Marriage Counselling Therapists in Schofields, NSW
Dedicated to supporting individuals facing challenges like anxiety, stress, and anger with over a decade of experience, I offer personalised, evidence-based solutions tailored to your unique needs. What makes me unique is my holistic approach that empowers you to unlock your potential and develop healthier coping mechanisms. I believe in a collaborative journey toward mental well-being. With immediate access to services and a focus on reducing stigma around mental health, I am here to guide you on your journey to well-being. My empathetic and non-judgmental style fosters a safe environment for exploration and lasting client change.
Dedicated to supporting individuals facing challenges like anxiety, stress, and anger with over a decade of experience, I offer personalised, evidence-based solutions tailored to your unique needs. What makes me unique is my holistic approach that empowers you to unlock your potential and develop healthier coping mechanisms. I believe in a collaborative journey toward mental well-being. With immediate access to services and a focus on reducing stigma around mental health, I am here to guide you on your journey to well-being. My empathetic and non-judgmental style fosters a safe environment for exploration and lasting client change.
She has extensive experience working with children, as well as adults, couples, and families.
Life is filled with challenges and tribulations but a little guidance can help to point you in the right direction. Smita is a registered Psychologist with AHPRA and an associated member of the APS. Smita holds an M.Phil ( Master of Philosophy) degree in Medical and Social Psychology, a Master's Degree in Applied and Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor's in Psychology and Education. She also obtained a year of training in epidemiology and genetics from the University of Pittsburgh, USA. She has also completed Counselling children course from ACS Australia.
She has extensive experience working with children, as well as adults, couples, and families.
Life is filled with challenges and tribulations but a little guidance can help to point you in the right direction. Smita is a registered Psychologist with AHPRA and an associated member of the APS. Smita holds an M.Phil ( Master of Philosophy) degree in Medical and Social Psychology, a Master's Degree in Applied and Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor's in Psychology and Education. She also obtained a year of training in epidemiology and genetics from the University of Pittsburgh, USA. She has also completed Counselling children course from ACS Australia.
My ideal clients are adults navigating workplace trauma, anxiety, PTSD, or major life transitions — including those on WorkCover/SIRA claims. I have a special passion for working with migrants and the Iranian/Persian-speaking community in Sydney, as well as neurodiverse individuals who feel overwhelmed or misunderstood.
Many come to me after a workplace injury or accident, struggling with the emotional and psychological toll on their daily life and relationships. Others arrive at a quiet turning point — a diagnosis, a breakdown, or the realisation that things can't stay the way they are.
My ideal clients are adults navigating workplace trauma, anxiety, PTSD, or major life transitions — including those on WorkCover/SIRA claims. I have a special passion for working with migrants and the Iranian/Persian-speaking community in Sydney, as well as neurodiverse individuals who feel overwhelmed or misunderstood.
Many come to me after a workplace injury or accident, struggling with the emotional and psychological toll on their daily life and relationships. Others arrive at a quiet turning point — a diagnosis, a breakdown, or the realisation that things can't stay the way they are.
I believe in a holistic approach to mental health, understanding that emotional well-being is connected to every aspect of life. With empathy, respect, and a commitment to overall well-being, I work with my clients to help them uncover their inner strengths and overcome the barriers in a safe and non-judgmental space.
I believe in a holistic approach to mental health, understanding that emotional well-being is connected to every aspect of life. With empathy, respect, and a commitment to overall well-being, I work with my clients to help them uncover their inner strengths and overcome the barriers in a safe and non-judgmental space.
Before I worked as a clinical psychologist, I was a professional musician. This line of work taught me a lot. I found that the best music is made when one listens carefully, and responds to what is happening in the moment, rather than simply reciting familiar material. I bring the same philosophy to my work as a psychologist. It is incredibly important to first listen, and deeply understand the goals of the individual, which then guide the direction of therapy.
Before I worked as a clinical psychologist, I was a professional musician. This line of work taught me a lot. I found that the best music is made when one listens carefully, and responds to what is happening in the moment, rather than simply reciting familiar material. I bring the same philosophy to my work as a psychologist. It is incredibly important to first listen, and deeply understand the goals of the individual, which then guide the direction of therapy.
Shagufta can help individuals who are experiencing mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty focusing and prioritising. I can help children, teenagers and adults with identifying their key problem areas and achieve their goals. I can also help with autism, ADHD and cognitive assessments for children and adults since results from these assessments gives the opportunity understand yourself better and to get the right support at school, home, and from family, friends, teachers and workplace. I can also help people who would like to apply for NDIS, I also work with insurance and workers compensation.
