Together Model. Gemma promotes her alignment with Narrative therapy, Attachment-focused interventions, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment therapy and Response-based practice principles.
I work with Individuals experiencing the impacts of Trauma, Relationship issues, Grief & Loss, Stress/Anxiety and difficulties with life transitions.
Do you ever feel like your past still has a hold over you? Are you feeling stuck in your relationships and want deeper connections? Do you yearn for a feeling of being grounded and centred, even when life feels challenging? When you're ready to face the experiences that have shaped your life and relationships, this is your space to explore it all. I am trained in ACT, CBT, EMIT, EFT and solutions-focused therapies and we will find the right combination to help you get to the heart of your challenges, find solutions and implement real change so you can find a new way forward.
I work with Individuals experiencing the impacts of Trauma, Relationship issues, Grief & Loss, Stress/Anxiety and difficulties with life transitions.
Do you ever feel like your past still has a hold over you? Are you feeling stuck in your relationships and want deeper connections? Do you yearn for a feeling of being grounded and centred, even when life feels challenging? When you're ready to face the experiences that have shaped your life and relationships, this is your space to explore it all. I am trained in ACT, CBT, EMIT, EFT and solutions-focused therapies and we will find the right combination to help you get to the heart of your challenges, find solutions and implement real change so you can find a new way forward.
Whether you're grappling with anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting stress, work pressures, or simply feeling stuck and unsure, I’m here to help.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery with my individual and relationship counselling services. I provide a confidential and supportive space for you to explore personal challenges, set goals, and cultivate resilience. Take the first step towards a healthier, more empowered version of yourself. Your well-being is my priority.
Whether you're grappling with anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting stress, work pressures, or simply feeling stuck and unsure, I’m here to help.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery with my individual and relationship counselling services. I provide a confidential and supportive space for you to explore personal challenges, set goals, and cultivate resilience. Take the first step towards a healthier, more empowered version of yourself. Your well-being is my priority.
With over 18 years experience as a psychologist, I am trained and experienced across a wide variety of client presentations including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, work-related concerns and managing the ordinary and extraordinary stresses of life.
I am experienced in therapies such as Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy, among others.
With over 18 years experience as a psychologist, I am trained and experienced across a wide variety of client presentations including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, work-related concerns and managing the ordinary and extraordinary stresses of life.
I am experienced in therapies such as Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy, among others.
Meet Our Couples Counselling
I provide compassionate support for individuals, families, and couples, specializing in Individual, Neuroaffirming, and Couples Counselling.
I support individuals, couples, families, and children, with a special focus on neurodiverse individuals. I am a trauma-informed counsellor dedicated to guiding clients through the challenges of everyday life with compassion and understanding.
I provide compassionate support for individuals, families, and couples, specializing in Individual, Neuroaffirming, and Couples Counselling.
I support individuals, couples, families, and children, with a special focus on neurodiverse individuals. I am a trauma-informed counsellor dedicated to guiding clients through the challenges of everyday life with compassion and understanding.
I work with two main client types - those who have life controlling issues (addictions, self-harm etc.) stemming from childhood trauma and couples.
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
I work with two main client types - those who have life controlling issues (addictions, self-harm etc.) stemming from childhood trauma and couples.
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
She places the utmost importance on developing a warm and inviting therapeutic relationship to create significant change.
Sarah draws upon her wealth of experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. Sarah also incorporates attachment-based models, motivational interviewing
She places the utmost importance on developing a warm and inviting therapeutic relationship to create significant change.
Sarah draws upon her wealth of experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. Sarah also incorporates attachment-based models, motivational interviewing
Rebecca Butler Couple Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Newcastle West, NSW 2302
I work with Couples and Individuals.
I am a Certified Imago Couple Therapist and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. I work with couples and individuals. I work in a way that is trauma informed, strength based and client centered. I have been a social worker for over 20 years and a counsellor for 13 years.
I work with Couples and Individuals.
