Couples Psychologists and Therapists in Whittlesea

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Kristine Lutter
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, trauma, self esteem/self worth, guilt, shame, family of origin issues, bullying and people struggling with infertility. My approach is holistic looking at the physical, social, spiritual (values) and emotional aspects. I attempt to ensure clients feel safe and comfortable before they are able to share what has happened to them. With my experience in this industry, I have trained and supervise counsellors. This has helped me to deepen my understanding of what clients need. Available for online throughout Australia.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, trauma, self esteem/self worth, guilt, shame, family of origin issues, bullying and people struggling with infertility. My approach is holistic looking at the physical, social, spiritual (values) and emotional aspects. I attempt to ensure clients feel safe and comfortable before they are able to share what has happened to them. With my experience in this industry, I have trained and supervise counsellors. This has helped me to deepen my understanding of what clients need. Available for online throughout Australia.
(03) 8104 9918 View (03) 8104 9918
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Sonia Khodabakhsh
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have worked in different settings such as private practice and community mental health centres offering a full range of psychological interventions to individuals, couples and families.
Welcome! I believe that with appropriate support, we have the inherent potential to move beyond suffering, toward a life of meaning and purpose. My goal is to support every individual to enhance their well- being and life satisfaction and reach their goals. I am an integrative therapist. I draw on a range of evidence-based interventions to ensure a client-specific approach to therapy.
I have worked in different settings such as private practice and community mental health centres offering a full range of psychological interventions to individuals, couples and families.
Welcome! I believe that with appropriate support, we have the inherent potential to move beyond suffering, toward a life of meaning and purpose. My goal is to support every individual to enhance their well- being and life satisfaction and reach their goals. I am an integrative therapist. I draw on a range of evidence-based interventions to ensure a client-specific approach to therapy.
(03) 6160 5409 View (03) 6160 5409
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Chris Van Der Pluym
Counsellor, AASW
Serves Area
I offer individual or couples counselling sessions in person on Mondays and Fridays in Whittlesea, and Wednesdays and Thursdays in Brunswick
In Brunswick, Bundoora and Whittlesea Victoria. Check my website for more information on locations. Let's discover your story together and understand why it feels as though you're stuck and look for ways to move forward. We can demystify your anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other challenges to find out what they are and where they have come from, and apply grounded strategies with support to help you make changes, move forward, and start kicking goals.
I offer individual or couples counselling sessions in person on Mondays and Fridays in Whittlesea, and Wednesdays and Thursdays in Brunswick
In Brunswick, Bundoora and Whittlesea Victoria. Check my website for more information on locations. Let's discover your story together and understand why it feels as though you're stuck and look for ways to move forward. We can demystify your anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other challenges to find out what they are and where they have come from, and apply grounded strategies with support to help you make changes, move forward, and start kicking goals.
(03) 9716 3322 View (03) 9716 3322

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Natascha Newton
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Diamond Creek, VIC 3089
Using a strengths-based approach, my goal is to help you overcome and thrive in your life and relationships.
I am driven by a genuine passion to make a lasting impact in the lives of my clients. Rise wellbeing's mission is to offer personalised, high-quality supports that truly meet individual needs, while giving back to the community with affordable and accessible services. We believe in the power of evidence-based, person-centred care, creating a safe, supportive space where clients can thrive. As a registered NDIS provider, we’re also able to work with NDIS participants, offering counselling services that empower you to navigate challenges and achieve meaningful outcomes.
Using a strengths-based approach, my goal is to help you overcome and thrive in your life and relationships.
I am driven by a genuine passion to make a lasting impact in the lives of my clients. Rise wellbeing's mission is to offer personalised, high-quality supports that truly meet individual needs, while giving back to the community with affordable and accessible services. We believe in the power of evidence-based, person-centred care, creating a safe, supportive space where clients can thrive. As a registered NDIS provider, we’re also able to work with NDIS participants, offering counselling services that empower you to navigate challenges and achieve meaningful outcomes.
(03) 8595 5028 View (03) 8595 5028
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Anita Bonollo - People Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Melbourne, VIC 3000
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.
