Couples Psychologists and Therapists in Kotara
I have extensive experience supporting young people with school, learning, & emotional regulation, as well as adults navigating relationships, mental health, parenting, work & life transitions.
I work collaboratively with individuals to explore the broader contexts shaping their challenges. By separating the person from the problem, I help people reconnect with their internal resources, build on existing capabilities and establish an authentic way of being that unlocks opportunities to live the life you choose.
I have extensive experience supporting young people with school, learning, & emotional regulation, as well as adults navigating relationships, mental health, parenting, work & life transitions.
I work collaboratively with individuals to explore the broader contexts shaping their challenges. By separating the person from the problem, I help people reconnect with their internal resources, build on existing capabilities and establish an authentic way of being that unlocks opportunities to live the life you choose.
I offer a safe, respectful environment where clients feel heard and understood. My clinical work focuses on trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and personal growth, while my forensic practice brings deep experience in risk assessment, complex case formulation, and intervention for individuals involved in the justice system.
I offer a safe, respectful environment where clients feel heard and understood. My clinical work focuses on trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and personal growth, while my forensic practice brings deep experience in risk assessment, complex case formulation, and intervention for individuals involved in the justice system.
I’m Aicha, a French couple counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals through the challenging terrain of their relationships.
I've seen firsthand the transformative power of couples therapy in helping partners overcome challenges and rediscover the joy in their connection. In my couples counselling practice, I integrate a comprehensive range of therapeutic approaches to best meet the needs of my clients (Gottman, EFT, Sex Therapy, Trauma Informed Framework).
I’m Aicha, a French couple counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals through the challenging terrain of their relationships.
I've seen firsthand the transformative power of couples therapy in helping partners overcome challenges and rediscover the joy in their connection. In my couples counselling practice, I integrate a comprehensive range of therapeutic approaches to best meet the needs of my clients (Gottman, EFT, Sex Therapy, Trauma Informed Framework).
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
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 am a Clinical Psychologist who works across a broad range of issues including ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, OCD, BPD, relationship and parenting challenges, substance use and school related issues.
I have experience across public mental health and private settings across a broad range of disorders and treatment modalities. I conduct thorough assessments to consider diagnoses, best practice treatment approaches and help to identify therapy goals that are meaningful for the client.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works across a broad range of issues including ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, OCD, BPD, relationship and parenting challenges, substance use and school related issues.
I have experience across public mental health and private settings across a broad range of disorders and treatment modalities. I conduct thorough assessments to consider diagnoses, best practice treatment approaches and help to identify therapy goals that are meaningful for the client.
I am a accedited Social Worker and trauma-informed counsellor with a strong commitment to Advocacy, Wellbeing, and Empowerment. I am an approved NSW Victim Services counsellor and have extensive experience supporting people impacted by trauma, violence, and complex life experiences.I am also registered as a WDO sponsor for work development orders in NSW. I offer a calm, respectful, and non-judgemental space where clients can feel safe, understood, and supported to move forward at their own pace. My work is collaborative and strengths-based, helping people reconnect with their resilience and sense of agency.
I am a accedited Social Worker and trauma-informed counsellor with a strong commitment to Advocacy, Wellbeing, and Empowerment. I am an approved NSW Victim Services counsellor and have extensive experience supporting people impacted by trauma, violence, and complex life experiences.I am also registered as a WDO sponsor for work development orders in NSW. I offer a calm, respectful, and non-judgemental space where clients can feel safe, understood, and supported to move forward at their own pace. My work is collaborative and strengths-based, helping people reconnect with their resilience and sense of agency.
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People who feel stuck in repeating patterns, disconnected in relationships, or unsure how to move forward often come to see me.
I offer talk-based counselling and Eye Movement Integration Therapy (EMIT) to support deeper change. Together we explore patterns, process underlying experiences, and shift how you feel, respond, and relate. EMIT sessions are longer to allow time for processing and integration.
People who feel stuck in repeating patterns, disconnected in relationships, or unsure how to move forward often come to see me.
I offer talk-based counselling and Eye Movement Integration Therapy (EMIT) to support deeper change. Together we explore patterns, process underlying experiences, and shift how you feel, respond, and relate. EMIT sessions are longer to allow time for processing and integration.