Shagufta can help individuals who are experiencing mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty focusing and prioritising. I can help children, teenagers and adults with identifying their key problem areas and achieve their goals. I can also help with autism, ADHD and cognitive assessments for children and adults since results from these assessments gives the opportunity understand yourself better and to get the right support at school, home, and from family, friends, teachers and workplace. I can also help people who would like to apply for NDIS, I also work with insurance and workers compensation.
If you are seeking a space where you can feel understood and supported in creating impactful change, I would be honoured to connect and work alongside you.
If you are seeking a space where you can feel understood and supported in creating impactful change, I would be honoured to connect and work alongside you.
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Hi, welcome. I support people navigating a range of life challenges. This may be a specific situation or life transition, or more ongoing challenges where you have noticed patterns that seem to keep repeating. You may be experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, stress, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, burnout, low self-worth, perfectionism, people-pleasing, identity questions, boundary challenges, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. I provide a compassionate and authentic space to explore what has brought you here today.
Hi, welcome. I support people navigating a range of life challenges. This may be a specific situation or life transition, or more ongoing challenges where you have noticed patterns that seem to keep repeating. You may be experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, stress, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, burnout, low self-worth, perfectionism, people-pleasing, identity questions, boundary challenges, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. I provide a compassionate and authentic space to explore what has brought you here today.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that keep repeating? Maybe anxiety, low mood, or past trauma has shaped how you see yourself and your relationships. In our work together, we explore underlying beliefs and unmet emotional needs that might be keeping you stuck. you deserve to feel safe, connected, and be authenticely yourself.
I work with individuals across the lifespan, including:
- Neurodivergence
- Depression, Anxiety, PTSD
- Conduct & Personality Disorders
- Intellectual Disability
- Relationship & family challenges
- Work-related stress & more.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that keep repeating? Maybe anxiety, low mood, or past trauma has shaped how you see yourself and your relationships. In our work together, we explore underlying beliefs and unmet emotional needs that might be keeping you stuck. you deserve to feel safe, connected, and be authenticely yourself.
I work with individuals across the lifespan, including:
- Neurodivergence
- Depression, Anxiety, PTSD
- Conduct & Personality Disorders
- Intellectual Disability
- Relationship & family challenges
- Work-related stress & more.
Somatic Psychotherapies offers Clinical Supervision (+SOS), Counselling (talk & somatic based) & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to Child/Youth/Adult, Couples & Families with availability for Weekday & Weekend sessions Online via (Video/Voicelink) across Australia, New Zealand & Worldwide.
I work primarily from a Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) approach using a conversational style listening patiently to you, always with empathy, genuineness and without judgement, to help find the solutions you desire for your life whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session. I support people dealing with a large range life difficulties.
Somatic Psychotherapies offers Clinical Supervision (+SOS), Counselling (talk & somatic based) & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to Child/Youth/Adult, Couples & Families with availability for Weekday & Weekend sessions Online via (Video/Voicelink) across Australia, New Zealand & Worldwide.
I work primarily from a Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) approach using a conversational style listening patiently to you, always with empathy, genuineness and without judgement, to help find the solutions you desire for your life whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session. I support people dealing with a large range life difficulties.
- Seeking a partner to bounce ideas off who understands the pressures of modern life in Western Sydney
At Kintsugi Wellbeing Psychology, I serve as your mirror. This mirror reveals your hidden strengths and potential, while identifying unhelpful patterns that may be holding you back. As your mirror, I love assisting you in connecting the dots through collaboration.
- Seeking a partner to bounce ideas off who understands the pressures of modern life in Western Sydney
At Kintsugi Wellbeing Psychology, I serve as your mirror. This mirror reveals your hidden strengths and potential, while identifying unhelpful patterns that may be holding you back. As your mirror, I love assisting you in connecting the dots through collaboration.
Note that a couple session are 2 hours.
Hi, I’m Gun — an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, trained in Evidence-Based EFT/Tapping, ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), ACT for trauma, anxiety, relationships, ADHD and perfectionism, and a Certified Buteyko Breathing Instructor. I specialise in anxiety, trauma, insomnia, chronic pain/illnesses and other health challenges. Offering psychological interventions tailored to your needs and with a Mental Health Care Plan, 10 Medicare rebate sessions per calendar year.
Note that a couple session are 2 hours.
Hi, I’m Gun — an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, trained in Evidence-Based EFT/Tapping, ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), ACT for trauma, anxiety, relationships, ADHD and perfectionism, and a Certified Buteyko Breathing Instructor. I specialise in anxiety, trauma, insomnia, chronic pain/illnesses and other health challenges. Offering psychological interventions tailored to your needs and with a Mental Health Care Plan, 10 Medicare rebate sessions per calendar year.
I work with individuals, couples, and groups.
