Marriage Counselling Therapists in Knoxfield, VIC
My ideal clients are women who look capable and successful on the outside but privately feel emotionally exhausted. Many grew up with emotionally immature or narcissistic parents and learnt that being responsible, keeping the peace, becoming the peacekeeper, or carrying everyone else's needs. They often struggle with people-pleasing, guilt, anxiety, self-doubt, hypervigilance, or difficulty setting boundaries. Together we'll make sense of these survival patterns, calm your nervous system, rebuild self-trust and healthy boundaries, help you reconnect with the woman you've always been beneath years of adapting to survive.
My ideal clients are women who look capable and successful on the outside but privately feel emotionally exhausted. Many grew up with emotionally immature or narcissistic parents and learnt that being responsible, keeping the peace, becoming the peacekeeper, or carrying everyone else's needs. They often struggle with people-pleasing, guilt, anxiety, self-doubt, hypervigilance, or difficulty setting boundaries. Together we'll make sense of these survival patterns, calm your nervous system, rebuild self-trust and healthy boundaries, help you reconnect with the woman you've always been beneath years of adapting to survive.
I have also trained up to Level 2 Gottman couples therapy.
As a licensed professional counsellor with a Master's degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, I am passionate about empowering people to prosper in life. I pride myself on building secure, comfortable connections with my clients, as I have seen over and over that a strong therapeutic relationship is the precursor to lasting growth. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a supportive, empathetic and non-judgmental setting.
I have also trained up to Level 2 Gottman couples therapy.
As a licensed professional counsellor with a Master's degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, I am passionate about empowering people to prosper in life. I pride myself on building secure, comfortable connections with my clients, as I have seen over and over that a strong therapeutic relationship is the precursor to lasting growth. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a supportive, empathetic and non-judgmental setting.
As a psychotherapist I create a field, I prepare the ground and the conditions, I set processes in motion, I resonate and synchronise with the rhythm of the person. I help the person to centre inside, to anchor in the body, in the present and in reality. What I am most interested in is the relationship people have with themselves. Most problems that occur in interpersonal relationships have to do with conflict within us. My work is about lowering fears, taking small and big courageous steps, regaining the capacity to love, rebuilding trust in ourselves so that we can find and follow our path.
As a psychotherapist I create a field, I prepare the ground and the conditions, I set processes in motion, I resonate and synchronise with the rhythm of the person. I help the person to centre inside, to anchor in the body, in the present and in reality. What I am most interested in is the relationship people have with themselves. Most problems that occur in interpersonal relationships have to do with conflict within us. My work is about lowering fears, taking small and big courageous steps, regaining the capacity to love, rebuilding trust in ourselves so that we can find and follow our path.
Men and boys need to look after their mental health as much as women and girls, yet we are far less likely to seek help. We often push on in silence. You might feel a pit of sadness that never goes away, or you might have worries that eat away at you. Perhaps your anger gets out of control and leads to regrettable decisions, or maybe you have forced yourself to wear a mask and to look okay while there is turmoil beneath the surface.
After many years of working with males in mental health I know how to help guys move beyond that uncomfortable first step comfortably and on to the road towards improvement.
Men and boys need to look after their mental health as much as women and girls, yet we are far less likely to seek help. We often push on in silence. You might feel a pit of sadness that never goes away, or you might have worries that eat away at you. Perhaps your anger gets out of control and leads to regrettable decisions, or maybe you have forced yourself to wear a mask and to look okay while there is turmoil beneath the surface.
After many years of working with males in mental health I know how to help guys move beyond that uncomfortable first step comfortably and on to the road towards improvement.
Kristy supports adults, men, and couples navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
Kristy is a clinical counsellor with training in the Gottman Method (Level 1 & 2), supporting individuals and couples with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, and life transitions. She offers practical, evidence-informed strategies alongside a warm, collaborative approach to help clients feel understood and supported.
Kristy supports adults, men, and couples navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
Kristy is a clinical counsellor with training in the Gottman Method (Level 1 & 2), supporting individuals and couples with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, and life transitions. She offers practical, evidence-informed strategies alongside a warm, collaborative approach to help clients feel understood and supported.
Have you been on a diet forever? Is your weight yo-yoing or have you been stuck in a place that you are not happy with? Do you feel like you’re eating and weight are out of control? If that is you, give us a call and we will work together to help you find the answers you’re looking for.
We specialize in issues such as Binge Eating; Restricting; Low self esteem; Food noise; Body Image and the feeling of being stuck on an endless, soul destroying treadmill of battling with food and your weight.
