Couples Counselling in Kew, VIC
As a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical forensic psychology registrar and board-approved supervisor, On is enthusiastic and compassionate, he emphasises values in creating a collaborative and safe therapeutic relationship to address each clients concerns.
On specialised in diagnostic assessment for neurodevelopmental profiles, such as ADHD, Autism, sensory and learning difficulties. He works closely with a multidisciplinary team. On also gained additional training in trauma-informed therapy, and individual and couple therapy. On also works with clients who has offending history and forensic background.
As a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical forensic psychology registrar and board-approved supervisor, On is enthusiastic and compassionate, he emphasises values in creating a collaborative and safe therapeutic relationship to address each clients concerns.
On specialised in diagnostic assessment for neurodevelopmental profiles, such as ADHD, Autism, sensory and learning difficulties. He works closely with a multidisciplinary team. On also gained additional training in trauma-informed therapy, and individual and couple therapy. On also works with clients who has offending history and forensic background.
Bruce has extensive experience using hypnosis to support and help people regain control over their lives, belief systems and unwanted behaviours including; anxiety & panic attacks; relationship issues; cigarette, alcohol & gambling dependency; fears & phobias; self confidence; insomnia and; weight loss.
Dr Bruce Alexander has devoted his life to the improvement of physical and psychological health. With over 20 years experience, Melbourne Hypnotherapist, Bruce offers private hypnotherapy consultations at his clinic in Kew. After working for 10 years as a medical researcher, Bruce was seeking a new career where he could support people more directly to improve their own lives. He was inspired to train as a hypnotherapist based on his own successful experience using hypnotherapy to gain control over exam anxiety while he was at university.
Bruce has extensive experience using hypnosis to support and help people regain control over their lives, belief systems and unwanted behaviours including; anxiety & panic attacks; relationship issues; cigarette, alcohol & gambling dependency; fears & phobias; self confidence; insomnia and; weight loss.
Dr Bruce Alexander has devoted his life to the improvement of physical and psychological health. With over 20 years experience, Melbourne Hypnotherapist, Bruce offers private hypnotherapy consultations at his clinic in Kew. After working for 10 years as a medical researcher, Bruce was seeking a new career where he could support people more directly to improve their own lives. He was inspired to train as a hypnotherapist based on his own successful experience using hypnotherapy to gain control over exam anxiety while he was at university.
My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
I specialise in working with adults but I also see primary school children and adolescents. My interests are wide & varied including eating disorders, mood disorders, complex trauma couple therapy, relationships difficulties and work place issues.
My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
I specialise in working with adults but I also see primary school children and adolescents. My interests are wide & varied including eating disorders, mood disorders, complex trauma couple therapy, relationships difficulties and work place issues.
Bernadette offers confidential counselling to individuals, couples and families.
Bernadette Brown is a clinically registered Family Therapist/ Couple Therapist/ AAFT Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor. With over 30 years experience working in therapeutic, educational and community services settings, Bernadette is motivated by a deep commitment to making a positive difference to the lives of others. Bernadette practices within a context which embraces acceptance, compassion and inner truth.
Bernadette offers confidential counselling to individuals, couples and families.
Bernadette Brown is a clinically registered Family Therapist/ Couple Therapist/ AAFT Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor. With over 30 years experience working in therapeutic, educational and community services settings, Bernadette is motivated by a deep commitment to making a positive difference to the lives of others. Bernadette practices within a context which embraces acceptance, compassion and inner truth.
Supporting adolescents, young adults and adults when they're experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and other related issues, causes can be triggered by relationship issues, school and workplace bullying, lack of self-identity confidence, attachment challenges, as well as worries about future direction, self-doubt, lack of self-esteem, motivation and especially more recently lockdown impacts due to COVID.
Providing a caring safe space, whether it be face to face, or via telehealth (zoom), phone and text, I support those experiencing stress, anxiety and depression, by using a combination of therapies such as CBT, ACT and Narrative Therapy to develop coping strategies, but also so the client can feel supported and heard in their life story.
Supporting adolescents, young adults and adults when they're experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and other related issues, causes can be triggered by relationship issues, school and workplace bullying, lack of self-identity confidence, attachment challenges, as well as worries about future direction, self-doubt, lack of self-esteem, motivation and especially more recently lockdown impacts due to COVID.
Providing a caring safe space, whether it be face to face, or via telehealth (zoom), phone and text, I support those experiencing stress, anxiety and depression, by using a combination of therapies such as CBT, ACT and Narrative Therapy to develop coping strategies, but also so the client can feel supported and heard in their life story.
I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, health conditions, and other concerns.
Every person is unique, so you deserve a counselling experience tailored to your individual goals and values. My person-centered approach places you at the heart of the process, offering guidance, insight, and support. Whether you're facing challenges in your personal life, relationships, mental health, or physical health, I’m here to help. I’ve worked with individuals of all ages, including teens, women, men, mothers, and people suffering from illness. This diverse experience has deepened my understanding of the unique challenges each person faces.
