Couples Psychologists and Therapists in Bentleigh East
Perhaps you're juggling work, family, relationships, or caring for others, and somewhere along the way your own needs have been pushed aside.
I support women experiencing grief and loss, burnout, emotional overwhelm, identity loss, and major life transitions. I provide a calm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're experiencing, and feel supported. Together, we work toward rebuilding connection, emotional stability, confidence, and a sense of self.
Perhaps you're juggling work, family, relationships, or caring for others, and somewhere along the way your own needs have been pushed aside.
I support women experiencing grief and loss, burnout, emotional overwhelm, identity loss, and major life transitions. I provide a calm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're experiencing, and feel supported. Together, we work toward rebuilding connection, emotional stability, confidence, and a sense of self.
I believe that loving yourself is the foundation for healthy, fulfilling relationships with others.
My clients are usually either individuals or couples, and struggle with various issues, be they in their relationships with partners, parents or children, or in coping with anxiety, stress, depression, grief or loss. I always look at the person rather than the problem, helping them achieve the positive outcomes that they seek.
I believe that loving yourself is the foundation for healthy, fulfilling relationships with others.
My clients are usually either individuals or couples, and struggle with various issues, be they in their relationships with partners, parents or children, or in coping with anxiety, stress, depression, grief or loss. I always look at the person rather than the problem, helping them achieve the positive outcomes that they seek.
I work with adolescents and adults, from complex concerns to NDIS, to everyday challenges that come with work, relationships, identity, stress, or major life transitions.
While I hold particular insight into South Asian experiences, I work with and support people of all identities, including diverse cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and life experiences, approaching each person with sensitivity, respect and openness.
I work with adolescents and adults, from complex concerns to NDIS, to everyday challenges that come with work, relationships, identity, stress, or major life transitions.
While I hold particular insight into South Asian experiences, I work with and support people of all identities, including diverse cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and life experiences, approaching each person with sensitivity, respect and openness.
Shraevani has over 25 years’ experience in clinical mental health as a clinician and as a leader. She has worked in public health and as a private practitioner. She has a practical and compassionate approach to therapy. Shraevani is trained in a number of evidence based therapeutic modalities including, but not limited to, CBT – cognitive behaviour therapy, EMDR – eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing therapy, MBCT – Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, SFT – Solution Focused Therapy, Brief Therapy, EFT and Systems. She provides therapy for relationship problems/difficulties, anxiety, depression and other life stresses.
Shraevani has over 25 years’ experience in clinical mental health as a clinician and as a leader. She has worked in public health and as a private practitioner. She has a practical and compassionate approach to therapy. Shraevani is trained in a number of evidence based therapeutic modalities including, but not limited to, CBT – cognitive behaviour therapy, EMDR – eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing therapy, MBCT – Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, SFT – Solution Focused Therapy, Brief Therapy, EFT and Systems. She provides therapy for relationship problems/difficulties, anxiety, depression and other life stresses.
I am now seeing Individuals and Couples.
Hi there ! Thanks for clicking on my profile. I have over 20 years of practitioner experience, initially as a doctor working in mental health, then as a counsellor and presently, a psychologist.
I will see Private, Medicare, NDIS, Workcover and Victims of Crime clients.
I am now seeing Individuals and Couples.
Hi there ! Thanks for clicking on my profile. I have over 20 years of practitioner experience, initially as a doctor working in mental health, then as a counsellor and presently, a psychologist.
I will see Private, Medicare, NDIS, Workcover and Victims of Crime clients.
I offer problem solving approaches to general life and relationship problems.
Dr Trotter (BA(Psych), MSW, PhD) is an Emeritus Professor at Monash University with degrees in psychology and social work. He is an accredited mental health social worker, with expertise in focused psychological strategies, dealing with trauma and individual and family counselling.
I offer problem solving approaches to general life and relationship problems.
Dr Trotter (BA(Psych), MSW, PhD) is an Emeritus Professor at Monash University with degrees in psychology and social work. He is an accredited mental health social worker, with expertise in focused psychological strategies, dealing with trauma and individual and family counselling.
I work with individuals and couples, supporting deeper connection and understanding.
I support individuals and couples connect to themselves and each other by using Emotionally Focused Therapy, Parts work, Authentic Relating and the Gottman Method. I also have a Bachelor of Social Science, Diploma of Counselling, and certificates in Yoga Teaching, Somatic Attachment Therapy, and Silent Counselling.
I work with individuals and couples, supporting deeper connection and understanding.
I support individuals and couples connect to themselves and each other by using Emotionally Focused Therapy, Parts work, Authentic Relating and the Gottman Method. I also have a Bachelor of Social Science, Diploma of Counselling, and certificates in Yoga Teaching, Somatic Attachment Therapy, and Silent Counselling.
Sharon has a Masters Degree in Counselling, specialising in relationships.
Employing evidence-based approaches, she customises therapy to the unique goals and needs of each client and their relationship.
Sharon is highly skilled working with clients from a broad range of backgrounds and communities including intimate relationships where one or both partners are neurodivergent.
