Divorce Psychologists and Therapists in Hunter Region, NSW
Or going through a difficult separation or divorce?
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.
Or going through a difficult separation or divorce?
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.
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.
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.
My ideal client is someone who feels emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or disconnected from themselves or loved ones. They may struggle with anxiety, unresolved family dynamics, or challenges in their relationship. What they truly need is a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard and understood. Their goal is to heal, find clarity, and build healthier relationships — with themselves and others. They want change because they long for emotional balance, deeper connection, and a more authentic life.
My ideal client is someone who feels emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or disconnected from themselves or loved ones. They may struggle with anxiety, unresolved family dynamics, or challenges in their relationship. What they truly need is a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard and understood. Their goal is to heal, find clarity, and build healthier relationships — with themselves and others. They want change because they long for emotional balance, deeper connection, and a more authentic life.
Grasping the needs. goals and desires of clients is crucial in therapy. For this to happen it is important to establish a relationship built on trust and transparency. I have a career spanning two decades working with a diverse range of individuals and families, dealing with various complex issues from life adjustments to extensive trauma histories. You might be realising that experiences from your past, or more recent events are still continuing to bother you when you believe they shouldn't. Perhaps you are ready to try therapy.
Grasping the needs. goals and desires of clients is crucial in therapy. For this to happen it is important to establish a relationship built on trust and transparency. I have a career spanning two decades working with a diverse range of individuals and families, dealing with various complex issues from life adjustments to extensive trauma histories. You might be realising that experiences from your past, or more recent events are still continuing to bother you when you believe they shouldn't. Perhaps you are ready to try therapy.
All relationships need care whether you’re just starting out, feeling long‑term but a bit ‘meh,’ or facing conflict that requires repair. Like a car, relationships benefit from regular maintenance to keep connection strong. I help partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and rekindle the spark that may have faded. And when separation becomes the healthiest choice, I support couples to navigate it with clarity and respect, aiming for an amicable path forward. Together we focus on practical strategies that bring relief now and resilience for the future.
All relationships need care whether you’re just starting out, feeling long‑term but a bit ‘meh,’ or facing conflict that requires repair. Like a car, relationships benefit from regular maintenance to keep connection strong. I help partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and rekindle the spark that may have faded. And when separation becomes the healthiest choice, I support couples to navigate it with clarity and respect, aiming for an amicable path forward. Together we focus on practical strategies that bring relief now and resilience for the future.
Do you feel stuck? Are you struggling? Would you like to deepen your understanding of yourself and what is important to you? Would you like to feel more confident? Would you like to make choices that better serve you? Would you like to explore your concerns using dialogue, 2 chair work, art, body wisdom or dreams? Would you like to deepen your self awareness and authentic experience? Do you want to work in a way and at a pace determined by your needs? All sessions are mutually respectful and confidential.
Do you feel stuck? Are you struggling? Would you like to deepen your understanding of yourself and what is important to you? Would you like to feel more confident? Would you like to make choices that better serve you? Would you like to explore your concerns using dialogue, 2 chair work, art, body wisdom or dreams? Would you like to deepen your self awareness and authentic experience? Do you want to work in a way and at a pace determined by your needs? All sessions are mutually respectful and confidential.
I am a compassionate Psychologist who, for the past 15 years, has helped people learn about themselves in order to build confidence and resilience. I believe it is a privilege to work with people in this space so always aim to authentically connect in order to help them feel safe and heard. I use a combination of supportive, active listening skills as well as practical suggestions the client can easily implement.
I am a compassionate Psychologist who, for the past 15 years, has helped people learn about themselves in order to build confidence and resilience. I believe it is a privilege to work with people in this space so always aim to authentically connect in order to help them feel safe and heard. I use a combination of supportive, active listening skills as well as practical suggestions the client can easily implement.
I provide face to face counselling in Newcastle, NSW and telehealth. I am passionate about supporting people through stress, depression, anxiety, grief, burnout and trauma. I am also experienced in skill building including decision making, communication skills, conflict resolution, emotional regulation and boundary setting, from many years providing Employee Assistance Counselling. I see clients under a variety of programs: private clients, Medicare Approved Mental Health Care Plans, Approved Victims of Crime, Employee Assist and Canteen Australia (12-25 year olds impacted by cancer).