I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, health conditions, and other concerns.
Every person is unique, so you deserve a counselling experience tailored to your individual goals and values. My person-centered approach places you at the heart of the process, offering guidance, insight, and support. Whether you're facing challenges in your personal life, relationships, mental health, or physical health, I’m here to help. I’ve worked with individuals of all ages, including teens, women, men, mothers, and people suffering from illness. This diverse experience has deepened my understanding of the unique challenges each person faces.
Hargan Psychology advocates for early intervention, particularly for young people; our psychologists provide a range of support services which include counselling – individual for young people and adults, couples, family therapy and group programs, cognitive and achievement (educational) assessments and report writing.
At Hargan Psychology, we use a person-centred approach and support our clients to live their BEST life according to THEM! We pride ourselves on offering a warm and welcoming environment where clients can be assured of a safe space to explore their presenting concerns. Our psychologists will support you to become your best self.
Hargan Psychology advocates for early intervention, particularly for young people; our psychologists provide a range of support services which include counselling – individual for young people and adults, couples, family therapy and group programs, cognitive and achievement (educational) assessments and report writing.
At Hargan Psychology, we use a person-centred approach and support our clients to live their BEST life according to THEM! We pride ourselves on offering a warm and welcoming environment where clients can be assured of a safe space to explore their presenting concerns. Our psychologists will support you to become your best self.
As a clinical psychologist, I am experienced in supporting individuals and couples with a broad range of difficulties and concerns.
I place great value on the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful growth, and I am passionate about building a collaborative and trusting relationship. My goal is to help people develop the capacity to build a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a clinical psychologist, I am experienced in supporting individuals and couples with a broad range of difficulties and concerns.
I place great value on the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful growth, and I am passionate about building a collaborative and trusting relationship. My goal is to help people develop the capacity to build a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Bita Riazati Anxiety Depression Relationships
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
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My treatment approach is based in lacanian psychoanalysis, which is a once-and-for-all process dealing directly with what causes suffering including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and addictions.
Unlike the ambiguity of happiness or sadness, anxiety is a given, when our positions in the world shifts suddenly, and our self-perception undergoes a transformation. We lose reliance on others to tell us what to do, and can no longer use their desires as a compass to orient ourselves. This leaves us feeling uncertain, fearful, in pain, unsure of our place.
My treatment approach is based in lacanian psychoanalysis, which is a once-and-for-all process dealing directly with what causes suffering including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and addictions.
Unlike the ambiguity of happiness or sadness, anxiety is a given, when our positions in the world shifts suddenly, and our self-perception undergoes a transformation. We lose reliance on others to tell us what to do, and can no longer use their desires as a compass to orient ourselves. This leaves us feeling uncertain, fearful, in pain, unsure of our place.
Our focus is to help individuals, couples, & families become experts in managing their sleep, regardless of age or background.
Talking Sleep can help you achieve healthy & fulfilling sleep through specialised evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Mindfullness, & Relaxation Techniques. We also provide ongoing strategies, support, & encouragement so that you may develop new, healthy, & consistent sleep habits.
Our focus is to help individuals, couples, & families become experts in managing their sleep, regardless of age or background.
Talking Sleep can help you achieve healthy & fulfilling sleep through specialised evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Mindfullness, & Relaxation Techniques. We also provide ongoing strategies, support, & encouragement so that you may develop new, healthy, & consistent sleep habits.
Chris helps clients navigate challenges such as managing emotions, making relationship changes, or coping with post-parenting separation situations
Chris’s counselling approach involves carefully listening to clients to understand their situation and working with them to achieve their goals, which may include improving behaviour or relationships, enhancing emotional wellbeing, or gaining self-control
Chris helps clients navigate challenges such as managing emotions, making relationship changes, or coping with post-parenting separation situations
Chris’s counselling approach involves carefully listening to clients to understand their situation and working with them to achieve their goals, which may include improving behaviour or relationships, enhancing emotional wellbeing, or gaining self-control
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My focus is Relationship Counselling.
Better relationships are life giving but figuring out how to relate can be tricky. We oscillate between feeling connected, then disconnected and we often get stuck in a cycle of misunderstanding. Want to improve your interaction and be understood? Need help to address uncertainty and clarify need? Want insight into why you're getting stuck? Need help to brainstorm options and change the way you relate? We all struggle and we all have issues that we need to address, so let's do it... 0404 480 316
My focus is Relationship Counselling.
Better relationships are life giving but figuring out how to relate can be tricky. We oscillate between feeling connected, then disconnected and we often get stuck in a cycle of misunderstanding. Want to improve your interaction and be understood? Need help to address uncertainty and clarify need? Want insight into why you're getting stuck? Need help to brainstorm options and change the way you relate? We all struggle and we all have issues that we need to address, so let's do it... 0404 480 316
Individual therapy is at the core of our work and is complemented by family, parent and couples therapies.
Our team of warm, professional and experienced Psychologists and Counsellors are passionate about providing person-centred support and evidence-based therapies for you and your loved ones. Our practice has 3 locations, providing access to Psychologists in Richmond and Hawthorn.