(03) 9068 5232 View (03) 9068 5232
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Enzo Somosi
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
Enzo has also completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and is particularly interested in working with LGBTQ+ and ethically non-monogamous relationships.
Enzo strives to create a judgment-free environment where people feel psychologically safe, regardless of their background.
Enzo has also completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and is particularly interested in working with LGBTQ+ and ethically non-monogamous relationships.
Enzo strives to create a judgment-free environment where people feel psychologically safe, regardless of their background.
(03) 6146 1751 View (03) 6146 1751
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Dr Coby Liew
Social Worker, PsychD, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer more than ten years of clinical experience in counselling and psychotherapy, specialising in loss and grief, gender and sexuality, complex trauma and abuse, attachment issues, ASD, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship and intimacy issues, anger management, family conflicts, workplace bullying, and intercultural adjustment issues.
Additionally, I have extensive experience assisting clients facing domestic violence issues on Partner Visas, adeptly navigating complex immigration processes and court-mandated conditions. I offer crucial mental health support, expert witness opinions, and pivotal evidentiary assessment reports to help you communicate effectively with relevant authorities.
I offer more than ten years of clinical experience in counselling and psychotherapy, specialising in loss and grief, gender and sexuality, complex trauma and abuse, attachment issues, ASD, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship and intimacy issues, anger management, family conflicts, workplace bullying, and intercultural adjustment issues.
Additionally, I have extensive experience assisting clients facing domestic violence issues on Partner Visas, adeptly navigating complex immigration processes and court-mandated conditions. I offer crucial mental health support, expert witness opinions, and pivotal evidentiary assessment reports to help you communicate effectively with relevant authorities.
(03) 8595 5297 View (03) 8595 5297
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Living Dreams Disability Services
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Mulgrave, VIC 3170
Maria is a passionate Registered Psychologist who provides a safe and validating environment to children, adolescents and adults with a broad range of presentations including Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders including BPD, trauma, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, grief and bereavement, relationship difficulties, parental burnout and low self-esteem.
Maria utilises a person-centered and strengths based approach whilst tailoring the treatment to the unique needs of the individual. She has extensive experience utilising evidence based psychological approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Play Therapy and Mindfulness.
Maria is a passionate Registered Psychologist who provides a safe and validating environment to children, adolescents and adults with a broad range of presentations including Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders including BPD, trauma, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, grief and bereavement, relationship difficulties, parental burnout and low self-esteem.
Maria utilises a person-centered and strengths based approach whilst tailoring the treatment to the unique needs of the individual. She has extensive experience utilising evidence based psychological approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Play Therapy and Mindfulness.
(03) 7500 5891 View (03) 7500 5891
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Dr Chris Trewavas
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Middle Park, VIC 3206
I often work with people struggling with relationships, adjusting to change, searching for meaning, or trying to solve complex problems.
I use evidence-based healthcare strategies to give people a set of skills they can take away with them and apply in everyday life.
I often work with people struggling with relationships, adjusting to change, searching for meaning, or trying to solve complex problems.
I use evidence-based healthcare strategies to give people a set of skills they can take away with them and apply in everyday life.
(03) 7500 5866 View (03) 7500 5866
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Martha Roumanis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Kew, VIC 3101
My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
I specialise in working with adults but I also see primary school children and adolescents. My interests are wide & varied including eating disorders, mood disorders, complex trauma couple therapy, relationships difficulties and work place issues.
My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
I specialise in working with adults but I also see primary school children and adolescents. My interests are wide & varied including eating disorders, mood disorders, complex trauma couple therapy, relationships difficulties and work place issues.
(02) 4810 0663 View (02) 4810 0663
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Toula Filiadis
Social Worker, AMHSW
Windsor, VIC 3181
Toula has had extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, adults and families across a range of settings including public mental health, school setting, Relationships Australia and private practice.
Toula's areas of expertise include relationship and interpersonal issues; anxiety/depression management; conflict resolution; body esteem and eating disorders; self esteem/ assertiveness training; stress management; school/work based issues; gender/sexuality issues; trauma/ptsd; adjusting to transitions and life changes, grief and loss; parenting issues.
Toula has had extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, adults and families across a range of settings including public mental health, school setting, Relationships Australia and private practice.
