Couples Counselling in Kew, VIC

Bruce Alexander
PhD
Kew, VIC 3101
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.

Shelley Hanson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
1 Endorsed
Kew, VIC 3101
Whether you are living with depression, anxiety, ADHD,
relationship
concerns, or recovering from past trauma, I welcome an opportunity to collaborate with you to understand your needs and goals and work towards them together.
As a member of the Equal Psychology team, I see clients aged 14 years and older. I focus on developing a warm and trusting therapeutic
relationship
with you as a solid base for working together on reducing your distress and improving your functioning and satisfaction with life.
Whether you are living with depression, anxiety, ADHD,
relationship
concerns, or recovering from past trauma, I welcome an opportunity to collaborate with you to understand your needs and goals and work towards them together.
As a member of the Equal Psychology team, I see clients aged 14 years and older. I focus on developing a warm and trusting therapeutic
relationship
with you as a solid base for working together on reducing your distress and improving your functioning and satisfaction with life.

Matt Hallam from Equal Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
Hi, my name is Matt and I am part of the team here at Equal Psychology (www.equalpsychology.com.au). I work with clients 16 years and older experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress,
relationship
concerns, identity struggles, and BPD. I will work collaboratively with you to understand your needs and goals. By working with you I aim to relieve you of your distress, help you gain deeper insight, and to build resilience against knock backs.
Hi, my name is Matt and I am part of the team here at Equal Psychology (www.equalpsychology.com.au). I work with clients 16 years and older experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress,
relationship
concerns, identity struggles, and BPD. I will work collaboratively with you to understand your needs and goals. By working with you I aim to relieve you of your distress, help you gain deeper insight, and to build resilience against knock backs.

Martha Roumanis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 17 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. 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.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 17 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. 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.

Zhi Xiang On
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
As a clinical neuropsychologist 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’s approach involves integrating his knowledge in psychology, neurology and psychiatry. He utilises a comprehensive assessment process to make a sound diagnosis and adopts an individualised, strength-based treatment plan for his clients. On is also an LGBTQI-friendly practitioner.
As a clinical neuropsychologist 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’s approach involves integrating his knowledge in psychology, neurology and psychiatry. He utilises a comprehensive assessment process to make a sound diagnosis and adopts an individualised, strength-based treatment plan for his clients. On is also an LGBTQI-friendly practitioner.

Angus Ferguson
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
I am a registered gestalt psychotherapist working in private practice in Kew, Melbourne. My practice is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and LGBTIQ+ friendly. My approach is relational and is firmly based in psychotherapeutic theory. I specialise in working with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, queer, gender diverse, transgender related issues, anger concerns,
relationship
concerns, addictions (including gambling, alcohol, other drugs).
I am a registered gestalt psychotherapist working in private practice in Kew, Melbourne. My practice is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and LGBTIQ+ friendly. My approach is relational and is firmly based in psychotherapeutic theory. I specialise in working with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, queer, gender diverse, transgender related issues, anger concerns,
relationship
concerns, addictions (including gambling, alcohol, other drugs).

Bernadette Brown
Counsellor, AAFT Sup
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
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.

Nerolie Ross
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
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. Additionally leveraging from 25 years in human resources, I also provide guidance for adolescents, young adults and adults in navigating their career pathways and how to negotiate working relationships in the most affective way.
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. Additionally leveraging from 25 years in human resources, I also provide guidance for adolescents, young adults and adults in navigating their career pathways and how to negotiate working relationships in the most affective way.

Shaun Williams - Bent Couch Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
2 Endorsed
Kew, VIC 3101
Shaun identifies as gay and understands many of the issues the LGBTQIA+ Community may face including anxiety, depression, loneliness, sexual concerns and
relationship
challenges.
Shaun, the Rainbow Counsellor from Bent Couch Counselling specialises in supporting positive change in the mental health of the LGBTQIA+ Community. Providing a welcoming, safe and therapeutic counselling environment both online Australia wide and in person in Melbourne. Shaun also provides mind coaching and public speaking
Shaun identifies as gay and understands many of the issues the LGBTQIA+ Community may face including anxiety, depression, loneliness, sexual concerns and
relationship
challenges.
Shaun, the Rainbow Counsellor from Bent Couch Counselling specialises in supporting positive change in the mental health of the LGBTQIA+ Community. Providing a welcoming, safe and therapeutic counselling environment both online Australia wide and in person in Melbourne. Shaun also provides mind coaching and public speaking