We also offer support to help get through other challenges that life throws at us such as depression; anxiety; grief and loss,adjustment
Have you been on a diet forever? Is your weight yo-yoing or have you been stuck in a place that you are not happy with? Do you feel like you’re eating and weight are out of control? If that is you, give us a call and we will work together to help you find the answers you’re looking for.
We specialize in issues such as Binge Eating; Restricting; Low self esteem; Food noise; Body Image and the feeling of being stuck on an endless, soul destroying treadmill of battling with food and your weight.
We also offer support to help get through other challenges that life throws at us such as depression; anxiety; grief and loss,adjustment
Trish is a warm, down-to-earth psychologist who works with adults, adolescents, and children to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and self-understanding. She believes therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and genuinely helpful — a space where you feel comfortable being yourself and understood without judgement. Her approach is compassionate, practical, and tailored to each individual. Trish works alongside clients to make sense of patterns, understand the impact of past experiences, and build skills that translate into everyday life.
Trish is a warm, down-to-earth psychologist who works with adults, adolescents, and children to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and self-understanding. She believes therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and genuinely helpful — a space where you feel comfortable being yourself and understood without judgement. Her approach is compassionate, practical, and tailored to each individual. Trish works alongside clients to make sense of patterns, understand the impact of past experiences, and build skills that translate into everyday life.
Autism Counselling is a group of 6 experienced therapists who deliver specifically tailored sessions to suit children, teens, adults , couples and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder.
We offer counselling, social, emotional and Behavioral support as well as Emotional Regulation sessions. We have specific individual social skills sessions as well as Neuro diverse couples counselling.
Autism Counselling is a group of 6 experienced therapists who deliver specifically tailored sessions to suit children, teens, adults , couples and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder.
We offer counselling, social, emotional and Behavioral support as well as Emotional Regulation sessions. We have specific individual social skills sessions as well as Neuro diverse couples counselling.
Compassionate, kind & competent Counsellor to individuals, & couples of all ages and stages of life.
As a bilingual counsellor who comes from a mixed race family I am competent in understanding and effectively formulating treatment plans for a diverse range of people. My work experience with clients from across the human lifespan helps me identify and treat their presenting issues in a developmentally appropriate manner with cultural sensitivity.
Compassionate, kind & competent Counsellor to individuals, & couples of all ages and stages of life.
As a bilingual counsellor who comes from a mixed race family I am competent in understanding and effectively formulating treatment plans for a diverse range of people. My work experience with clients from across the human lifespan helps me identify and treat their presenting issues in a developmentally appropriate manner with cultural sensitivity.
If you're struggling with shame, anxiety, or existential concerns related to your religious background (whether you have left your religious community or are still happily a part of it), I'm here to help you move forward. Religion plays a huge role shaping our understanding of ourselves, our values, and the world around us. It can be a daunting but incredibly rewarding journey to open these ideas up for examination. My goal is to provide you with a safe, supportive space to explore, deconstruct, and create new understandings that feel true to who you are.
If you're struggling with shame, anxiety, or existential concerns related to your religious background (whether you have left your religious community or are still happily a part of it), I'm here to help you move forward. Religion plays a huge role shaping our understanding of ourselves, our values, and the world around us. It can be a daunting but incredibly rewarding journey to open these ideas up for examination. My goal is to provide you with a safe, supportive space to explore, deconstruct, and create new understandings that feel true to who you are.
Life is a journey filled with highs and lows, and sometimes we all need a little support to navigate the challenges affecting our mental and physical well-being, At Nous Counselling, I am committed to providing services with genuine care and understanding, recognizing that every client presents unique concerns. I believe in a collaborative approach, working together to create a personalized plan that fosters holistic health and personal growth. Specializing in therapy for individuals coping with medical or health conditions and pain management, as well as offering general counselling for anyone seeking support.
Life is a journey filled with highs and lows, and sometimes we all need a little support to navigate the challenges affecting our mental and physical well-being, At Nous Counselling, I am committed to providing services with genuine care and understanding, recognizing that every client presents unique concerns. I believe in a collaborative approach, working together to create a personalized plan that fosters holistic health and personal growth. Specializing in therapy for individuals coping with medical or health conditions and pain management, as well as offering general counselling for anyone seeking support.
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John has more than 20 years of clinical mental health experience in a variety of settings working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Given John’s breadth of experience, he is a unique practitioner that utilises a variety of therapeutic approaches dependent on the needs of the person(s). Core to successful counselling is John’s commitment to providing a safe, positive and empathic environment that is founded on empowerment, acceptance and trust.