Individual therapy is at the core of our work and is complemented by family, parent and couples therapies.
Our team of warm, professional and experienced Psychologists and Counsellors are passionate about providing person-centred support and evidence-based therapies for you and your loved ones. Our practice has 3 locations, providing access to Psychologists in Richmond and Hawthorn.
She specialises in working with adolescents, couples, adults and families.
Poli is a very warm, understanding & patient Counsellor who truly enjoys seeing her clients achieve success in their life. She listens compassionately & guides the client using forward thinking techniques that help them create a better future for themselves. Her extensive educational training gives her the ability to listen & really guide you to a solution.
She specialises in working with adolescents, couples, adults and families.
Poli is a very warm, understanding & patient Counsellor who truly enjoys seeing her clients achieve success in their life. She listens compassionately & guides the client using forward thinking techniques that help them create a better future for themselves. Her extensive educational training gives her the ability to listen & really guide you to a solution.
Feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure where your relationship is headed?
I take a down-to-earth, no-judgment approach to our therapy sessions, blending EFT, The Gottman Method, EMDR, and Psychodynamic Therapy, among others, to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered. Think of it as a safe space to talk things through and find real solutions.
Feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure where your relationship is headed?
I take a down-to-earth, no-judgment approach to our therapy sessions, blending EFT, The Gottman Method, EMDR, and Psychodynamic Therapy, among others, to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered. Think of it as a safe space to talk things through and find real solutions.
With a focus on couples counselling and both maternal and paternal mental health, Bree is committed to making therapy both accessible and affordable for couples.
Bree offers Relationship counselling, maternal and paternal counselling focusing on the transition to parenthood personally and with in the relationship. Bree also sees individuals, children and adolescents.
With a focus on couples counselling and both maternal and paternal mental health, Bree is committed to making therapy both accessible and affordable for couples.
Bree offers Relationship counselling, maternal and paternal counselling focusing on the transition to parenthood personally and with in the relationship. Bree also sees individuals, children and adolescents.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Career Counsellor with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, I have helped people with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, parenting, self esteem, plus a variety of work related issues including career counselling and development.
Are you experiencing low mood, finding it hard to stop worrying and feeling dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships or unhappy with your personal or working life? With the busyness of our lives and the pressures and demands we all face daily, our emotional wellbeing is an area which can be neglected. However, there comes a time when we know that it is time to stop and take some action to turn our life around. Counselling with me can help you with the skills and strategies you need to make changes and choices which will allow you to find the satisfaction you seek in the key areas of your life.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Career Counsellor with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, I have helped people with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, parenting, self esteem, plus a variety of work related issues including career counselling and development.
Are you experiencing low mood, finding it hard to stop worrying and feeling dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships or unhappy with your personal or working life? With the busyness of our lives and the pressures and demands we all face daily, our emotional wellbeing is an area which can be neglected. However, there comes a time when we know that it is time to stop and take some action to turn our life around. Counselling with me can help you with the skills and strategies you need to make changes and choices which will allow you to find the satisfaction you seek in the key areas of your life.
This may express itself as; anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties or a loss of orientation to what matters to us in life.
My therapeutic work is informed by attachment, trauma and neurobiological theories and can be somatically oriented when words are not enough. I offer evidence-based trauma treatment modalities including Ego States, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Somatic Experiencing (SE) and Neuro-Affective Touch (NATouch), in which I am fully trained.
This may express itself as; anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties or a loss of orientation to what matters to us in life.
My therapeutic work is informed by attachment, trauma and neurobiological theories and can be somatically oriented when words are not enough. I offer evidence-based trauma treatment modalities including Ego States, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Somatic Experiencing (SE) and Neuro-Affective Touch (NATouch), in which I am fully trained.
I provide a safe and supportive environment to explore and resolve challenging personal and relationship issues.
Working together, our primary goal will be to understand and relieve distressing symptoms, to restore emotional balance, clarity of thought, and to develop more stable and connected relationships. While we cannot erase painful, or traumatic experiences from the past, we can work towards constructive, healthy ways of viewing and interacting with the world.
I provide a safe and supportive environment to explore and resolve challenging personal and relationship issues.
Working together, our primary goal will be to understand and relieve distressing symptoms, to restore emotional balance, clarity of thought, and to develop more stable and connected relationships. While we cannot erase painful, or traumatic experiences from the past, we can work towards constructive, healthy ways of viewing and interacting with the world.
My areas of interest are couples counselling, trauma and anxiety.
I am dedicated to working with clients to develop realistic and achievable therapeutic goals. I believe the most important part of effective therapy is a strong connection with your therapist and I work hard to build a strong therapeutic alliance.
My areas of interest are couples counselling, trauma and anxiety.
I am dedicated to working with clients to develop realistic and achievable therapeutic goals. I believe the most important part of effective therapy is a strong connection with your therapist and I work hard to build a strong therapeutic alliance.
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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.