I provide face to face counselling in Newcastle, NSW and telehealth. I am passionate about supporting people through stress, depression, anxiety, grief, burnout and trauma. I am also experienced in skill building including decision making, communication skills, conflict resolution, emotional regulation and boundary setting, from many years providing Employee Assistance Counselling. I see clients under a variety of programs: private clients, Medicare Approved Mental Health Care Plans, Approved Victims of Crime, Employee Assist and Canteen Australia (12-25 year olds impacted by cancer).
I have been working on myself for the past 6 years and healing childhood trauma to make me the best version of myself I can be. Since starting my own private practice to assist women with these issues, I have had the opportunity to work with some amazing women and help them on this journey called life and bring them back to themselves to remember who they are before the world took that away from them. Life throws us curveballs and it is not until we sit back and look do we realise how much it affects our every day life, relationships, work and the list goes on. These deep rooted problems will trigger us before we know why.
I have been working on myself for the past 6 years and healing childhood trauma to make me the best version of myself I can be. Since starting my own private practice to assist women with these issues, I have had the opportunity to work with some amazing women and help them on this journey called life and bring them back to themselves to remember who they are before the world took that away from them. Life throws us curveballs and it is not until we sit back and look do we realise how much it affects our every day life, relationships, work and the list goes on. These deep rooted problems will trigger us before we know why.
I offer psychological therapy that is relational, spacious, and deeply respectful of your inner world. This work is not about fixing or pushing change. It is about slowing down enough to listen, to understand what has shaped you, and to meet yourself with kindness.
Many of the people who find their way here are highly sensitive, neurodivergent, creative, or work in helping and caregiving roles. Others simply know they want something gentler than traditional therapy — a space where they don’t have to explain themselves, allowing the masks they’ve had to wear to finally rest.
I offer psychological therapy that is relational, spacious, and deeply respectful of your inner world. This work is not about fixing or pushing change. It is about slowing down enough to listen, to understand what has shaped you, and to meet yourself with kindness.
Many of the people who find their way here are highly sensitive, neurodivergent, creative, or work in helping and caregiving roles. Others simply know they want something gentler than traditional therapy — a space where they don’t have to explain themselves, allowing the masks they’ve had to wear to finally rest.
I work with Couples and Individuals. Some of the common issues that couples bring to counselling are; communication issues, conflict, a break down in trust, affairs, mental health concerns that are impacting the relationship, lack of emotional and or physical intimacy, conflict and stress over parenting, grief, the impact of past traumas, transitioning into retirement and new relationships. The Imago Relationship Model facilitates a new way of communication that allows couples to understand themselves and their partner more deeply and bring greater safety, connection, healing, growth and joy.
I work with Couples and Individuals. Some of the common issues that couples bring to counselling are; communication issues, conflict, a break down in trust, affairs, mental health concerns that are impacting the relationship, lack of emotional and or physical intimacy, conflict and stress over parenting, grief, the impact of past traumas, transitioning into retirement and new relationships. The Imago Relationship Model facilitates a new way of communication that allows couples to understand themselves and their partner more deeply and bring greater safety, connection, healing, growth and joy.
I work clinically with a diverse range of individuals, with a particular interest in anxiety, trauma, relationship/communication concerns, attentional difficulties and depression.
I work clinically with a diverse range of individuals, with a particular interest in anxiety, trauma, relationship/communication concerns, attentional difficulties and depression.
At Life Matters Psychologists we're committed to nurturing minds and people. Our dedicated team of psychologists offer a comprehensive range of psychological services supporting people across the lifespan. As well as therapy for adults and adolescents, we offer child psychology, couples counselling, and hypnotherapy. Clients can choose sessions via Telehealth or face to face at our beautiful building in Hamilton.
At Life Matters Psychologists we're committed to nurturing minds and people. Our dedicated team of psychologists offer a comprehensive range of psychological services supporting people across the lifespan. As well as therapy for adults and adolescents, we offer child psychology, couples counselling, and hypnotherapy. Clients can choose sessions via Telehealth or face to face at our beautiful building in Hamilton.
With men in mind! I'm a male counsellor with a commitment to helping men talk about their life goals, challenges & problems. My goal is to help men move towards a greater sense of well-being & a more fulfilling experience of life. I seek to provide a professional, inclusive practice that recognises & respects diversity, meeting people where they are at & respecting their right to make decisions about their own life.
With men in mind! I'm a male counsellor with a commitment to helping men talk about their life goals, challenges & problems. My goal is to help men move towards a greater sense of well-being & a more fulfilling experience of life. I seek to provide a professional, inclusive practice that recognises & respects diversity, meeting people where they are at & respecting their right to make decisions about their own life.
