Couples Counselling in South East Queensland, QLD

Lee Hughes
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Verified
Nerang, QLD 4211
Greetings and a warm welcome to you! My name is Lee Hughes and I offer a personalised, evidence-based psychological services grounded in compassion and understanding. If you're navigating through emotional turbulence, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, or wrestling with
relationship
issues, you've already demonstrated courage by considering professional help. Perhaps you're also seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, looking to enrich your relationships, or aspiring to steer your life in a more fulfilling direction. Regardless of your specific concerns, you've taken an important and brave step by seeking assistance.
Greetings and a warm welcome to you! My name is Lee Hughes and I offer a personalised, evidence-based psychological services grounded in compassion and understanding. If you're navigating through emotional turbulence, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, or wrestling with
relationship
issues, you've already demonstrated courage by considering professional help. Perhaps you're also seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, looking to enrich your relationships, or aspiring to steer your life in a more fulfilling direction. Regardless of your specific concerns, you've taken an important and brave step by seeking assistance.

Heather Woodford
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Mooloolaba, QLD 4557
Areas of interest include anxiety, issues with mood, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder,
relationship
issues, family and domestic violence, parenting issues, persistent pain and injury rehabilitation, chronic health issues, fertility issues, eating and body image issues, developmental disorders, substance use problems, and veteran mental health.
Heather is a Psychologist at Nurturing Minds, a local clinic on the Sunshine Coast. We have a less clinical feel and focus on providing our clients with a warm and welcoming environment. Heather spent over 20 years working for Government Health Services, Private Hospital settings, and Not-For-Profit organisations, before deciding to focus fully on her private work. She strives to offer a warm, empathic approach as a therapist, as she knows it can be difficult to make that step to see someone. She is non-judgmental and down to earth and her main goal is to assist people to feel at ease and make sense of their issues.
Areas of interest include anxiety, issues with mood, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder,
relationship
issues, family and domestic violence, parenting issues, persistent pain and injury rehabilitation, chronic health issues, fertility issues, eating and body image issues, developmental disorders, substance use problems, and veteran mental health.
Heather is a Psychologist at Nurturing Minds, a local clinic on the Sunshine Coast. We have a less clinical feel and focus on providing our clients with a warm and welcoming environment. Heather spent over 20 years working for Government Health Services, Private Hospital settings, and Not-For-Profit organisations, before deciding to focus fully on her private work. She strives to offer a warm, empathic approach as a therapist, as she knows it can be difficult to make that step to see someone. She is non-judgmental and down to earth and her main goal is to assist people to feel at ease and make sense of their issues.

Ebonie Stewart
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Broadbeach, QLD 4218 (Online Only)
Building and maintaining an effective therapeutic
relationship
is of great importance to her and Ebonie believes it is the key in enjoyable and productive therapy sessions.
Ebonie is a passionate and empathetic registered psychologist who can provide thorough assessment and intervention across all ages. Ebonie's aim is to work collaboratively with you to enhance your mental health and achieve your goals. Ebonie has worked in a wide variety of settings including Psychiatric Hospital, Schools, Industry, Forensic, Private Practice and Primary Health Care Network. Ebonie has a keen interest in helping clients with substance use and addiction. She also work with offenders and can provide forensic court reports.
Building and maintaining an effective therapeutic
relationship
is of great importance to her and Ebonie believes it is the key in enjoyable and productive therapy sessions.
Ebonie is a passionate and empathetic registered psychologist who can provide thorough assessment and intervention across all ages. Ebonie's aim is to work collaboratively with you to enhance your mental health and achieve your goals. Ebonie has worked in a wide variety of settings including Psychiatric Hospital, Schools, Industry, Forensic, Private Practice and Primary Health Care Network. Ebonie has a keen interest in helping clients with substance use and addiction. She also work with offenders and can provide forensic court reports.