Sharon has a Masters Degree in Counselling, specialising in relationships.
Employing evidence-based approaches, she customises therapy to the unique goals and needs of each client and their relationship.
Sharon is highly skilled working with clients from a broad range of backgrounds and communities including intimate relationships where one or both partners are neurodivergent.
I place great value on building a strong, trusting relationship, working collaboratively with you to support your goals.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals with complex psychological needs across the lifespan, working in schools (primary and secondary), hospitals, & private settings. I provide therapy for children, adolescents, adults, & older adults. My approach is compassionate, tailored, and grounded in respect for each person's unique journey.
I place great value on building a strong, trusting relationship, working collaboratively with you to support your goals.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals with complex psychological needs across the lifespan, working in schools (primary and secondary), hospitals, & private settings. I provide therapy for children, adolescents, adults, & older adults. My approach is compassionate, tailored, and grounded in respect for each person's unique journey.
Areas of expertise include: Child and Adolescent issues and development; Developmental transitions; Relationships and Interpersonal Issues; Anxiety/Depression management; Conflict resolution and Mediation; Stress Management; Study Skills and Parenting Skills.
I am an experienced Psychologist who has worked extensively with both Children, Adolescents and families during the past 32 years - predominantly within the school setting and in private practice. Areas of expertise include Psychological and Educational Assessment and Counselling. I have assisted young people and adults cope with difficulties in their life, supporting them to make sense of their experiences and learn coping strategies. I am an experienced group and training facilitator in Personality assessment and Social and Emotional programs.
Areas of expertise include: Child and Adolescent issues and development; Developmental transitions; Relationships and Interpersonal Issues; Anxiety/Depression management; Conflict resolution and Mediation; Stress Management; Study Skills and Parenting Skills.
I am an experienced Psychologist who has worked extensively with both Children, Adolescents and families during the past 32 years - predominantly within the school setting and in private practice. Areas of expertise include Psychological and Educational Assessment and Counselling. I have assisted young people and adults cope with difficulties in their life, supporting them to make sense of their experiences and learn coping strategies. I am an experienced group and training facilitator in Personality assessment and Social and Emotional programs.
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She is skilled in managing values conflicts within families, partners and work places, with the goal of creating less chaotic relationships in these spheres.
Kaye is a sex worker allied BPD and Bipolar psychologist. Her therapy is anti-oppressive, treating symptoms that are the result of societal pressure, traditional roles and external expectations. Kaye is sex worker friendly, neuro and gender affirming, with expertise at organising the experience people of colour have, living within modern Australian culture
She is skilled in managing values conflicts within families, partners and work places, with the goal of creating less chaotic relationships in these spheres.
Kaye is a sex worker allied BPD and Bipolar psychologist. Her therapy is anti-oppressive, treating symptoms that are the result of societal pressure, traditional roles and external expectations. Kaye is sex worker friendly, neuro and gender affirming, with expertise at organising the experience people of colour have, living within modern Australian culture
I am a clinical psychologist with over twenty-five years' experience. I provide an affordable service with most sessions attracting a generous Medicare rebate provided that you have a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP. The service offers convenient day time and after-hours consultation times and is centrally located close to major transport in Southbank.
I am a clinical psychologist with over twenty-five years' experience. I provide an affordable service with most sessions attracting a generous Medicare rebate provided that you have a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP. The service offers convenient day time and after-hours consultation times and is centrally located close to major transport in Southbank.
Zoë is a registered & experienced Clinical Sexologist, Psychosexual Therapist, Sex & Relationship Therapist, the founder & principal practitioner of Sex-EQ with over 25 years psychotherapeutic experience.
Therapy may take a brief or extended period of time depending on identified treatment needs. Zoë uses an integrative evidenced based intuitive approach incorporating psychosexual, psychodynamic & somatic practice models. Sex-EQ works with all diverse populations & NDIS clients. Zoë started out as a therapist in 1998 at VAC - Thorn Harbour Health LGBTIQA+
Zoë is a registered & experienced Clinical Sexologist, Psychosexual Therapist, Sex & Relationship Therapist, the founder & principal practitioner of Sex-EQ with over 25 years psychotherapeutic experience.
Therapy may take a brief or extended period of time depending on identified treatment needs. Zoë uses an integrative evidenced based intuitive approach incorporating psychosexual, psychodynamic & somatic practice models. Sex-EQ works with all diverse populations & NDIS clients. Zoë started out as a therapist in 1998 at VAC - Thorn Harbour Health LGBTIQA+
For almost twenty years I’ve had the privilege of helping people understand themselves more deeply—not by reducing them to a diagnosis, but by understanding the many experiences, relationships, environments and strengths that have shaped who they are.
If you’ve found yourself here, I’m guessing life has become harder than it needs to be.
Perhaps you’ve spent years trying harder, only to wonder why it never seemed to get any easier. Maybe you’ve become incredibly good at coping, while privately feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve spent your life feeling misunderstood, or perhaps someone you love is struggling and you don’t know how to reach them anymore.