Personal experience with separation & divorce, blended family issues, family disability, redundancy & career change, anxiety & depression, religious/church difficulties.
I listen without judgement, in complete confidence & safety. I particularly get the challenges that men face - at home, to succeed at work, to provide for and connect with the family, to balance work and play in a healthy way. More than 80% of my clients are men, many appointments though organised by their partners who want to help.
Personal experience with separation & divorce, blended family issues, family disability, redundancy & career change, anxiety & depression, religious/church difficulties.
I listen without judgement, in complete confidence & safety. I particularly get the challenges that men face - at home, to succeed at work, to provide for and connect with the family, to balance work and play in a healthy way. More than 80% of my clients are men, many appointments though organised by their partners who want to help.
Many people come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things aren’t improving despite their best efforts. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, burnout, relationship difficulties, or feel something deeper is holding them back. They’re looking for clarity, understanding, and practical strategies to feel more grounded and confident. Their goal is to heal, grow, and create a life that feels calmer, more balanced, and true to who they are.
Many people come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things aren’t improving despite their best efforts. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, burnout, relationship difficulties, or feel something deeper is holding them back. They’re looking for clarity, understanding, and practical strategies to feel more grounded and confident. Their goal is to heal, grow, and create a life that feels calmer, more balanced, and true to who they are.
At Purple Essence Social Work and Counselling, I offer down-to-earth, trauma-informed support for adults, youth, and children navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or major life changes. I know reaching out can feel overwhelming, so I create a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported—at your own pace. I believe healing begins when we feel seen, and I’m here to help you reconnect with your strengths, process what’s been heavy, and move toward the version of yourself you’ve been missing. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, calm, and confidence.
At Purple Essence Social Work and Counselling, I offer down-to-earth, trauma-informed support for adults, youth, and children navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or major life changes. I know reaching out can feel overwhelming, so I create a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported—at your own pace. I believe healing begins when we feel seen, and I’m here to help you reconnect with your strengths, process what’s been heavy, and move toward the version of yourself you’ve been missing. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, calm, and confidence.
I recognises that everybody needs some extra support when facing the challenges and difficulties that life presents us with at times. A warm, encouraging and supportive environment helps my clients achieve their treatment goals. I have experience with varied client groups and work at individually tailoring support and treatment to best suit the unique needs of each client.
I recognises that everybody needs some extra support when facing the challenges and difficulties that life presents us with at times. A warm, encouraging and supportive environment helps my clients achieve their treatment goals. I have experience with varied client groups and work at individually tailoring support and treatment to best suit the unique needs of each client.
Counselling is a creative, very human process. I work with a person centred, integrative approach drawing from a range of counselling modalities. Attunement in the therapeutic relationship is key. This ensures that the counselling process is flexibly designed to meet your needs. Reflecting on one’s deepest issues, life path, pain and joy can be a transformative experience leading to insights and change. Witnessing and facilitating this therapeutic process and positive outcomes for clients is what continually renews my passion for this work. I work with adults, teens and children. For younger children I work with play therapy.
Counselling is a creative, very human process. I work with a person centred, integrative approach drawing from a range of counselling modalities. Attunement in the therapeutic relationship is key. This ensures that the counselling process is flexibly designed to meet your needs. Reflecting on one’s deepest issues, life path, pain and joy can be a transformative experience leading to insights and change. Witnessing and facilitating this therapeutic process and positive outcomes for clients is what continually renews my passion for this work. I work with adults, teens and children. For younger children I work with play therapy.
As an experienced counsellor, approved by Victim Support NSW, I bring a wide range of knowledge and practical solutions to the Life Circle issues that cause us to feel unsettled and confused.
If you feel like that, I would love to help you find new ways to overcome those emotions and feelings, using them as your strengths for the future.
Unpacking sad and hurtful experiences in a safe place can be the doorway to a new life.
After working as a school counsellor and welfare worker in front-line services for many years, I am confident I am able to provide best practice strategies that will bring positive outcomes.
As an experienced counsellor, approved by Victim Support NSW, I bring a wide range of knowledge and practical solutions to the Life Circle issues that cause us to feel unsettled and confused.
If you feel like that, I would love to help you find new ways to overcome those emotions and feelings, using them as your strengths for the future.
Unpacking sad and hurtful experiences in a safe place can be the doorway to a new life.
After working as a school counsellor and welfare worker in front-line services for many years, I am confident I am able to provide best practice strategies that will bring positive outcomes.
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Divorce Therapists
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.