Marcia Maydana
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified
Maroochydore, QLD 4558
Marcia is passionate about helping her clients in overcoming mental health barriers and improving their emotional wellbeing. She has over 13y experience working in private practice, assisting adolescents, adults, and
couples
to address interpersonal issues and mood disorders. Marcia believes that a caring and compassionate therapeutic environment can assist clients to feel welcomed and safe to work on life challenges. Her vibrant personality and empathetic approach ensure that a warm and professional setting is provided. Focusing in adolescents, adults and
couples
, facilitating this life changing experience that therapy may provide.
Marcia is passionate about helping her clients in overcoming mental health barriers and improving their emotional wellbeing. She has over 13y experience working in private practice, assisting adolescents, adults, and
couples
to address interpersonal issues and mood disorders. Marcia believes that a caring and compassionate therapeutic environment can assist clients to feel welcomed and safe to work on life challenges. Her vibrant personality and empathetic approach ensure that a warm and professional setting is provided. Focusing in adolescents, adults and
couples
, facilitating this life changing experience that therapy may provide.

Nurturing Minds
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Mooloolaba, QLD 4557
Other special interest areas include workplace stress and burnout,
relationship
difficulties, perfectionism, assertiveness, psychotic symptoms and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) support.
We can meet the needs of both children and adults with evidence based approaches in a safe environment where you feel heard. Our Director created Nurturing Minds due to the need for a less clinical environment and more equality in the typical patient/expert dynamic. After-all, therapy is a collaborative process and the rapport you have with your Psychologist is the strongest predictor of treatment success.
Other special interest areas include workplace stress and burnout,
relationship
difficulties, perfectionism, assertiveness, psychotic symptoms and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) support.
We can meet the needs of both children and adults with evidence based approaches in a safe environment where you feel heard. Our Director created Nurturing Minds due to the need for a less clinical environment and more equality in the typical patient/expert dynamic. After-all, therapy is a collaborative process and the rapport you have with your Psychologist is the strongest predictor of treatment success.

Maddison Dallow
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
1 Endorsed
Southport, QLD 4215
I am passionate about supporting all ages including children, families, adolescents and adults, and have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, health-related struggles (including perinatal support and chronic conditions), and
relationship
/ family challenges within a variety of settings including hospitals, schools and private practice.
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! I'm Maddy and I'm a Psychologist. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, processing trauma or coping with big life changes? Are you finding your work or relationships are disrupted or you're struggling just to get through the day? Do you have little ones or teens needing a bit of extra support? I can support you with not only finding a way to manage these struggles, but to flourish. It probably seems hard to imagine and you might not even know where to start, but with support, guidance and the right tools I know we can get to a place of contentment and happiness, no matter your starting point.
I am passionate about supporting all ages including children, families, adolescents and adults, and have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, health-related struggles (including perinatal support and chronic conditions), and
relationship
/ family challenges within a variety of settings including hospitals, schools and private practice.
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! I'm Maddy and I'm a Psychologist. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, processing trauma or coping with big life changes? Are you finding your work or relationships are disrupted or you're struggling just to get through the day? Do you have little ones or teens needing a bit of extra support? I can support you with not only finding a way to manage these struggles, but to flourish. It probably seems hard to imagine and you might not even know where to start, but with support, guidance and the right tools I know we can get to a place of contentment and happiness, no matter your starting point.

Life Wisdom Counselling
Counsellor
Verified
Mountain Creek, QLD 4557
Has your life changed all of a sudden due to a bereavement or the end of a
relationship
? Are you feeling confused, alone and overwhelmed by the emotions you are experiencing? Grief and loss can leave us struggling to find relief from the sadness ,anger ,guilt and the many other emotions we may be feeling as well as leaving us paralysed at the thought of how we will find a way to move forward to a place where we can resume living our lives in the absence of our loved one. All of us will feel the effects of grief at some time in our lives but the way we experience it is unique and deeply personal.
Has your life changed all of a sudden due to a bereavement or the end of a
relationship
? Are you feeling confused, alone and overwhelmed by the emotions you are experiencing? Grief and loss can leave us struggling to find relief from the sadness ,anger ,guilt and the many other emotions we may be feeling as well as leaving us paralysed at the thought of how we will find a way to move forward to a place where we can resume living our lives in the absence of our loved one. All of us will feel the effects of grief at some time in our lives but the way we experience it is unique and deeply personal.