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.
I offer a range of services that cover all aspects of personal and life counselling, relationship & couples counselling, pre-marital counselling, career counselling and grief counselling.
We can be cruising along, enjoying ourselves, when suddenly everything grinds to a sudden halt. It can be something small, or something catastrophic, and suddenly you’re stuck in a place you never expected to be in. Thinkful was created for you. A safe space for the everyday human just trying to better themselves.
I offer a range of services that cover all aspects of personal and life counselling, relationship & couples counselling, pre-marital counselling, career counselling and grief counselling.
We can be cruising along, enjoying ourselves, when suddenly everything grinds to a sudden halt. It can be something small, or something catastrophic, and suddenly you’re stuck in a place you never expected to be in. Thinkful was created for you. A safe space for the everyday human just trying to better themselves.
This approach emphasises the importance of the therapeutic relationship.
With over 25 years working in family and community services, Beth brings a compassionate and person-centred approach to her counselling practice.
As a registered counsellor Beth understands difficulties within the family structure and can offer sensitive family counselling to assist individuals, parents, caregivers and children for successful outcomes within the families’ difficulties.
Beth’s counselling room offers a warm and welcoming space where you can feel comfortable and safe, and welcomes all people, abilities, identities and cultures.
This approach emphasises the importance of the therapeutic relationship.
With over 25 years working in family and community services, Beth brings a compassionate and person-centred approach to her counselling practice.
As a registered counsellor Beth understands difficulties within the family structure and can offer sensitive family counselling to assist individuals, parents, caregivers and children for successful outcomes within the families’ difficulties.
Beth’s counselling room offers a warm and welcoming space where you can feel comfortable and safe, and welcomes all people, abilities, identities and cultures.
Relational Coaching is my personalised approach to helping people get on with one another and with life. I like coaching as a metaphor because it is positive, outcome orientated and has an everyday feel to it. One way of looking at counselling is to see it as a safe place to say what you need to say, to discover ways of saying what you need to say, to have someone hear (really hear) what you need to say, and to help you say it well!
Relational Coaching is my personalised approach to helping people get on with one another and with life. I like coaching as a metaphor because it is positive, outcome orientated and has an everyday feel to it. One way of looking at counselling is to see it as a safe place to say what you need to say, to discover ways of saying what you need to say, to have someone hear (really hear) what you need to say, and to help you say it well!
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).
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or locked in the same painful patterns—whether in your relationships, your sense of self, or your ability to feel safe in the world.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, you’re not alone. Many clients I see are carrying invisible pain—trauma, relationship struggles, or harsh self-criticism that won’t let up. I offer therapy that’s steady, practical, and tailored to help you find clarity, strength, and emotional connection—with yourself and with others who matter most.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or locked in the same painful patterns—whether in your relationships, your sense of self, or your ability to feel safe in the world.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, you’re not alone. Many clients I see are carrying invisible pain—trauma, relationship struggles, or harsh self-criticism that won’t let up. I offer therapy that’s steady, practical, and tailored to help you find clarity, strength, and emotional connection—with yourself and with others who matter most.
Nerida works with individuals and couples.
Nerida is a registered Clinical Psychologist, Sex Therapist and Board Approved Supervisor with thirteen years clinical experience. Nerida is passionate about the field of sex therapy and believes that every person has the right to a fulfilling and satisfying sex life. Nerida recognizes that intimacy is a core component of an individual’s wellbeing.
Nerida works with individuals and couples.
Nerida is a registered Clinical Psychologist, Sex Therapist and Board Approved Supervisor with thirteen years clinical experience. Nerida is passionate about the field of sex therapy and believes that every person has the right to a fulfilling and satisfying sex life. Nerida recognizes that intimacy is a core component of an individual’s wellbeing.
She helps individuals and couples, as well as family councelling.
Pilar is a Licensed psychologist with 32 years of experience. She helps people to improve their lives with therapy. She knows that when the clients follow the treatment for a period of time, they will feel better. The first session the clients will realize they are not alone any more with their problems, and if they are determined to continue, they will feel understood and will develop tools and emotional regulations, ,to improve in general. Pilar offer online therapy in english and in spanish.