Hourglass Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
1 Endorsed
Kew, VIC 3101
Appointments Available - book online at hourglasspsychology.com.au/appointments. I work with young people and adults treating anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties,
relationship
issues, self-harming, addictions, stress, amongst other problems. I also have an interest in working with people across diverse sexuality, sex, and gender spectrums. I assist you to find practical solutions to your problems that fit within your lifestyle, values and personal investment, drawing on your strengths to create meaningful long-term change. I also work with your evolving goals, and offer guidance and support.
Appointments Available - book online at hourglasspsychology.com.au/appointments. I work with young people and adults treating anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties,
relationship
issues, self-harming, addictions, stress, amongst other problems. I also have an interest in working with people across diverse sexuality, sex, and gender spectrums. I assist you to find practical solutions to your problems that fit within your lifestyle, values and personal investment, drawing on your strengths to create meaningful long-term change. I also work with your evolving goals, and offer guidance and support.

Dr Justin Tomyn
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Supervisor with ten years experience. I have an interest in working with young adults (roughly 18-40) who are experiencing emotional difficulties such as anxiety, depression, life stress and adjustment difficulties,
relationship
problems, and low self-esteem. I enjoy working with clients who have never previously had any formal assessment and therapy as I feel I provide a positive introduction to what psychology can offer and can help clients to understand themselves in a way they haven't before - which is often the first stage of change. I also see those with chronic problems.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Supervisor with ten years experience. I have an interest in working with young adults (roughly 18-40) who are experiencing emotional difficulties such as anxiety, depression, life stress and adjustment difficulties,
relationship
problems, and low self-esteem. I enjoy working with clients who have never previously had any formal assessment and therapy as I feel I provide a positive introduction to what psychology can offer and can help clients to understand themselves in a way they haven't before - which is often the first stage of change. I also see those with chronic problems.
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Helen Telfer
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
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
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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

Kristi Lynch
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
I am a psychologist with extensive experience across a range of corporate and educational settings. I provide a safe and supportive environment in which to explore and resolve challenging personal and
relationship
issues. I have a passion for working with
couples
, people looking to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, anger and grief. I want to help you achieve a better understanding of why you feel the way you do, why you think in a particular way, and to challenge and shift behaviour patterns which are holding you back from experiencing a more connected, fulfilled and meaningful life.
I am a psychologist with extensive experience across a range of corporate and educational settings. I provide a safe and supportive environment in which to explore and resolve challenging personal and
relationship
issues. I have a passion for working with
couples
, people looking to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, anger and grief. I want to help you achieve a better understanding of why you feel the way you do, why you think in a particular way, and to challenge and shift behaviour patterns which are holding you back from experiencing a more connected, fulfilled and meaningful life.

Catherine Frater Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
Catherine is a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years experience working within the mental health and psychology field. She currently provides therapy for adults 18+ for a variety of concerns. Her niche areas include the treatment of anxiety, therapy for those seeking personal growth and greater life fulfilment and providing therapy to other helping professionals including mental health practitioners. Other common presentations include
relationship
and workplace difficulties, low self esteem, depression, excessive self criticism, reduced confidence, childhood impacts.
Catherine is a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years experience working within the mental health and psychology field. She currently provides therapy for adults 18+ for a variety of concerns. Her niche areas include the treatment of anxiety, therapy for those seeking personal growth and greater life fulfilment and providing therapy to other helping professionals including mental health practitioners. Other common presentations include
relationship
and workplace difficulties, low self esteem, depression, excessive self criticism, reduced confidence, childhood impacts.

