Couples Psychologists and Therapists in Rushcutters Bay
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments.
We use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) principles to assist our clients. We have assisted 1000s of individuals and couples with positive results.
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments.
We use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) principles to assist our clients. We have assisted 1000s of individuals and couples with positive results.
Are you being impacted by past experiences and relationships more than you would like to be?
I am passionate about helping you make sense of past events and experiences and how the legacy of these experiences may still be impacting on your life. I can help you develop more effective ways to respond to these life scripts when they get triggered in your life. I will do this at the pace that suits you and when you feel ready to take this journey.
Are you being impacted by past experiences and relationships more than you would like to be?
I am passionate about helping you make sense of past events and experiences and how the legacy of these experiences may still be impacting on your life. I can help you develop more effective ways to respond to these life scripts when they get triggered in your life. I will do this at the pace that suits you and when you feel ready to take this journey.
Are you finding yourself in a less than harmonious relationship, dealing with high conflict, or needing to improve communication?
I am a highly qualified Relationship Counsellor with specialised training in the Gottman Method, Terry Real's Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and other effective modalities. In addition to my Psychology Degree, I hold a Master's in Science Medicine and Sexual Health. I am also a registered and board-certified Sex Therapist with extensive experience.
Are you finding yourself in a less than harmonious relationship, dealing with high conflict, or needing to improve communication?
I am a highly qualified Relationship Counsellor with specialised training in the Gottman Method, Terry Real's Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and other effective modalities. In addition to my Psychology Degree, I hold a Master's in Science Medicine and Sexual Health. I am also a registered and board-certified Sex Therapist with extensive experience.
Our experienced psychologists can help you overcome stress, anxiety, depression, cognitive difficulties, and other issues. We can also provide guidance to help you prioritise your mental health, achieve meaningful changes, build self-awareness, and gain insight into your unique difficulties. Through therapy, you can learn new strategies to better manage your thoughts, behaviours and emotions throughout challenging times. Establishing functional psychological skills and habits can bring about lasting change that extends beyond your time in therapy. Our psychologist also offer assessments for ADHD, ASD and learning disorders.
Our experienced psychologists can help you overcome stress, anxiety, depression, cognitive difficulties, and other issues. We can also provide guidance to help you prioritise your mental health, achieve meaningful changes, build self-awareness, and gain insight into your unique difficulties. Through therapy, you can learn new strategies to better manage your thoughts, behaviours and emotions throughout challenging times. Establishing functional psychological skills and habits can bring about lasting change that extends beyond your time in therapy. Our psychologist also offer assessments for ADHD, ASD and learning disorders.
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She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships.
Jennifer is a holistic counsellor that affirms your personal authority in healing yourself. She works from a wellness model similar to that of elite athletes helping you envision and create your best self. EMDR Certified, IFS trained and a vision towards social justice, Jennifer is excellent with loss, PTSD, trauma, abuse and other difficult experiences.
She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships.
Jennifer is a holistic counsellor that affirms your personal authority in healing yourself. She works from a wellness model similar to that of elite athletes helping you envision and create your best self. EMDR Certified, IFS trained and a vision towards social justice, Jennifer is excellent with loss, PTSD, trauma, abuse and other difficult experiences.
With a relationship based on trust, acceptance and warmth, we will work collaboratively to build resources, enabling you to feel validated and challenged as you explore interpersonal issues, anxiety, life challenges, trauma and more to gain empowerment and insight into your situation.
Specialising in trauma and relational matters, as well as managing distress and emotional regulation, I work with a variety of mental health concerns/diagnoses and utilise methods such as CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR (trauma), Narrative and Mindfulness, tailoring the approach to what suits you best and is most effective.
With a relationship based on trust, acceptance and warmth, we will work collaboratively to build resources, enabling you to feel validated and challenged as you explore interpersonal issues, anxiety, life challenges, trauma and more to gain empowerment and insight into your situation.
Specialising in trauma and relational matters, as well as managing distress and emotional regulation, I work with a variety of mental health concerns/diagnoses and utilise methods such as CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR (trauma), Narrative and Mindfulness, tailoring the approach to what suits you best and is most effective.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, you don't have to do it alone.
Life doesn't always unfold the way we expect, and there are times when life's challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck. Sometimes these struggles are connected to past experiences that continue to impact how we see ourselves, relate to others, and navigate the world around us.