Kaye Dallow
Counsellor, MPsych, ACA-L2
Verified
1 Endorsed
Southport, QLD 4215
I love my work, so I am truly invested in each person that walks through my door. I am able to support you with a broad range of mental health issues, from exploring thoughts and behaviour, managing change and coping, to more complex presentations that may have developed through childhood trauma. I am here to support you, to navigate any mental health concerns. I am here to provide guidance through difficult emotions, coping strategies and support toward personal growth and self understanding. Self awareness allows us to grow and our become best self. Supporting children, teens, adults and
couples
.
I love my work, so I am truly invested in each person that walks through my door. I am able to support you with a broad range of mental health issues, from exploring thoughts and behaviour, managing change and coping, to more complex presentations that may have developed through childhood trauma. I am here to support you, to navigate any mental health concerns. I am here to provide guidance through difficult emotions, coping strategies and support toward personal growth and self understanding. Self awareness allows us to grow and our become best self. Supporting children, teens, adults and
couples
.

Julie Bolton Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
Sippy Downs, QLD 4556
I specialise in building a trusting, respectful, therapeutic
relationship
in which you can feel safe to share your story and feel seen, heard and validated.
The shock of a frightening medical diagnosis, significant loss, or other traumatic event in our lives can severely overwhelm our nervous system leaving us feeling fearful, anxious, panicky, unable to relax or sleep, emotional and very reactive to everyone around us. It is an awful place to find ourselves in and as humans we often try to avoid or distract ourselves from these unpleasant thoughts, feelings and emotions as best we can in an attempt to cope. Some of the behaviours we may use to bring short term relief, may be harmful to us in the long term, impact on our relationships, lead to depression or reduce our quality of life.
I specialise in building a trusting, respectful, therapeutic
relationship
in which you can feel safe to share your story and feel seen, heard and validated.
The shock of a frightening medical diagnosis, significant loss, or other traumatic event in our lives can severely overwhelm our nervous system leaving us feeling fearful, anxious, panicky, unable to relax or sleep, emotional and very reactive to everyone around us. It is an awful place to find ourselves in and as humans we often try to avoid or distract ourselves from these unpleasant thoughts, feelings and emotions as best we can in an attempt to cope. Some of the behaviours we may use to bring short term relief, may be harmful to us in the long term, impact on our relationships, lead to depression or reduce our quality of life.

Pamela Chetty (Gold Coast)
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L4
Verified
Upper Coomera, QLD 4209
I have a special interest in working with
relationship
and
couples
’ issues; domestic and family violence; grief and loss; and life’s transitions.
Healthy relationships are an integral part of living a fulfilled life. When we face life’s challenges, however, we may resort to unhealthy ways of dealing with it like belittling each other or not validating a
partner
’s emotions (to name a few).
Couples counselling
is an extremely useful tool for repairing and strengthening your
relationship
. As your
couples
/sex therapist, I can help with: Reconnecting to create security and safety in the
relationship
; Rebuilding trust and safety after an affair/infidelity; Communication issues; Couple goals/vision; Sex and intimacy issues; Parenting issues; Co-parenting; Separation and transition.
I have a special interest in working with
relationship
and
couples
’ issues; domestic and family violence; grief and loss; and life’s transitions.
Healthy relationships are an integral part of living a fulfilled life. When we face life’s challenges, however, we may resort to unhealthy ways of dealing with it like belittling each other or not validating a
partner
’s emotions (to name a few).
Couples counselling
is an extremely useful tool for repairing and strengthening your
relationship
. As your
couples
/sex therapist, I can help with: Reconnecting to create security and safety in the
relationship
; Rebuilding trust and safety after an affair/infidelity; Communication issues; Couple goals/vision; Sex and intimacy issues; Parenting issues; Co-parenting; Separation and transition.