John has more than 20 years of clinical mental health experience in a variety of settings working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Given John’s breadth of experience, he is a unique practitioner that utilises a variety of therapeutic approaches dependent on the needs of the person(s). Core to successful counselling is John’s commitment to providing a safe, positive and empathic environment that is founded on empowerment, acceptance and trust.
I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals/ couples navigating the challenges of sex/porn addiction and betrayal trauma.
I understand that these struggles are complex, often carrying deep emotional pain, shame, and relational distress. My goal is to guide clients toward self-awareness, resilience, and meaningful connection.
For partners experiencing betrayal trauma, I provide a supportive environment to process pain, establish boundaries, and rebuild trust.
I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals/ couples navigating the challenges of sex/porn addiction and betrayal trauma.
I understand that these struggles are complex, often carrying deep emotional pain, shame, and relational distress. My goal is to guide clients toward self-awareness, resilience, and meaningful connection.
For partners experiencing betrayal trauma, I provide a supportive environment to process pain, establish boundaries, and rebuild trust.
I am a compassionate, empathic and intuitive counsellor who is experienced in supporting adolescents, adults and couples.
Counselling can help you to understand yourself at a deeper level; it can provide insight into your thinking and behaviour and raise self-awareness. Learning to understand yourself can be the key to liberating you from unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours. This knowledge is the key to true transformation in your life and achieving positive outcomes.
I am a compassionate, empathic and intuitive counsellor who is experienced in supporting adolescents, adults and couples.
Counselling can help you to understand yourself at a deeper level; it can provide insight into your thinking and behaviour and raise self-awareness. Learning to understand yourself can be the key to liberating you from unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours. This knowledge is the key to true transformation in your life and achieving positive outcomes.
I’m an ACA Level 3 registered counsellor and integrative psychotherapist working online with individuals and couples across Australia.
My experience spans across mental health, relationships, and complex trauma, including sexual and domestic violence. In our work together, we’ll look beyond what is happening on the surface to understand the experiences, beliefs and patterns shaping how you feel, relate and respond, supporting greater self-awareness and emotional regulation.
I’m an ACA Level 3 registered counsellor and integrative psychotherapist working online with individuals and couples across Australia.
My experience spans across mental health, relationships, and complex trauma, including sexual and domestic violence. In our work together, we’ll look beyond what is happening on the surface to understand the experiences, beliefs and patterns shaping how you feel, relate and respond, supporting greater self-awareness and emotional regulation.
I also enjoy working with couples therapeutically.
I use various evidence-based therapeutic modalities, such as psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy. I focus on building a trusting relationship with clients and aim to understand complex beings shaped by their life experience. I am committed to working with people across a range of cultural backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people and minority groups.
I also enjoy working with couples therapeutically.
I use various evidence-based therapeutic modalities, such as psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy. I focus on building a trusting relationship with clients and aim to understand complex beings shaped by their life experience. I am committed to working with people across a range of cultural backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people and minority groups.
Vicky is a bilingual (Greek speaking) psychologist who has over 20 years experience and has worked in various settings, including private practice, hospitals, and schools. Vicky has worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families and draws upon a variety of therapeutic approaches to help develop treatment plans for individuals based on each person's unique circumstances. Vicky's interests include anxiety, depression, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), couples therapy, parenting, infertility, pregnancy support, workplace stress and conflict, grief and loss.
Vicky is a bilingual (Greek speaking) psychologist who has over 20 years experience and has worked in various settings, including private practice, hospitals, and schools. Vicky has worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families and draws upon a variety of therapeutic approaches to help develop treatment plans for individuals based on each person's unique circumstances. Vicky's interests include anxiety, depression, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), couples therapy, parenting, infertility, pregnancy support, workplace stress and conflict, grief and loss.
Areas of interest: ADHD assessment, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism, Adjustment disorders, Anxiety, Grief and loss, Interpersonal and family difficulties, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Sleep difficulties, Stress and burnout, Trauma and PTSD, and Couples counselling
Bec is a warm and compassionate psychologist dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where you feel truly seen, heard, and empowered.
At the core of her practice is a belief that therapy should be a collaborative and transparent process, one that fosters personal growth, emotional insight, and meaningful, lasting change. With a solid foundation in interpersonal and evidence-
based approaches, Bec supports individuals navigating a wide range of challenges, helping them deepen their self-understanding and build the tools for long-term wellbeing.
Areas of interest: ADHD assessment, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism, Adjustment disorders, Anxiety, Grief and loss, Interpersonal and family difficulties, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Sleep difficulties, Stress and burnout, Trauma and PTSD, and Couples counselling
Bec is a warm and compassionate psychologist dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where you feel truly seen, heard, and empowered.