I believe that therapy begins with feeling safe, heard, and accepted. My approach is warm, compassionated, and collaborative, providing a non-judgemental space where you can feel safe to explore your experiences at your own pace.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, you don't have to do it alone.
Life doesn't always unfold the way we expect, and there are times when life's challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck. Sometimes these struggles are connected to past experiences that continue to impact how we see ourselves, relate to others, and navigate the world around us.
I believe that therapy begins with feeling safe, heard, and accepted. My approach is warm, compassionated, and collaborative, providing a non-judgemental space where you can feel safe to explore your experiences at your own pace.
I am competent working with clients and children who are with various mental health issues or post-trauma related from their relationships, childhood wounds or work, school bullies.
My Holistic Approach: Mind. Body. Soul.
About Me
I know what it means to rise from rock bottom. My passion is helping others find the strength they didn’t know they had. By combining psychotherapy, psychological therapy, life coaching, and personal training, I offer a holistic, powerful approach that supports lasting transformation—physically, various mental health issues and emotionally.
You don’t have to do it alone. I’ve got you.
I am competent working with clients and children who are with various mental health issues or post-trauma related from their relationships, childhood wounds or work, school bullies.
My Holistic Approach: Mind. Body. Soul.
About Me
I know what it means to rise from rock bottom. My passion is helping others find the strength they didn’t know they had. By combining psychotherapy, psychological therapy, life coaching, and personal training, I offer a holistic, powerful approach that supports lasting transformation—physically, various mental health issues and emotionally.
You don’t have to do it alone. I’ve got you.
Empowering and supportive therapy, helping you heal past trauma, build healthier relationships, and reconnect with your true self.
I offer powerful, evidence-based therapy that combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), IFS, Hypnotherapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Schema therapies. These methods help you process trauma, reconnect with your true self, and rebuild confidence and self-worth, allowing meaningful change to happen.
Empowering and supportive therapy, helping you heal past trauma, build healthier relationships, and reconnect with your true self.
I offer powerful, evidence-based therapy that combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), IFS, Hypnotherapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Schema therapies. These methods help you process trauma, reconnect with your true self, and rebuild confidence and self-worth, allowing meaningful change to happen.
I am a Clinical Counsellor/Psychotherapist that is a mature and responsible individual with strong communication skills who has a successful career in counselling and psychotherapy. I am empathetic and understanding towards my clients and I utilise diverse and appropriate therapeutic approaches suited to each individual’s needs. I provide therapy for adults with problems around Eating Disorders, depression and Borderline Personality Disorder. I incorporate a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Person Centred Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy and Positive Psychology.
I am a Clinical Counsellor/Psychotherapist that is a mature and responsible individual with strong communication skills who has a successful career in counselling and psychotherapy. I am empathetic and understanding towards my clients and I utilise diverse and appropriate therapeutic approaches suited to each individual’s needs. I provide therapy for adults with problems around Eating Disorders, depression and Borderline Personality Disorder. I incorporate a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Person Centred Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy and Positive Psychology.
Above all, I am passionate about helping my clients live happier and more emotionally fulfilling lives. I am honored to be able to provide support and guidance during some of the most challenging times in my clients' lives, and I strive to create a warm and empathetic therapeutic environment where they feel heard, understood, and valued. As a psychologist, my ultimate goal is to help my clients improve their mental health and well-being. I understand that seeking psychological support can be a vulnerable experience, and I provide a safe and confidential space for them to manage effectively their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Above all, I am passionate about helping my clients live happier and more emotionally fulfilling lives. I am honored to be able to provide support and guidance during some of the most challenging times in my clients' lives, and I strive to create a warm and empathetic therapeutic environment where they feel heard, understood, and valued. As a psychologist, my ultimate goal is to help my clients improve their mental health and well-being. I understand that seeking psychological support can be a vulnerable experience, and I provide a safe and confidential space for them to manage effectively their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
If you are currently experiencing challenges or difficult life transitions such as relationship breakdowns, parenting stresses, chronic health issues, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma or fears, call us for a free 15-minute chat.