Toula's areas of expertise include relationship and interpersonal issues; anxiety/depression management; conflict resolution; body esteem and eating disorders; self esteem/ assertiveness training; stress management; school/work based issues; gender/sexuality issues; trauma/ptsd; adjusting to transitions and life changes, grief and loss; parenting issues.
(03) 6146 1713 View (03) 6146 1713
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TaylorMade Counselling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
West Melbourne, VIC 3003
TaylorMade Counselling has been designed to work with people of all ages who are looking for a comfortable and safe environment to have life changing, meaningful and practical conversations. The TaylorMade journey began with a single goal; to be able to connect with people and to support them to reconnect with themselves. I wanted TaylorMade to be about empowering people who are experiencing challenges, to encourage them to look at their lives from different angles, to reframe their thinking, to recognise and acknowledge their strengths and triumphs, in order to facilitate them to make positive changes, so that they can lead happy and fulfilling lives.
TaylorMade Counselling has been designed to work with people of all ages who are looking for a comfortable and safe environment to have life changing, meaningful and practical conversations. The TaylorMade journey began with a single goal; to be able to connect with people and to support them to reconnect with themselves. I wanted TaylorMade to be about empowering people who are experiencing challenges, to encourage them to look at their lives from different angles, to reframe their thinking, to recognise and acknowledge their strengths and triumphs, in order to facilitate them to make positive changes, so that they can lead happy and fulfilling lives.
(03) 9069 9437 View (03) 9069 9437
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Jayson Rom
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Prahran, VIC 3181
Jayson is a psychologist with 19 years of experience working with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples and groups within a range of settings (drug and alcohol, forensic, the LGBTQIA+ community, mental health, sexual health, NDIS, and private practice settings).
Jayson has diverse experience across public and private mental health sectors and utilises a therapeutic approach that aims to enable one to work through presenting conflicts to bring about positive changes in one's life and relationships.
Jayson is a psychologist with 19 years of experience working with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples and groups within a range of settings (drug and alcohol, forensic, the LGBTQIA+ community, mental health, sexual health, NDIS, and private practice settings).
Jayson has diverse experience across public and private mental health sectors and utilises a therapeutic approach that aims to enable one to work through presenting conflicts to bring about positive changes in one's life and relationships.
(03) 9068 5653 View (03) 9068 5653
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Naz Ersan
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Hawthorn, VIC 3122
As a counsellor with over 25 years of experience, I have supported couples, adolescents, families and individuals through all stages of life.
I use practical strategies to support real, lasting change. I also use a broad range of evidence-based and experiential modalities, including Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, ImagoCouples, Gottman Method, Developmental Couples Counselling, Emotionally Focused Therapy,Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Narcissistic Abuse Therapy.
As a counsellor with over 25 years of experience, I have supported couples, adolescents, families and individuals through all stages of life.
I use practical strategies to support real, lasting change. I also use a broad range of evidence-based and experiential modalities, including Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, ImagoCouples, Gottman Method, Developmental Couples Counselling, Emotionally Focused Therapy,Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Narcissistic Abuse Therapy.
(03) 8771 4212 View (03) 8771 4212
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Joseph's Corner
Counsellor, PACFA
Yarraville, VIC 3013
She has helped hundreds of people improve, their emotional and mental wellbeing, improve their relationships, increase their resilience and confidence, and live more connected and fulfilling lives.
Marie is an accredited PACFA counsellor since 2009 and uses a range of therapies in her counselling including Solution-focused brief therapy, Narrative therapy, Emotion-focused therapy, CBT, Mindfulness, and Addiction counselling, and she is currently training in Body Psychotherapy, integrating mind, body, and spirit in her practice.
She has helped hundreds of people improve, their emotional and mental wellbeing, improve their relationships, increase their resilience and confidence, and live more connected and fulfilling lives.
Marie is an accredited PACFA counsellor since 2009 and uses a range of therapies in her counselling including Solution-focused brief therapy, Narrative therapy, Emotion-focused therapy, CBT, Mindfulness, and Addiction counselling, and she is currently training in Body Psychotherapy, integrating mind, body, and spirit in her practice.