Vera Hempel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, AMHSW
Verified
Caloundra West, QLD 4551
I have been working in mental health recovery for over thirty years and have helped individuals and
couples
gain access to their strengths and transition from chronic stress to resilience through focused psychological interventions and clinical social work counselling. My work experience is grounded in the belief that people function and learn differently during stress, so they respond to different types of intervention.
I have been working in mental health recovery for over thirty years and have helped individuals and
couples
gain access to their strengths and transition from chronic stress to resilience through focused psychological interventions and clinical social work counselling. My work experience is grounded in the belief that people function and learn differently during stress, so they respond to different types of intervention.
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Johann Martin
Counsellor, PhD, CCAA
Verified
Birtinya, QLD 4575
I specialise in helping
couples
, families and family members move on from chronic stress to sustainable resilience.
I have been working in the fields of family therapy and stress-related disorders and conditions for more than twenty-two years, since being an army chaplain both in the South African and Australian Defence Forces during times of military conflict (I served for extensive periods on the front lines of battle and experienced the horrors of traumatic incidents, death, loss, brokenness, anger and excessive aggression behind retaliation on the front line). Touched by the distress of those around me, I realised that we have to be proactive and therefore intentionally develop sustainable resilience before facing extreme distress!
I specialise in helping
couples
, families and family members move on from chronic stress to sustainable resilience.
I have been working in the fields of family therapy and stress-related disorders and conditions for more than twenty-two years, since being an army chaplain both in the South African and Australian Defence Forces during times of military conflict (I served for extensive periods on the front lines of battle and experienced the horrors of traumatic incidents, death, loss, brokenness, anger and excessive aggression behind retaliation on the front line). Touched by the distress of those around me, I realised that we have to be proactive and therefore intentionally develop sustainable resilience before facing extreme distress!

Foundations and Flow counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Mudgeeraba, QLD 4213
Working with adults and
couples
, postnatal mothers and partners the areas of counselling focus on are anxiety, stress, depression, wellness and vitality, career change, self-esteem, and
couples
.
At foundations and flow building client counsellor
relationship
is very important. Developing trust and providing a calm safe space for client's, helps support the process of getting to the core issue in the person life. This can then lead to the unfolding of self awareness and development also allowing the space to work together to building a strong foundation with the client where we can support a deeper connection to self and the empowerment to engage with life confidently. Postnatal counselling is an area I am passionate in supporting working with
couples
to support in what can be a tricky time of adjustment.
Working with adults and
couples
, postnatal mothers and partners the areas of counselling focus on are anxiety, stress, depression, wellness and vitality, career change, self-esteem, and
couples
.
At foundations and flow building client counsellor
relationship
is very important. Developing trust and providing a calm safe space for client's, helps support the process of getting to the core issue in the person life. This can then lead to the unfolding of self awareness and development also allowing the space to work together to building a strong foundation with the client where we can support a deeper connection to self and the empowerment to engage with life confidently. Postnatal counselling is an area I am passionate in supporting working with
couples
to support in what can be a tricky time of adjustment.

Claire Cottone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified
Coolangatta, QLD 4225
I offer private counselling for individuals aged 16+, specialising in trauma, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationships, families, domestic violence, sexual abuse and assault, addiction, body image, sexuality and gender diversity, and cultural diversity. I specialise in the healing of traumas and resolution of the emotional, psychological, and physical imbalances that trauma can cause. I work to create a safe therapeutic
relationship
where you can be yourself, tell your story, and be heard, believed and supported.
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relationship
where you can be yourself, tell your story, and be heard, believed and supported.

Noa Rotenberg
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Southport, QLD 4215
Utilising a Holistic, Trauma-Informed, Mind-body and a collaborative-integrative approach, Noa tailors to each client’s unique presentation and strengths, while building and maintaining a strong therapeutic
relationship
and connections as a priority.
Noa is a Clinical Psychologist dedicated and passionate about creating an inclusive, diverse, supportive, and communicative environment where all clinicians, clients, and support networks can thrive and collaborate to reach their full potential and goals. Noa actively supports her team at Wisemind & Body, as well as allied health professionals and organisations, by providing education and advocating for all-round Health and Wellbeing.
Utilising a Holistic, Trauma-Informed, Mind-body and a collaborative-integrative approach, Noa tailors to each client’s unique presentation and strengths, while building and maintaining a strong therapeutic
relationship
and connections as a priority.
Noa is a Clinical Psychologist dedicated and passionate about creating an inclusive, diverse, supportive, and communicative environment where all clinicians, clients, and support networks can thrive and collaborate to reach their full potential and goals. Noa actively supports her team at Wisemind & Body, as well as allied health professionals and organisations, by providing education and advocating for all-round Health and Wellbeing.