Hi, I’m Catherine Nyika, the Founder & Principal Practitioner at The Inner Shine Clinic & I am not your average counsellor & coach. I specialise in empowering women & teens to overcome anxiety, 'imposter syndrome" and "not enoughness" so that they can learn to shine again. I will help you to see the light inside of you that you forgot was even there & teach you the self-help tools so that you can keep that light turned on. You find yourself here because you are searching for answers. Inner peace and confidence seem out of reach & other things haven't helped. You recognise it's time to start to heal from the inside out. Let's begin!
If you are currently experiencing challenges or difficult life transitions such as relationship breakdowns, parenting stresses, chronic health issues, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma or fears, call us for a free 15-minute chat.
Hi, I’m Catherine Nyika, the Founder & Principal Practitioner at The Inner Shine Clinic & I am not your average counsellor & coach. I specialise in empowering women & teens to overcome anxiety, 'imposter syndrome" and "not enoughness" so that they can learn to shine again. I will help you to see the light inside of you that you forgot was even there & teach you the self-help tools so that you can keep that light turned on. You find yourself here because you are searching for answers. Inner peace and confidence seem out of reach & other things haven't helped. You recognise it's time to start to heal from the inside out. Let's begin!
Our clinicians have a vast amount of experience in treating a range of concerns, whether it be: depression, anxiety, personality, trauma, drug and alcohol or relationship issues that you're facing, we wish to support you in being a happier, healthier, you.
Our dedicated team understands that each person's journey is unique, and we're here to provide the understanding and support you deserve. We offer a wide range of personalised services, including: individual therapy, family therapy, creative arts therapy and clinical hypnotherapy.
Our clinicians have a vast amount of experience in treating a range of concerns, whether it be: depression, anxiety, personality, trauma, drug and alcohol or relationship issues that you're facing, we wish to support you in being a happier, healthier, you.
Our dedicated team understands that each person's journey is unique, and we're here to provide the understanding and support you deserve. We offer a wide range of personalised services, including: individual therapy, family therapy, creative arts therapy and clinical hypnotherapy.
You will start to have more rewarding, healthy relationships.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and others? You could be feeling depressed, maybe you suffer from anxiety. You might feel overwhelmed by your emotions at times. Sadness. Anger. Confusion. Sometimes they all mix together into one big negative feeling that threatens to overtake you. Or, maybe you just feel numb–you go about your life… like you are living in a daze not knowing what you feel or what you want. Maybe you feel simply just not good enough.
You will start to have more rewarding, healthy relationships.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and others? You could be feeling depressed, maybe you suffer from anxiety. You might feel overwhelmed by your emotions at times. Sadness. Anger. Confusion. Sometimes they all mix together into one big negative feeling that threatens to overtake you. Or, maybe you just feel numb–you go about your life… like you are living in a daze not knowing what you feel or what you want. Maybe you feel simply just not good enough.
I work with individual adults and couples overcoming challenges stemming from Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression.
I work in the present moment with the body and mind utilising mindfulness. My aim is to build your resilience and harness your relationship with your self. An important aspect of this therapy is working compassionately to encourage safety, belonging and autonomy in your life.
I work with individual adults and couples overcoming challenges stemming from Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression.
I work in the present moment with the body and mind utilising mindfulness. My aim is to build your resilience and harness your relationship with your self. An important aspect of this therapy is working compassionately to encourage safety, belonging and autonomy in your life.
So, the goal is to be able to successfully manage the most difficult situation in our life to have a better relationship with ourselves and our loved ones.
I work closely with my clients to explore how early attachments had impacted their life in the present. In a safe environment I will help them to identify and to be aware of their unconscious emotions which interfere with the relationship with themselves and others. So, Dynamics, Interpersonal and Family Constellation Theory help me to find the base of pain.
So, the goal is to be able to successfully manage the most difficult situation in our life to have a better relationship with ourselves and our loved ones.
I work closely with my clients to explore how early attachments had impacted their life in the present. In a safe environment I will help them to identify and to be aware of their unconscious emotions which interfere with the relationship with themselves and others. So, Dynamics, Interpersonal and Family Constellation Theory help me to find the base of pain.
I have a special interest in working with those who have had difficult childhood experiences and relationships - helping integrate those experiences so we have enriched lives and relationships as adults.