(03) 9315 2680 View (03) 9315 2680
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Andrew Macdonald
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Online Only
Working with both individuals and relationships.
Hi, I'm Andrew and thanks for stopping by. With over 15 years counselling experience, I am a registered clinical psychotherapist with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. My experience includes working with clients from all walks of life in helping them make sense of the things that are getting in the way. My approach is supportive and grounded in an evidenced based integrative model. Client's have said that in working with me they feel cared for, safe and able to talk about things that are challenging them. I provide health insurance rebates for most providers.
Working with both individuals and relationships.
Hi, I'm Andrew and thanks for stopping by. With over 15 years counselling experience, I am a registered clinical psychotherapist with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. My experience includes working with clients from all walks of life in helping them make sense of the things that are getting in the way. My approach is supportive and grounded in an evidenced based integrative model. Client's have said that in working with me they feel cared for, safe and able to talk about things that are challenging them. I provide health insurance rebates for most providers.
(03) 7003 2204 View (03) 7003 2204
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Christa Doczy
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Carlton North, VIC 3054
In relationship counselling, I work with individuals and couples navigating conflict, separation, or the process of rebuilding trust.
I draw on an integrative therapeutic approach, incorporating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and schema-informed counselling. This allows me to support both immediate, practical goals and deeper, long-standing patterns that influence relationships, self-esteem, and coping styles. I can also hel smokers to change the habit.
In relationship counselling, I work with individuals and couples navigating conflict, separation, or the process of rebuilding trust.
I draw on an integrative therapeutic approach, incorporating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and schema-informed counselling. This allows me to support both immediate, practical goals and deeper, long-standing patterns that influence relationships, self-esteem, and coping styles. I can also hel smokers to change the habit.
0478 673 422 View 0478 673 422
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Veena Barsiwal
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Glen Waverley, VIC 3150
This month, I am opening up 5 spots with one free session each for women in abusive relationships to help them build healthy self-esteem.
I am a medical doctor-turned-counsellor using Client-centred approach apart from Solution-Focused Brief therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative therapy and CBT, as required. Seeking counselling is a sign of strength and the courage to upgrade your life. The courage to build habits and mindsets that align with your highest potential.
This month, I am opening up 5 spots with one free session each for women in abusive relationships to help them build healthy self-esteem.
I am a medical doctor-turned-counsellor using Client-centred approach apart from Solution-Focused Brief therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative therapy and CBT, as required. Seeking counselling is a sign of strength and the courage to upgrade your life. The courage to build habits and mindsets that align with your highest potential.
(03) 8771 4733 View (03) 8771 4733
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Agnieszka Mazus M.c. M.sc. M.a.
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Relationship counsellor.
Relationship counsellor. I hold a Master of Counselling (Monash Uni), Master of Social Science (Utrecht Uni, Netherlands), MA (Warsaw Uni). Gottman Couples Therapy (L. 2), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT). CBT, Attachment Theory informed approach, trauma-informed approach. Infidelity recovery. I work in English, Spanish, and Polish.
Relationship counsellor.
Relationship counsellor. I hold a Master of Counselling (Monash Uni), Master of Social Science (Utrecht Uni, Netherlands), MA (Warsaw Uni). Gottman Couples Therapy (L. 2), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT). CBT, Attachment Theory informed approach, trauma-informed approach. Infidelity recovery. I work in English, Spanish, and Polish.
(03) 7003 2961 View (03) 7003 2961
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Louise Du Chesne
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Melbourne, VIC 3000
She works with couples and individuals around their intimate personal relationships as well as with individuals who experience addiction, anxiety and depression.
From a treatment perspective, Louise adopts a relational approach and is trained in a number of modalities including relational psychotherapy, Gestalt therapy, Schema therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She uses Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy in her work with couples.
She works with couples and individuals around their intimate personal relationships as well as with individuals who experience addiction, anxiety and depression.
From a treatment perspective, Louise adopts a relational approach and is trained in a number of modalities including relational psychotherapy, Gestalt therapy, Schema therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She uses Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy in her work with couples.
(02) 4504 0154 View (02) 4504 0154
FAQ - About Couples Therapy
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.