Rhiannon Flavel
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified
Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223
I provide individual, family and
couples
therapy both in person and online to adults & adolescents.
Hello my name's Rhi. I am a psychotherapist, outdoor educator and group facilitator. My background is in adventure therapy & outdoor education, supporting young people and their families for over 10 years. I bring this life experience into my therapeutic practice to offer a specialised approach to this transformational work. My approach as a Gestalt therapist is trauma-informed, holistic, inclusive & deeply relational, grounded in nature & art based therapy.
I provide individual, family and
couples
therapy both in person and online to adults & adolescents.
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Honni Hayton Counselling and EMDR Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Boonah, QLD 4310
I also offer
relationship
counselling, helping
couples
reconnect and find joy and love together.
Do you feel overwhelmed by life's challenges? Are you struggling to cope with anxiety, depression or troubled by past experiences? Are your relationships not what you'd like them to be? If so, please know, there is hope. Imagine finding relief from the burdens that weigh you down! As a dedicated counsellor, my goal is to help you overcome life's challenges and rediscover inner strength. Where appropriate I will use EMDR therapy, to reprocess old memories that may be negatively affecting your present. EMDR is a safe and effective therapy, that can help you have inner peace, emotional wellbeing and a renewed hope for the future.
I also offer
relationship
counselling, helping
couples
reconnect and find joy and love together.
Do you feel overwhelmed by life's challenges? Are you struggling to cope with anxiety, depression or troubled by past experiences? Are your relationships not what you'd like them to be? If so, please know, there is hope. Imagine finding relief from the burdens that weigh you down! As a dedicated counsellor, my goal is to help you overcome life's challenges and rediscover inner strength. Where appropriate I will use EMDR therapy, to reprocess old memories that may be negatively affecting your present. EMDR is a safe and effective therapy, that can help you have inner peace, emotional wellbeing and a renewed hope for the future.

Heidi Germann
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Noosaville, QLD 4566
I have over 20 years experience working with individual clients and
couples
.
I am very privileged to work with clients who are interested in their self growth and development. Most of the time when people come to see a psychologist they are wanting to have some change in their life and they need the space to talk through their issues. I love providing a safe, confidential place for people to explore the difficulties and life experiences that have been challenging for them.
I have over 20 years experience working with individual clients and
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.
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Transform Counselling & Coaching
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Arundel, QLD 4214
Imagine letting of your limiting beliefs and learning techniques that allow you to reach your full potential and live a happier, healthier life. I specialise in coping skills, anxiety, depression, stress management. I offer a safe space where you are comfortable to share no judgement. We can't change your past, but you can make decisions to create a new future. Sometimes you need someone to listen and some help to find clarity. Exploring your issues and goals to find strategies and solutions. Working together will give you awareness and real techniques to make lasting changes in your life. Individual group
relationship
workshops
Imagine letting of your limiting beliefs and learning techniques that allow you to reach your full potential and live a happier, healthier life. I specialise in coping skills, anxiety, depression, stress management. I offer a safe space where you are comfortable to share no judgement. We can't change your past, but you can make decisions to create a new future. Sometimes you need someone to listen and some help to find clarity. Exploring your issues and goals to find strategies and solutions. Working together will give you awareness and real techniques to make lasting changes in your life. Individual group
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Anchor Counselling & Coaching Services
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified
3 Endorsed
Ormeau, QLD 4208
With 20 years' experience in many areas including neurodivergence (autism/adhd/audhd), trauma,
relationship
issues, domestic violence, anger, general mental health and child and adolescent behaviour, I work from an eclectic and strength based perspective.
You followed the plan and it didn't work out. Perhaps you threw out the plan and now regret it or was never given a plan to begin with and life just happened! Regardless how you got here the one thing that is certain, is that something needs to change. The good news is you are not alone, there is always something that can be done. This situation and these feelings will not last forever and you have taken the first courageous step towards changing your course. As a degree qualified and registered counsellor with a background in psychology, I can help you with the next steps.
With 20 years' experience in many areas including neurodivergence (autism/adhd/audhd), trauma,
relationship
issues, domestic violence, anger, general mental health and child and adolescent behaviour, I work from an eclectic and strength based perspective.
You followed the plan and it didn't work out. Perhaps you threw out the plan and now regret it or was never given a plan to begin with and life just happened! Regardless how you got here the one thing that is certain, is that something needs to change. The good news is you are not alone, there is always something that can be done. This situation and these feelings will not last forever and you have taken the first courageous step towards changing your course. As a degree qualified and registered counsellor with a background in psychology, I can help you with the next steps.
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.