Relationship Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Melbourne, VIC
She helps individuals and couples, as well as family councelling.
Pilar is a Licensed psychologist with 32 years of experience. She helps people to improve their lives with therapy. She knows that when the clients follow the treatment for a period of time, they will feel better. The first session the clients will realize they are not alone any more with their problems, and if they are determined to continue, they will feel understood and will develop tools and emotional regulations, ,to improve in general. Pilar offer online therapy in english and in spanish.
She helps individuals and couples, as well as family councelling.
Pilar is a Licensed psychologist with 32 years of experience. She helps people to improve their lives with therapy. She knows that when the clients follow the treatment for a period of time, they will feel better. The first session the clients will realize they are not alone any more with their problems, and if they are determined to continue, they will feel understood and will develop tools and emotional regulations, ,to improve in general. Pilar offer online therapy in english and in spanish.
Do you feel stuck in the same relationship patterns - whether you’re in a relationship or single?
I specialise in relationship difficulties including recurring conflict, disconnection, trust issues, anxious or avoidant attachment, low self-worth in relationships, and fertility-related stress. Many of the struggles my clients bring began long before their current relationship and therapy is where those patterns finally start to shift.
Do you feel stuck in the same relationship patterns - whether you’re in a relationship or single?
I specialise in relationship difficulties including recurring conflict, disconnection, trust issues, anxious or avoidant attachment, low self-worth in relationships, and fertility-related stress. Many of the struggles my clients bring began long before their current relationship and therapy is where those patterns finally start to shift.
If you are yearning to know yourself more intimately, treat yourself more kindly, understand your behaviours, deepen relationships, or you sense more ease/joy/fulfilment is available to you ...
Together, we will slow down, notice patterns, and tune into the wisdom of your body. Supporting you to express yourself, untangle past experiences, build relational skills, process emotions, deepen self trust and reclaim all parts of you to feel whole + empowered.
This method utilises Gestalt therapy, parts work (IFS), Somatic experiencing, ACT.
If you are yearning to know yourself more intimately, treat yourself more kindly, understand your behaviours, deepen relationships, or you sense more ease/joy/fulfilment is available to you ...
Together, we will slow down, notice patterns, and tune into the wisdom of your body. Supporting you to express yourself, untangle past experiences, build relational skills, process emotions, deepen self trust and reclaim all parts of you to feel whole + empowered.
This method utilises Gestalt therapy, parts work (IFS), Somatic experiencing, ACT.
Whether you're navigating relationship challenges, attachment patterns, trauma, grief, depression, or the complexities of immigration and cultural identity, you don't have to face it alone.
My approach integrates a rich tapestry of therapeutic modalities through a strength-based foundation weaving in attachment-based models, trauma-based therapy, symbolic work and psychodynamic therapy tailored to empower you on your journey toward healing.
Whether you're navigating relationship challenges, attachment patterns, trauma, grief, depression, or the complexities of immigration and cultural identity, you don't have to face it alone.
My approach integrates a rich tapestry of therapeutic modalities through a strength-based foundation weaving in attachment-based models, trauma-based therapy, symbolic work and psychodynamic therapy tailored to empower you on your journey toward healing.
She also has further training in the Gottman Method (Level 1) and has a particular interest supporting clients working through relationship and attachment concerns.
Lucy adapts her therapeutic style to suit each individual, drawing from a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
She also has further training in the Gottman Method (Level 1) and has a particular interest supporting clients working through relationship and attachment concerns.
Lucy adapts her therapeutic style to suit each individual, drawing from a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
I have an interest in working with people with a range of difficulties including but not limited to relationship issues, family trauma, anxiety, depression, alcohol addiction and low self-esteem.
Using a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to individual client needs and preferences, I offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to adults of all ages.
I have an interest in working with people with a range of difficulties including but not limited to relationship issues, family trauma, anxiety, depression, alcohol addiction and low self-esteem.
Using a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to individual client needs and preferences, I offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to adults of all ages.
Hoa is a fully registered counselling Psychologist who works with adults with a wide range of presenting issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties.
Areas of Expertise: Stress management, Anxiety, including generalised anxiety disorder, Depression, including major depressive disorder, Relationship challenges, Trauma, Grieg & Loss, Self-esteem, Confidence and assertiveness difficulties, Victims of crime, and Change in life stages
Hoa is a fully registered counselling Psychologist who works with adults with a wide range of presenting issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties.
