Couples Counselling in Maddingley, VIC
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Nicki Paull
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello. If you’re searching for a new and effective way of coping with stress, burnout, anxiety or complex trauma recovery, third-wave psychology might be the secret ingredient you’re looking for (mindfulness combined with traditional talk therapy). Maybe you’re suffering the horrible confusion and pain of narcissistic abuse or bullying. I can help. I have lived experience and in-depth understanding of what you’re going through. I’ve published a book, a podcast, blog and recently a short article in Australian Counselling Journal.

Bethel Counselling Services
Counsellor, PhD
Our promise is to be there for you in every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. We also offer a free 30 minutes introductory counselling session to all first time clients who book with us in advance.
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Traci Tucker Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals,
couples
and groups who need support with a number of issues.
Clients often want to change their behaviour and improve their lives as well as their relationships. However, fear, trauma and past hurt can cause ambivalence. Counselling can help clients work through the why, how and what of making this change. By using a number of modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, Person Centred, Strengths Based and Gestalt therapies, clients can find their way out of the dark. 'Beyond the Silence, there is always Hope'.

Emily Varga - Sunbury Child and Family Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Emily looks forward to building a trusting therapeutic
relationship
with you based on openness, respect and humour.
Emily is the principal psychologist at Sunbury Child and Family Psychology working along side young people and their family’s. Emily values the strengths in each person she meets. She works to help each person feel empowered to be themselves, build better friendships, relationships with parents and community, to manage their mental health and to enjoy valued activities including education.
Not accepting new clients

Harpreet Deol
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Harpreet works with client from dynamic groups on managing mental health issues stress management anxiety depression positive mental health
relationship
issues drug and alcohol addiction, and complex trauma.
Harpreet is an Australian registered psychologist. She has a strong interest in working on complex trauma. Her strength lies in engaging clients with diligence and patience. Harpreet believes in working under an integrative evidence-based model using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She is multilingual and can additionally support clients who speak English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.

Rita Hojnik Counselling
Counsellor
I support clients with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, family and workplace issues, and
relationship
difficulties.
As a trained counsellor, through the Australian Counselling Association,I am passionate about listening to you, encouraging you through the process of unfolding and de-briefing. I want to help you to rediscover your innate wisdom, and reconnect to your uniquely beautiful self, you. I aim to support and guide you through change from anxiety, trauma and overwhelm, to healing, and returning to a sense of calm within.

Tamera Broughton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with
couples
and individuals from 16 years and up.
Hi, I’m Tamera. I’m an Accredit Mental Health Social Worker and owner and director of Centre Self Collective, a private mental health practice and wellbeing hub. I am passionate about providing therapy, tools and resources to help you make sense of challenging times and develop ways to better manage difficulties and thrive in life. My approach to therapy is collaborative, strengths-based, sensitive and non-judgmental.

Marie Mirbach (The Present Place)
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
Hi there, my name is Marie and I am passionate about helping my clients live more fulfilling lives and experience greater wellbeing. Whether you are experiencing specific life challenges (such as low mood, anxiety or disordered eating), wish to develop deeper self-understanding (for example in relation to your identity or sexuality), or want to experience more fulfilling relationships (friendships, partnerships or family-relations) psychotherapy is a powerful tool that can support your process.
Waitlist for new clients

Mind Mosaics Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Mind Mosaics works with varied client presentations from general anxiety, depression to complex trauma providing them a safe and a non-judgmental space. Harpreet at Mind Mosaics offers counselling services to various age groups from teenage to elders and holds a research background in lifespan wellbeing. She practices a client centred Feedback Informed Treatment. Often clients respond well to treatment if they are psycho- educated, have goals clarity and holds a shared responsibility in the treatment.

Thinking Outside The Box
The name of my business, Thinking Outside The Box (TOTB) says everything about my beliefs and my business. When we Think Outside The Box, our worlds become bigger. Mental ill health or mental distress causes us to focus inwards and our lives become smaller. We stop doing things because the work that goes into managing a distressing situation is exhausting. You are reading this right now because you know or feel that something is not quite right in your life. This may be something you have felt for as long as you can remember or a recent event. Doesn't matter, your here now so lets see how we can help.
Online Therapists

Dom Lawrenson Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified
Verified
Dom brings a friendly and relaxed atmosphere to counselling with individuals and
couples
. During his time in private practice, he has conducted in excess of 2500 sessions with clients from very diverse backgrounds and experiences. He is an enthusiastic member of the ACA (Australian Counselling Association) and continually builds on his expertise and knowledge so he can provide the highest level of care and assistance. In providing a non-judgmental space Dom always strives to create an encouraging environment that helps his clients speak and express themselves freely.