At the core of her practice is a belief that therapy should be a collaborative and transparent process, one that fosters personal growth, emotional insight, and meaningful, lasting change. With a solid foundation in interpersonal and evidence-
based approaches, Bec supports individuals navigating a wide range of challenges, helping them deepen their self-understanding and build the tools for long-term wellbeing.
Tailored psychological recovery and optimisation sessions for individuals, couples, families, and teams faced with the challenges of life and change. Safety-critical, high-performance environments are our speciality, however anyone motivated to live a rich and meaningful life will be at home working with THRIVE. We are a national company servicing all major & some remote cities across Australia.
Tailored psychological recovery and optimisation sessions for individuals, couples, families, and teams faced with the challenges of life and change. Safety-critical, high-performance environments are our speciality, however anyone motivated to live a rich and meaningful life will be at home working with THRIVE. We are a national company servicing all major & some remote cities across Australia.
Many people reach a point where past experiences, trauma, or life transitions feel too heavy to manage alone. In my practice, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore emotional dysregulation, grief, and patterns shaped by difficult family dynamics. Together we work toward clarity, self-understanding, and meaningful change, helping you navigate life with balance. I bring a depth-oriented approach informed by trauma work, Jungian psychology, and decades of clinical experience. You’ll find me down to earth, easy to talk to, and committed to providing a confidential space in a realistic 90-minute timeframe.
Many people reach a point where past experiences, trauma, or life transitions feel too heavy to manage alone. In my practice, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore emotional dysregulation, grief, and patterns shaped by difficult family dynamics. Together we work toward clarity, self-understanding, and meaningful change, helping you navigate life with balance. I bring a depth-oriented approach informed by trauma work, Jungian psychology, and decades of clinical experience. You’ll find me down to earth, easy to talk to, and committed to providing a confidential space in a realistic 90-minute timeframe.
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FAQ - Marriage Counselling
What issues does marriage counselling help with?
Marriage counselling can address common relationship concerns, including ongoing conflict, communication challenges, emotional distance, or difficulty making decisions together. It may also be helpful for couples who are not currently experiencing major problems but want to prepare for future life changes. For more specific concerns affecting one individual in the relationship, such as trauma, depression, or significant substance use concerns, individual therapy may be more appropriate than marriage counselling.
When is the right time to start marriage counselling?
There is no single “right” time to start marriage counselling, but certain signs may suggest that counselling could be helpful. For example, a couple may benefit from counselling if many conversations end in conflict, if negative interactions are becoming more frequent, or if relationship stress is affecting other areas of life, such as sleep, work, parenting, or friendships. Some couples also seek counselling proactively. Premarital counselling, for instance, allows couples to discuss communication styles, finances, family dynamics, and future goals before getting married. Other couples may start counselling before a major life change, such as becoming parents, relocating, or navigating a stressful career transition.
Is marriage counselling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Marriage counselling may still help even if one partner is more hesitant to attend, as long as both people are ultimately willing to participate in sessions. Once counselling is underway, the more hesitant partner may become more open to sessions that can strengthen the relationship and build coping skills and communication strategies. If one partner refuses to attend, individual therapy may still help the other partner understand their needs, set boundaries, and decide how to approach the relationship.
Is online marriage counselling as effective as in-person?
There are differing opinions on the best format for marriage counselling. While some studies show that online marriage counselling can be as effective as in-person counselling, some argue that in-person counselling is more effective because it allows the therapist to better pick up on context and body language cues. In addition, in-person counselling may be a better fit for couples who are working through high-conflict issues. Ultimately, the “best” format depends on the couple’s specific needs and concerns.
What is faith-based marriage counselling and how is it different?
Faith-based marriage counselling incorporates a couple’s religious or spiritual beliefs into counselling. It may be a good fit for couples who want to discuss their relationship, values, and marriage within the context of their faith. For example, Christian marriage counselling may appeal to couples who want a counsellor familiar with Christian beliefs about marriage. Other forms of faith-based counselling may incorporate Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, or other religious perspectives into sessions.
How much does marriage counselling cost and is it covered by insurance?
Marriage counselling in Australia is usually paid for privately. Medicare rebates generally do not apply to couples or marriage counselling, although some private health insurance plans may cover part of the cost. If you are unsure whether your plan offers a marriage counselling benefit, you can inquire with your insurance provider about any available rebates or coverage options. When paid for privately, sessions often cost around AUD $150 to $250 or more. Fees depend on location, counsellor experience, session length, and practice setting. Lower-cost options may be available through sliding scale fees, which adjust the cost of counselling based on income, as well as through community services or non-profit organisations that offer reduced-cost services.