Are you struggling with feeling of shame, not being good enough, feel anxious or are uncomfortable around intimacy? Do you feel as though people just don't get you or that no-one is listening to what you are REALLY saying? Are you struggling with the impact of childhood experiences that - no matter what you do - just don't seem to go away? Then psychotherapy can help. With the right person and the right guidance it is possible to navigate through these issues and start to feel as though you are able to engage with life in a meaningful way again. I work together with you to discover that meaning and find a better place in the world.
I have a special interest in working with those who have had difficult childhood experiences and relationships - helping integrate those experiences so we have enriched lives and relationships as adults.
Are you struggling with feeling of shame, not being good enough, feel anxious or are uncomfortable around intimacy? Do you feel as though people just don't get you or that no-one is listening to what you are REALLY saying? Are you struggling with the impact of childhood experiences that - no matter what you do - just don't seem to go away? Then psychotherapy can help. With the right person and the right guidance it is possible to navigate through these issues and start to feel as though you are able to engage with life in a meaningful way again. I work together with you to discover that meaning and find a better place in the world.
Are you and your partner feeling more like housemates than companions, struggling to connect, stuck in the same painful cycles, or living with a quiet disconnection no one else can see?
Using relational, experiential, and attachment-based therapies, I help couples and individuals heal disconnection and strengthen emotional connection. Together, we slow down cycles of blame, withdrawal, or resentment, and build a compassionate, empathic space for openness, where both feel respected, understood, and empowered to relate differently.
Are you and your partner feeling more like housemates than companions, struggling to connect, stuck in the same painful cycles, or living with a quiet disconnection no one else can see?
Using relational, experiential, and attachment-based therapies, I help couples and individuals heal disconnection and strengthen emotional connection. Together, we slow down cycles of blame, withdrawal, or resentment, and build a compassionate, empathic space for openness, where both feel respected, understood, and empowered to relate differently.
I work with adults struggling with unwanted sexual behaviours, compulsive habits, and related stress or relationship difficulties.
I support adults who feel stuck in patterns of unwanted sexual behaviours and want lasting change, including those seeking help to take responsibility and prevent harm. My approach is calm, structured, and non-judgemental, focusing on understanding underlying drivers, building practical strategies, and strengthening self-control and accountability. I provide a confidential space where clients can speak openly without shame. Sessions are goal-focused and paced to support sustainable growth rather than quick fixes. I offer online counselling for individuals ready to engage honestly in the change process.
I work with adults struggling with unwanted sexual behaviours, compulsive habits, and related stress or relationship difficulties.
I support adults who feel stuck in patterns of unwanted sexual behaviours and want lasting change, including those seeking help to take responsibility and prevent harm. My approach is calm, structured, and non-judgemental, focusing on understanding underlying drivers, building practical strategies, and strengthening self-control and accountability. I provide a confidential space where clients can speak openly without shame. Sessions are goal-focused and paced to support sustainable growth rather than quick fixes. I offer online counselling for individuals ready to engage honestly in the change process.
I specialise in individual and relationship/family counselling, Anti-Oppressive Practice, relationships, self-growth and identity, grief & loss, work-life stuff, victim-survivors of interpersonal and systemic violence (both domestic violence and structural oppression i.e. racism), cultural identity, the LGBTIQA+ community, family of origin issues, and relational trauma such as childhood abuse or neglect.
I want to be explicit in saying I am inclusive and warmly welcome all LGBTIQA+. CARM/CALD, poly and non-monogamy, sex-workers and any other diversities. I work Tuesdays and Sundays from 11am till 7:30pm.
I specialise in individual and relationship/family counselling, Anti-Oppressive Practice, relationships, self-growth and identity, grief & loss, work-life stuff, victim-survivors of interpersonal and systemic violence (both domestic violence and structural oppression i.e. racism), cultural identity, the LGBTIQA+ community, family of origin issues, and relational trauma such as childhood abuse or neglect.
I want to be explicit in saying I am inclusive and warmly welcome all LGBTIQA+. CARM/CALD, poly and non-monogamy, sex-workers and any other diversities. I work Tuesdays and Sundays from 11am till 7:30pm.
Nearby Couples Therapy Searches for Rushcutters Bay
- Centennial Park
- Darlinghurst
- Double Bay
- Haymarket
- Kirribilli
- Paddington
- Potts Point
- Pyrmont
- Surry Hills
- Sydney
- Ultimo
- Woolloomooloo
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.