She helps individuals and couples, as well as family councelling.
Pilar is a Licensed psychologist with 32 years of experience. She helps people to improve their lives with therapy. She knows that when the clients follow the treatment for a period of time, they will feel better. The first session the clients will realize they are not alone any more with their problems, and if they are determined to continue, they will feel understood and will develop tools and emotional regulations, ,to improve in general. Pilar offer online therapy in english and in spanish.
She has experience in; Domestic violence support, Relationship and grief counselling, mental health support, Goal setting & decision making.
Inner Peace Counselling Services provides a service to anyone who may be needing a little extra support facing issues such as domestic violence, mental health, grief & loss. I offer a mature & compassionate approach and am dedicated to improving the well-being and daily outcomes of those impacted by such distressing issues. Inner Peace Counselling Services is an 'NDIS' approved provider. All services are available in clinic face to face, via zoom or phone. 'NDIS' services can also be provided at nursing homes and in care homes via appointment only.
She has experience in; Domestic violence support, Relationship and grief counselling, mental health support, Goal setting & decision making.
Inner Peace Counselling Services provides a service to anyone who may be needing a little extra support facing issues such as domestic violence, mental health, grief & loss. I offer a mature & compassionate approach and am dedicated to improving the well-being and daily outcomes of those impacted by such distressing issues. Inner Peace Counselling Services is an 'NDIS' approved provider. All services are available in clinic face to face, via zoom or phone. 'NDIS' services can also be provided at nursing homes and in care homes via appointment only.
Do you have a particular life obstacle you’re trying to overcome? Sometimes, seeking help from a professional is the best way to put things into perspective. I want to help you find the tools you need to overcome life obstacles. I am available for face to face and telehealth appointments Australia wide. I work with adults and older teens to help them address mental health or emotional concerns, and children 13+ with anxiety. I work with people with anxiety and depression, as well as addictions, eating disorders and head injuries. I also offer supervision services to Psychologists and Mental Health Workers.
Do you have a particular life obstacle you’re trying to overcome? Sometimes, seeking help from a professional is the best way to put things into perspective. I want to help you find the tools you need to overcome life obstacles. I am available for face to face and telehealth appointments Australia wide. I work with adults and older teens to help them address mental health or emotional concerns, and children 13+ with anxiety. I work with people with anxiety and depression, as well as addictions, eating disorders and head injuries. I also offer supervision services to Psychologists and Mental Health Workers.
This includes relationships with fear, self-doubt, shame and guilt, and major life transitions.
I use a combination of holistic trauma informed strategies to safely support clients with processing their trauma and shifting unhelpful beliefs and unconscious patterns of behaviour. My unique approach is tailored to each individual and includes somatic embodiment, somatic experiencing, mindfulness based therapies, ACT and EFT to achieve the best outcome.
This includes relationships with fear, self-doubt, shame and guilt, and major life transitions.
I use a combination of holistic trauma informed strategies to safely support clients with processing their trauma and shifting unhelpful beliefs and unconscious patterns of behaviour. My unique approach is tailored to each individual and includes somatic embodiment, somatic experiencing, mindfulness based therapies, ACT and EFT to achieve the best outcome.
I am a psychotherapist, educator, father and long term partner and I came to this work through my own experiences with therapy.
Grounded in evidence-based therapies, my approach includes EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT – the gold standard for couples counselling), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Gestalt Therapy. I believe healing happens in connection. Together, we’ll explore what matters most to you, gently working through past patterns and building new ways of relating.
I am a psychotherapist, educator, father and long term partner and I came to this work through my own experiences with therapy.
Grounded in evidence-based therapies, my approach includes EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT – the gold standard for couples counselling), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Gestalt Therapy. I believe healing happens in connection. Together, we’ll explore what matters most to you, gently working through past patterns and building new ways of relating.
Nearby Couples Therapy Searches for Kotara
- Broadmeadow
- Cardiff
- Charlestown
- Hamilton
- Lambton
- Merewether
- New Lambton
- Newcastle
- Newcastle West
- Wallsend
- Warners Bay
- Wickham
FAQ - About Couples Therapy
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.