I am a Certified Imago Couple Therapist and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. I work with couples and individuals. I work in a way that is trauma informed, strength based and client centered. I have been a social worker for over 20 years and a counsellor for 13 years.
Relationship distress is common and most people who find they are having relationship issues are struggling to understand how to fix things.
I am a qualified Emotionally Focused Therapist that help hundreds of people re-unite and stay connected once they have learned how to.
In relationships we get hijacked by our emotions and need a third person who is unbiased, has a clear roadmap forward and is able to direct us out of this negative cycle that we cannot break on our own.
Relationship distress is common and most people who find they are having relationship issues are struggling to understand how to fix things.
I am a qualified Emotionally Focused Therapist that help hundreds of people re-unite and stay connected once they have learned how to.
In relationships we get hijacked by our emotions and need a third person who is unbiased, has a clear roadmap forward and is able to direct us out of this negative cycle that we cannot break on our own.
I deeply value the therapeutic relationship and am compassionate, experiential, motivational and relational and offer this freely within my sessions so you may step into your best, true self all the time.
I specialise in Gestalt therapy and Relationship counselling. I focus on enhancing connection, awareness, well-being and healthy, authentic relationships by providing a supportive, non-judgemental, and curious space.
I deeply value the therapeutic relationship and am compassionate, experiential, motivational and relational and offer this freely within my sessions so you may step into your best, true self all the time.
I specialise in Gestalt therapy and Relationship counselling. I focus on enhancing connection, awareness, well-being and healthy, authentic relationships by providing a supportive, non-judgemental, and curious space.
Investing in your relationship is bound to lead to an improved quality of life, a increased sense of your own identity and the potential to enjoy enriched, purposeful and mutually beneficial relationships with others.
Identify your own relationship style. Identify blocks and inhibitors (yours and others) to satisfying relationships. A space to explore possibilities to improve and enhance your relationships with others, and yourself!
Investing in your relationship is bound to lead to an improved quality of life, a increased sense of your own identity and the potential to enjoy enriched, purposeful and mutually beneficial relationships with others.
Identify your own relationship style. Identify blocks and inhibitors (yours and others) to satisfying relationships. A space to explore possibilities to improve and enhance your relationships with others, and yourself!
I have clinical registration with PACFA as well as 14 years experience working with adults, kids and couples.
Would you like to grow in confidence and skill to deepen your connection to your self and the ones you love? Do you want to improve your relationships and wellbeing? If you could benefit from discovering how to be kinder to your self, learning skills like boundaries to improve your relationships or understand and heal from the effects of trauma then I might be the person to help you. Sometimes we need a guide to empower us to explore our inner world and discover tools to help us move forward.
I have clinical registration with PACFA as well as 14 years experience working with adults, kids and couples.
Would you like to grow in confidence and skill to deepen your connection to your self and the ones you love? Do you want to improve your relationships and wellbeing? If you could benefit from discovering how to be kinder to your self, learning skills like boundaries to improve your relationships or understand and heal from the effects of trauma then I might be the person to help you. Sometimes we need a guide to empower us to explore our inner world and discover tools to help us move forward.
I am a psychotherapist and relationship coach with a passion for helping those who find themselves stuck, depressed, anxious, blocked, or those restless and looking for solutions for finding a fulfilling better quality of life.
I offer evidence based intensives for couples and individuals that include The Gottman Relationship Method and EMDR Light Bar therapy. This combination provides interventions, strategies and antidotes for all areas of the relationship that include betrayal trauma, PTSD, anxiety, sexual abuse, depression and addiction.
I am a psychotherapist and relationship coach with a passion for helping those who find themselves stuck, depressed, anxious, blocked, or those restless and looking for solutions for finding a fulfilling better quality of life.
I offer evidence based intensives for couples and individuals that include The Gottman Relationship Method and EMDR Light Bar therapy. This combination provides interventions, strategies and antidotes for all areas of the relationship that include betrayal trauma, PTSD, anxiety, sexual abuse, depression and addiction.
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.