Areas of Expertise: Stress management, Anxiety, including generalised anxiety disorder, Depression, including major depressive disorder, Relationship challenges, Trauma, Grieg & Loss, Self-esteem, Confidence and assertiveness difficulties, Victims of crime, and Change in life stages
She works with adults and with couples, and offers Sex therapy.
Malena's training and experience has given her the opportunity to help clients for more than 20 years. She combines a lot of techniques and approaches to tailor her work, including studies of Human Sexual Behaviour, to help her clients discover new and more functional solutions to different circumstances and problems.
She works with adults and with couples, and offers Sex therapy.
Malena's training and experience has given her the opportunity to help clients for more than 20 years. She combines a lot of techniques and approaches to tailor her work, including studies of Human Sexual Behaviour, to help her clients discover new and more functional solutions to different circumstances and problems.
Anita works with clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds including individuals, couples and adolescents.
Anita has specialist knowledge and has in-depth experience working with clients experiencing drug and alcohol abuse, cigarette smoking, gambling and other addictions. She can help you to build assertiveness, confidence, self-esteem and better communications.
Anita works with clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds including individuals, couples and adolescents.
Anita has specialist knowledge and has in-depth experience working with clients experiencing drug and alcohol abuse, cigarette smoking, gambling and other addictions. She can help you to build assertiveness, confidence, self-esteem and better communications.
Jo-Elle possesses in depth experience assisting clients with anxiety, intrusive negative cyclical thoughts and relationship and workplace issues.
Jo-Elle is a Registered Psychologist with over twenty years experience specialising in supporting clients, children (5-12 years), teenagers (13-17 years) and adults, to overcome their psychological symptoms to achieve recovery and personal growth. Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem. Jo-Elle quickly establishes rapport with clients across a broad range of sectors and backgrounds to explore their challenges and equip them with the tools to resolve their presenting concerns.
Jo-Elle possesses in depth experience assisting clients with anxiety, intrusive negative cyclical thoughts and relationship and workplace issues.
Jo-Elle is a Registered Psychologist with over twenty years experience specialising in supporting clients, children (5-12 years), teenagers (13-17 years) and adults, to overcome their psychological symptoms to achieve recovery and personal growth. Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem. Jo-Elle quickly establishes rapport with clients across a broad range of sectors and backgrounds to explore their challenges and equip them with the tools to resolve their presenting concerns.
Perhaps intimacy feels out of reach, or you’ve moved through relationships searching for closeness but never quite finding safety.
Using relational, experiential, and attachment-based therapies, I help couples and individuals heal disconnection and strengthen emotional connection. Together, we slow down cycles of blame, withdrawal, or resentment, and build a compassionate, empathic space for openness, where both feel respected, understood, and empowered to relate differently.
Perhaps intimacy feels out of reach, or you’ve moved through relationships searching for closeness but never quite finding safety.
Using relational, experiential, and attachment-based therapies, I help couples and individuals heal disconnection and strengthen emotional connection. Together, we slow down cycles of blame, withdrawal, or resentment, and build a compassionate, empathic space for openness, where both feel respected, understood, and empowered to relate differently.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relational and identity challenges in understanding their patterns, building emotional clarity, and moving forward with confidence—toward healing and self-awareness.
Life can be challenging, and sometimes our thoughts become the hardest part to manage. I help people untangle these patterns, strengthen emotional resilience, and find long-term calm. With master’s degrees in Communications and Media and in Professional Psychology, I bring a balanced mix of human insight and clinical skill. My approach is grounded, collaborative, and inclusive of all identities and backgrounds, drawing from Schema Therapy, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic frameworks. I recently explored this in my blog When I Asked ChatGPT to Be My Therapist on The Three Seas website.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relational and identity challenges in understanding their patterns, building emotional clarity, and moving forward with confidence—toward healing and self-awareness.
Life can be challenging, and sometimes our thoughts become the hardest part to manage. I help people untangle these patterns, strengthen emotional resilience, and find long-term calm. With master’s degrees in Communications and Media and in Professional Psychology, I bring a balanced mix of human insight and clinical skill. My approach is grounded, collaborative, and inclusive of all identities and backgrounds, drawing from Schema Therapy, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic frameworks. I recently explored this in my blog When I Asked ChatGPT to Be My Therapist on The Three Seas website.
I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, grief and loss, identity issues, anger management, low self-esteem, coping and adjustment issues, parenting issues, well being and self care.
I've counselled adults for several years in various mental health settings and taught counselling in a Masters of Counselling at a Melbourne university. I offer clients a warm, kind and caring space. I think it's these qualities that create a safe, honest and genuine connection. With a relationship with these qualities, you can explore a better way forward.