George Nelson
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
George is a qualified psychotherapist, coach, clinical counsellor,
relationship
therapist, educator, speech therapist, voice production and training consultant. George has worked with children, teenagers and adults to help them with communication, speech, voice production and dramatic expression for presentation, (certain clients include news-presenters, actors, reporters and radio announcers). Working with individuals,
couples
& adolescents, George has developed a specialisation for
relationship
/
couples counselling
, family therapy as well as Men’s Health (for men, their partners and families).

Mariane Fernando
Counsellor
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide support to individual adults, families and
couples
.
I am a very capable and committed counsellor, and passionate about supporting clients to make a difference in their life through empowerment, reflection and understanding. Each person is unique and requires an individual approach in meeting his or her specific needs. You will feel connected, safe and heard in sessions with me, working collaboratively in a positive and uplifting environment. I am deeply committed to helping you overcome immediate concerns and skilled at using various therapies and techniques in a client-centred approach to provide you with the tools to grow and work towards living life to the fullest.

Sophie Boord
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Verified
Therapy can benefit anyone from those who are "feeling stuck" or dissatisfied and don't know how to shift things, to people who are facing major challenges such as depression, anxiety, chronic illness, trauma or grief and loss. Therapy can be useful for people who want learn more about themselves, engage in personal development or personal growth, develop better communication or
relationship
skills, explore their creativity or blocks to creativity, explore their identity, their gender or sexuality or develop a better understanding of work and work place challenges. It can be a form of deep soul work or a way to work on a particular.

Marvel Adeyemi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AASW
Verified
Verified
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey of emotional healing, personal growth, and flourishing? As a warm and compassionate Holistic and Faith-Based psychotherapist, I fully appreciate the unique cultural backgrounds and experiences that shape who you are. With fluency in African languages and a deep understanding of diverse cultural needs, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals,
couples
, and families can explore their innermost thoughts and emotions. I utilise a Solution Focused approach that empowers you to overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression,
relationship
issues, and trauma.

Maria Chloros
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Verified
Verified
Maria is able to assist with; depression, anxiety, sleep, adjusting to chronic illness,
relationship
difficulties, stress management, lifestyle imbalances, self-esteem issues, high sensitivity, assertiveness, work-related issues.
Maria has a passion for empowering individuals of all ages to maximise their wellbeing.

Renee Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
My services include - individual &
couples counselling
, private reports for the Family Court & professional supervision.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Parent Infant Mental Health clinician and Family Report Writer with over 20 years experience working in the field. I work mostly with adults experiencing mental health issues and provide a safe space for people to work through their difficulties. My goal is to help people to understand themselves on a deeper level and have better functioning relationships and a happier life! I also write private reports for the Family Court (62G & Child Impact Reports) and can support and coach individuals going through this process.

Francesco Poci - People Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Francesco utilises a range of psychological therapies, developing a positive therapeutic
relationship
to assist clients with their unique concerns.
Francesco can help with your issues or concerns such as anxiety, depression and phobias. He can help you with workplace concerns, career counselling, life change and existential concerns. Francesco also has a particular interest working with clients in regard to sexual health concerns. In addition to holding a Master of Professional Psychology from Monash University, he is currently enrolled in a Master of Sexual Health at Sydney University. He is therefore interested in assisting clients in regard to
couples counselling
and sexual dysfunction.

Ingrid Jolley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
Verified
Ingrid works with individuals experiencing a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, grief,
relationship
issues and adjustment to life changes. She is particularly interested in supporting activists and people experiencing eco-distress. She works collaboratively with people on a short term or long term bases. Ingrid assists people to recognise and build on their strengths, process emotions and identify and relate to thoughts and patterns in helpful and compassionate ways. This therapeutic process offers the opportunity to heal, grow and transform in ways that people value and that promote overall wellbeing.

Patricia Robertson
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified
Verified
I am a Clinical Psychologist who has worked in public and private mental health settings since 2008. I understand the many problems that can arise as a result of trauma, childhood abuse, stressful life circumstances and transitions, having worked with people who have experienced childhood and adult trauma, abuse and neglect. I have worked extensively with victims of sexual abuse and assault. I am experienced in the assessment and treatment of depression and mood disorders, panic and anxiety, OCD, anger issues, emotion regulation difficulties, grief and loss,
relationship
problems, post-traumatic stress, personality disorders.
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.