Whatever has brought you here, I’m glad you found your way.
For almost twenty years I’ve had the privilege of helping people understand themselves more deeply—not by reducing them to a diagnosis, but by understanding the many experiences, relationships, environments and strengths that have shaped who they are.
If you’ve found yourself here, I’m guessing life has become harder than it needs to be.
Perhaps you’ve spent years trying harder, only to wonder why it never seemed to get any easier. Maybe you’ve become incredibly good at coping, while privately feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve spent your life feeling misunderstood, or perhaps someone you love is struggling and you don’t know how to reach them anymore.
Whatever has brought you here, I’m glad you found your way.
I am a psychologist and couples counsellor who supports people with discovering their identity and finding a greater sense of meaning and purpose in their lives.
I’ve worked in clinical settings, public and private hospitals, universities and corporate organisations to help people understand the complexities between our physical health, mental health, work, education, culture, relationships and finding our purpose.
I am a psychologist and couples counsellor who supports people with discovering their identity and finding a greater sense of meaning and purpose in their lives.
I’ve worked in clinical settings, public and private hospitals, universities and corporate organisations to help people understand the complexities between our physical health, mental health, work, education, culture, relationships and finding our purpose.
I also support couples reduce conflict, increase their ability to hold their own and their partners' emotions, strengthen emotional security in each other, (especially after infidelity) and help them reignite sexual intimacy.
I am an Emotional Focused Couples and Individual therapist (EFT). EFT is a therapeutic model based on attachment theory that strengthens emotional bonds to create emotional security within ourself, others and the world. I am a Family Constellation Facilitator and also use Radical Exposure Tapping (Laurie McKinnon) for resolving traumatic experiences.
I also support couples reduce conflict, increase their ability to hold their own and their partners' emotions, strengthen emotional security in each other, (especially after infidelity) and help them reignite sexual intimacy.
I am an Emotional Focused Couples and Individual therapist (EFT). EFT is a therapeutic model based on attachment theory that strengthens emotional bonds to create emotional security within ourself, others and the world. I am a Family Constellation Facilitator and also use Radical Exposure Tapping (Laurie McKinnon) for resolving traumatic experiences.
Some are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, while others are seeking greater clarity, balance, and a way forward.
My work focuses on helping you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while developing practical strategies to manage challenges and build resilience. I aim to support you in relating to difficult experiences with greater flexibility and self-compassion, while moving toward what matters most to you.
Some are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, while others are seeking greater clarity, balance, and a way forward.
My work focuses on helping you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while developing practical strategies to manage challenges and build resilience. I aim to support you in relating to difficult experiences with greater flexibility and self-compassion, while moving toward what matters most to you.
Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress.
With a Master of Counselling, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and an ongoing professional development, she offers tailored therapy using CBT, ACT, EFT, and more. Yumi also provides psychoeducation through visual tools, empowering clients to challenge negative thinking, identify areas of growth, and apply what they’ve learned outside of sessions.
Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress.
With a Master of Counselling, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and an ongoing professional development, she offers tailored therapy using CBT, ACT, EFT, and more. Yumi also provides psychoeducation through visual tools, empowering clients to challenge negative thinking, identify areas of growth, and apply what they’ve learned outside of sessions.
Paula-Jane is an accredited mental health counsellor and sex therapist working with individuals and intimate couples; providing care for a diverse range of issues and concerns.
Everyone deserves to live their best life. Together we will work towards bettering your relationship with yourself and others through individual and couples counselling. Paula-Jane specializes in complex trauma, working with adults who are victim/survivors of childhood sexual assault, and sex and intimacy education for NDIS participants.
Paula-Jane is an accredited mental health counsellor and sex therapist working with individuals and intimate couples; providing care for a diverse range of issues and concerns.
Everyone deserves to live their best life. Together we will work towards bettering your relationship with yourself and others through individual and couples counselling. Paula-Jane specializes in complex trauma, working with adults who are victim/survivors of childhood sexual assault, and sex and intimacy education for NDIS participants.
You might be feeling stuck, distant from your partner, or caught in the same painful arguments.
With more than 10 years’ experience as a counsellor, I offer a steady, compassionate presence—someone who can hold space for the challenges while also guiding you towards growth, healing, and deeper connection. I work with couples of all backgrounds and orientations, and I welcome neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, and intercultural relationships.
You might be feeling stuck, distant from your partner, or caught in the same painful arguments.
With more than 10 years’ experience as a counsellor, I offer a steady, compassionate presence—someone who can hold space for the challenges while also guiding you towards growth, healing, and deeper connection. I work with couples of all backgrounds and orientations, and I welcome neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, and intercultural relationships.
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Nearby Couples Therapy Searches for Bentleigh East
- Bentleigh
- Brighton East
- Carnegie
- Caulfield
- Caulfield South
- Hampton
- Highett
- Malvern East
- McKinnon
- Moorabbin
- Murrumbeena
- Ormond
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.