I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, grief and loss, identity issues, anger management, low self-esteem, coping and adjustment issues, parenting issues, well being and self care.
I've counselled adults for several years in various mental health settings and taught counselling in a Masters of Counselling at a Melbourne university. I offer clients a warm, kind and caring space. I think it's these qualities that create a safe, honest and genuine connection. With a relationship with these qualities, you can explore a better way forward.
Cody works with a range of presentations including anxiety, stress, trauma and childhood trauma, life adjustments, depression, grief & loss, coping skills, life coaching, interpersonal or relationship difficulties and supervision.
She has worked with infants to adults during her career and ensures her practice is culturally appropriate and trauma informed. Cody's approach is integrative she she uses therapies like CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Interpersonal therapy, Schema therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR. Cody also provides board approved supervision.
Cody works with a range of presentations including anxiety, stress, trauma and childhood trauma, life adjustments, depression, grief & loss, coping skills, life coaching, interpersonal or relationship difficulties and supervision.
She has worked with infants to adults during her career and ensures her practice is culturally appropriate and trauma informed. Cody's approach is integrative she she uses therapies like CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Interpersonal therapy, Schema therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR. Cody also provides board approved supervision.
It may be that the damage of a difficult upbringing is still causing sustained harm to your present relationships, and your all-important sense of self.
As an EMDR-trained family therapist, I can help manage the symptoms of trauma, and provide counsel with relationships according to your needs and goals. I have built my practice treating PTSD, C-PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, attachment disorders, and dissociation. My method for couples stems from an attachment-based, and emotion-focused framework.
It may be that the damage of a difficult upbringing is still causing sustained harm to your present relationships, and your all-important sense of self.
As an EMDR-trained family therapist, I can help manage the symptoms of trauma, and provide counsel with relationships according to your needs and goals. I have built my practice treating PTSD, C-PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, attachment disorders, and dissociation. My method for couples stems from an attachment-based, and emotion-focused framework.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that aren't helping, or struggling in your relationship?
I work with individuals and couples experiencing communication difficulties, conflict, emotional distance, affairs, trust issues and life transitions. Together we explore the patterns that keep you stuck and help you reconnect with yourself and each other. I offer a free initial 15 minute consult which is a really good way for us to meet.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that aren't helping, or struggling in your relationship?
I work with individuals and couples experiencing communication difficulties, conflict, emotional distance, affairs, trust issues and life transitions. Together we explore the patterns that keep you stuck and help you reconnect with yourself and each other. I offer a free initial 15 minute consult which is a really good way for us to meet.
If you're looking for an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to work through your struggles, whether that be anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, stress, or substance use, then let's work together to achieve your goals.
I'd be honoured to hear your story and to collaborate with you as you embark on your therapy journey. I'll support you every step of the way as you work towards developing self-awareness and achieving your short/long-term goals. I have experience working in a private practice, school, and forensic setting, with a wide range of ages.
If you're looking for an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to work through your struggles, whether that be anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, stress, or substance use, then let's work together to achieve your goals.
I'd be honoured to hear your story and to collaborate with you as you embark on your therapy journey. I'll support you every step of the way as you work towards developing self-awareness and achieving your short/long-term goals. I have experience working in a private practice, school, and forensic setting, with a wide range of ages.
Are you navigating the exhausting aftermath of trauma and relational wounds?
I specialize in trauma and relational treatment, blending insight-oriented psychodynamic therapy with Parts Work to heal conflicted and hurt parts of yourself. I also offer EMDR and the gentle Flash Technique to process traumatic memories rapidly without overwhelming your system, helping you safely build the inner resilience needed to move forward.
Are you navigating the exhausting aftermath of trauma and relational wounds?
I specialize in trauma and relational treatment, blending insight-oriented psychodynamic therapy with Parts Work to heal conflicted and hurt parts of yourself. I also offer EMDR and the gentle Flash Technique to process traumatic memories rapidly without overwhelming your system, helping you safely build the inner resilience needed to move forward.
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+
I support clients through a wide range of mental health challenges, from anxiety and mood disorders to the more intricate issues of complex trauma and relationship dynamics.
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, complex trauma, stress-related concerns, life transitions, and intimacy/ relational issues. My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment-based and trauma-focused interventions and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I support clients through a wide range of mental health challenges, from anxiety and mood disorders to the more intricate issues of complex trauma and relationship dynamics.
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, complex trauma, stress-related concerns, life transitions, and intimacy/ relational issues. My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment-based and trauma-focused interventions and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
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Relationship Issues Therapists
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.
What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.
What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.
How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.