Alongside individual therapy, I specialise in Group Analytic Psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is a powerful, cost-effective approach that brings relational patterns into focus. In these long-term groups, familiar roles and dynamics can emerge, offering rich opportunities for insight, connection, and meaningful change.
I work with individuals, couples, and groups.
Alongside individual therapy, I specialise in Group Analytic Psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is a powerful, cost-effective approach that brings relational patterns into focus. In these long-term groups, familiar roles and dynamics can emerge, offering rich opportunities for insight, connection, and meaningful change.
Drawing on evidence-based approaches, I support individuals, couples, and families in working through anxiety, relationship patterns, grief, and identity struggles—always at a pace that feels safe and empowering.
My ideal client may be navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, burnout, or major life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or uncertain about their future. They long for clarity, connection, emotional safety, and healthier boundaries—whether in their relationships, workplace, or within themselves. They're seeking a space where they feel heard and empowered to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence and self-trust.
Drawing on evidence-based approaches, I support individuals, couples, and families in working through anxiety, relationship patterns, grief, and identity struggles—always at a pace that feels safe and empowering.
My ideal client may be navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, burnout, or major life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or uncertain about their future. They long for clarity, connection, emotional safety, and healthier boundaries—whether in their relationships, workplace, or within themselves. They're seeking a space where they feel heard and empowered to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence and self-trust.
At the heart of my approach with couples is the Imago Dialogue (Imago Relationship Therapy).
Whether you're facing the challenges of battling depression, managing anxiety, wrestling with low self-esteem, navigating parenting difficulties, relationship issues, coping with stress, dealing with life crises, family issues, complex trauma, PTSD, cross-cultural dilemmas, coping with grief and loss, tackling workplace stress, or providing support for children after separation—I'm here for you. Expect a reset button for your life. In our Telehealth sessions, we connect virtually to explore and understand your experiences. It's a conversation that helps you focus on what matters most – you.
At the heart of my approach with couples is the Imago Dialogue (Imago Relationship Therapy).
Whether you're facing the challenges of battling depression, managing anxiety, wrestling with low self-esteem, navigating parenting difficulties, relationship issues, coping with stress, dealing with life crises, family issues, complex trauma, PTSD, cross-cultural dilemmas, coping with grief and loss, tackling workplace stress, or providing support for children after separation—I'm here for you. Expect a reset button for your life. In our Telehealth sessions, we connect virtually to explore and understand your experiences. It's a conversation that helps you focus on what matters most – you.
Life can be hard as it is, then it can feel like the universe throws you a curveball. Whether it be dealing with relationships, conflicts, life transitions, or figuring out who you want to be; therapy can be the first step to getting you in the right direction. I believe that there is no issue too small, they are all worth exploring. Taking the person-centered approach means I tap into where you're at and finding the right support for you. I work with you to highlight your strengths, build confidence and the autonomy to jump into the driver's seat, to make decisions about your life.
Life can be hard as it is, then it can feel like the universe throws you a curveball. Whether it be dealing with relationships, conflicts, life transitions, or figuring out who you want to be; therapy can be the first step to getting you in the right direction. I believe that there is no issue too small, they are all worth exploring. Taking the person-centered approach means I tap into where you're at and finding the right support for you. I work with you to highlight your strengths, build confidence and the autonomy to jump into the driver's seat, to make decisions about your life.
For over 10 years my experience and training has focused on adding value to the lives of those who seek to enrich their quality and experience of life. I specialise in therapeutic techniques for those who want to: aspire toward personal/professional goals; seek meaning; overcome relationship challenges; escape a life rut; struggle with men’s issues; or just overcome those persistent overwhelming uncomfortable emotions and thoughts. Additionally, I specialise in treating people with prolonged mental health conditions, unhelpful habits or behaviours for which you have been unable to overcome through previous treatment.
For over 10 years my experience and training has focused on adding value to the lives of those who seek to enrich their quality and experience of life. I specialise in therapeutic techniques for those who want to: aspire toward personal/professional goals; seek meaning; overcome relationship challenges; escape a life rut; struggle with men’s issues; or just overcome those persistent overwhelming uncomfortable emotions and thoughts. Additionally, I specialise in treating people with prolonged mental health conditions, unhelpful habits or behaviours for which you have been unable to overcome through previous treatment.
IFS Level 1 . I use IFS therapy to help children, adolescents and adults. I work with mental health issues around depression, anxiety, trauma and grief. I also help with deeper underlying issues such as being a 'people pleaser', 'finding it hard to say no', 'needing to get things right', difficulties with anger, and difficulties with intimacy and forming relationships.
IFS Level 1 . I use IFS therapy to help children, adolescents and adults. I work with mental health issues around depression, anxiety, trauma and grief. I also help with deeper underlying issues such as being a 'people pleaser', 'finding it hard to say no', 'needing to get things right', difficulties with anger, and difficulties with intimacy and forming relationships.