May Ferrier
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
Not accepting new clients
May is a Psychologist and PBA Supervisor. May works with various issues, e.g., anxiety, depression,
relationship
issues, trauma, C-PTSD, gender identity, self-esteem, stress, perfectionism. She provides trauma-informed based counselling. May can help you implement more healthy coping strategies and assist in working through past significant events (i.e., trauma), which may be attributing to current symptoms or reoccurring adverse patterns in life. May strives to foster a safe, and nurturing therapeutic space for all her clients.
May is a Psychologist and PBA Supervisor. May works with various issues, e.g., anxiety, depression,
relationship
issues, trauma, C-PTSD, gender identity, self-esteem, stress, perfectionism. She provides trauma-informed based counselling. May can help you implement more healthy coping strategies and assist in working through past significant events (i.e., trauma), which may be attributing to current symptoms or reoccurring adverse patterns in life. May strives to foster a safe, and nurturing therapeutic space for all her clients.

Hargan Psychology
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
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.

Talking Sleep Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
Talking Sleep Psychology, founded by Clinical Psychologist Tonia Martin, is passionate about helping people with sleep difficulties. Our team of psychologists recognises the toll that lack of sleep takes on our capacity to cope & we aim to support poor sleepers empathy & compassion. We encourage & guide our clients to gain confidence in their ability to manage their sleep independently, so that they can lead healthier, happier, & fuller lives. Our focus is to help individuals,
couples
, & families become experts in managing their sleep, regardless of age or background.
Talking Sleep Psychology, founded by Clinical Psychologist Tonia Martin, is passionate about helping people with sleep difficulties. Our team of psychologists recognises the toll that lack of sleep takes on our capacity to cope & we aim to support poor sleepers empathy & compassion. We encourage & guide our clients to gain confidence in their ability to manage their sleep independently, so that they can lead healthier, happier, & fuller lives. Our focus is to help individuals,
couples
, & families become experts in managing their sleep, regardless of age or background.

Dawn Vincent
Counsellor, AMHSW
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
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.

Julia McCarthy
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
Clinical Psychologist- Julia has over 15 years of experience in the mental health sector including community, clinical and juvenile forensic settings. Julia enjoys working with a range of psychological issues that young people and adults may be experiencing. These may include: trauma, gender dysphoria, personality disorders, self-harm, voices, psychotic illnesses,
relationship
difficulties, loss and grief, anxiety and depression. Julia also undertakes WPATH assessments for Gender-Diverse people seeking gender-affirming surgery. In addition, board approved Clinical Supervision. Visit us at www.ivanhoepsychologicalservices.com
Clinical Psychologist- Julia has over 15 years of experience in the mental health sector including community, clinical and juvenile forensic settings. Julia enjoys working with a range of psychological issues that young people and adults may be experiencing. These may include: trauma, gender dysphoria, personality disorders, self-harm, voices, psychotic illnesses,
relationship
difficulties, loss and grief, anxiety and depression. Julia also undertakes WPATH assessments for Gender-Diverse people seeking gender-affirming surgery. In addition, board approved Clinical Supervision. Visit us at www.ivanhoepsychologicalservices.com
Dr Matt Cottrell
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
Matt treats people who are experiencing depression and anxiety as a result of long-standing complex trauma, have
relationship
difficulties, or are feeling stuck in patterns that they do not find fulfilling.
Matt is a clinical psychologist and advanced certified schema therapy trainer and supervisor. Matt works with people who are dealing with life-long difficulties, and helps them explore ways of breaking out of patterns that keep them stuck. Using a collaborative approach and evidenced-based treatment, Matt works with individuals to help meet their own emotional needs to reduce their distress and move towards a more fulling life. He worked for 12 years in private psychiatric hospitals, and has run his private practice for over 14 years.
Matt treats people who are experiencing depression and anxiety as a result of long-standing complex trauma, have
relationship
difficulties, or are feeling stuck in patterns that they do not find fulfilling.
Matt is a clinical psychologist and advanced certified schema therapy trainer and supervisor. Matt works with people who are dealing with life-long difficulties, and helps them explore ways of breaking out of patterns that keep them stuck. Using a collaborative approach and evidenced-based treatment, Matt works with individuals to help meet their own emotional needs to reduce their distress and move towards a more fulling life. He worked for 12 years in private psychiatric hospitals, and has run his private practice for over 14 years.
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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.