She is passionate about working with individuals, couples, and people in diverse relationship dynamics.
At Elemental, Renée’s personal approach creates an environment where each person feels supported, connected, and understood. She believes that our sense of self and our interpersonal relationships are vital to our overall well-being. Relationships can shape who we are, how we see the world, and how we feel about ourselves. At the heart of our human experience lies the need for connection. Renée values diversity and cherishes the richness and creativity that our differences bring to our lives. She loves working with people of all sexual preferences, sex and gender identities, cultural backgrounds, and relationship types and styles.
She is passionate about working with individuals, couples, and people in diverse relationship dynamics.
At Elemental, Renée’s personal approach creates an environment where each person feels supported, connected, and understood. She believes that our sense of self and our interpersonal relationships are vital to our overall well-being. Relationships can shape who we are, how we see the world, and how we feel about ourselves. At the heart of our human experience lies the need for connection. Renée values diversity and cherishes the richness and creativity that our differences bring to our lives. She loves working with people of all sexual preferences, sex and gender identities, cultural backgrounds, and relationship types and styles.
Our emotions play a key role in our mental health. They can make us feel happy, sad, frustrated, depressed, angry, fear or in calm. But when they are affected, the emotions can affect our thinking, behaviour or physical health through symptoms such as insomnia, tiredness, overthinking, lack of energy and many others. 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. If we have mental health we will be able to face any situation no matter how difficult it may be. Look for a mental health support is the best decision!
Our emotions play a key role in our mental health. They can make us feel happy, sad, frustrated, depressed, angry, fear or in calm. But when they are affected, the emotions can affect our thinking, behaviour or physical health through symptoms such as insomnia, tiredness, overthinking, lack of energy and many others. 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. If we have mental health we will be able to face any situation no matter how difficult it may be. Look for a mental health support is the best decision!
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FAQ - Marriage Counselling
What issues does marriage counselling help with?
Marriage counselling can address common relationship concerns, including ongoing conflict, communication challenges, emotional distance, or difficulty making decisions together. It may also be helpful for couples who are not currently experiencing major problems but want to prepare for future life changes. For more specific concerns affecting one individual in the relationship, such as trauma, depression, or significant substance use concerns, individual therapy may be more appropriate than marriage counselling.
When is the right time to start marriage counselling?
There is no single “right” time to start marriage counselling, but certain signs may suggest that counselling could be helpful. For example, a couple may benefit from counselling if many conversations end in conflict, if negative interactions are becoming more frequent, or if relationship stress is affecting other areas of life, such as sleep, work, parenting, or friendships. Some couples also seek counselling proactively. Premarital counselling, for instance, allows couples to discuss communication styles, finances, family dynamics, and future goals before getting married. Other couples may start counselling before a major life change, such as becoming parents, relocating, or navigating a stressful career transition.
Is marriage counselling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Marriage counselling may still help even if one partner is more hesitant to attend, as long as both people are ultimately willing to participate in sessions. Once counselling is underway, the more hesitant partner may become more open to sessions that can strengthen the relationship and build coping skills and communication strategies. If one partner refuses to attend, individual therapy may still help the other partner understand their needs, set boundaries, and decide how to approach the relationship.
Is online marriage counselling as effective as in-person?
There are differing opinions on the best format for marriage counselling. While some studies show that online marriage counselling can be as effective as in-person counselling, some argue that in-person counselling is more effective because it allows the therapist to better pick up on context and body language cues. In addition, in-person counselling may be a better fit for couples who are working through high-conflict issues. Ultimately, the “best” format depends on the couple’s specific needs and concerns.
What is faith-based marriage counselling and how is it different?
Faith-based marriage counselling incorporates a couple’s religious or spiritual beliefs into counselling. It may be a good fit for couples who want to discuss their relationship, values, and marriage within the context of their faith. For example, Christian marriage counselling may appeal to couples who want a counsellor familiar with Christian beliefs about marriage. Other forms of faith-based counselling may incorporate Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, or other religious perspectives into sessions.
How much does marriage counselling cost and is it covered by insurance?
Marriage counselling in Australia is usually paid for privately. Medicare rebates generally do not apply to couples or marriage counselling, although some private health insurance plans may cover part of the cost. If you are unsure whether your plan offers a marriage counselling benefit, you can inquire with your insurance provider about any available rebates or coverage options. When paid for privately, sessions often cost around AUD $150 to $250 or more. Fees depend on location, counsellor experience, session length, and practice setting. Lower-cost options may be available through sliding scale fees, which adjust the cost of counselling based on income, as well as through community services or non-profit organisations that offer reduced-cost services.