Relationship Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Fremantle, WA

Molly Finch
Counsellor, PACFA
Fremantle, WA 6160
I focus on areas such as chronic stress, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationships, and personal and spiritual growth.
My philosophy as a therapist is centred on deeply honouring the unique human in front of me. Rather than focusing on labels or diagnoses —I like to meet people where they are, with curiosity, compassion, and the belief that what they’re going through does not define who they are. I practice psychotherapy, helping clients achieve long lasting change.
I focus on areas such as chronic stress, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationships, and personal and spiritual growth.
My philosophy as a therapist is centred on deeply honouring the unique human in front of me. Rather than focusing on labels or diagnoses —I like to meet people where they are, with curiosity, compassion, and the belief that what they’re going through does not define who they are. I practice psychotherapy, helping clients achieve long lasting change.
(08) 6171 3356 View (08) 6171 3356
Polina Russell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Fremantle, WA 6160
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Sexologist with a passion for working with a range of issues including sexual difficulties, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, parenting and problematic life patterns.
I support a broad spectrum of psychological challenges. I have a strong interest in the deep, intricate work associated with complex trauma, sexual difficulties, and underlying attachment and relationship dynamics. I can also offer support with common mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation and stress.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Sexologist with a passion for working with a range of issues including sexual difficulties, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, parenting and problematic life patterns.
I support a broad spectrum of psychological challenges. I have a strong interest in the deep, intricate work associated with complex trauma, sexual difficulties, and underlying attachment and relationship dynamics. I can also offer support with common mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation and stress.
(08) 6490 9637 View (08) 6490 9637
Forward Thinking Psychology and Consulting
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Fremantle, WA 6160
Registered Psychologist helping motivated individuals create lasting wellbeing change. If you’re ready to feel more balanced, fulfilled and resilient long-term, I offer collaborative, evidence-based therapy tailored to you. Using CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy & mindfulness, we work together to understand patterns, build emotional strength, and align life with your deepest values. Perfect for those seeking sustainable growth — not just quick fixes — in a warm, non-judgmental space. Medicare rebates available. Let’s create real, lasting change — together.
Registered Psychologist helping motivated individuals create lasting wellbeing change. If you’re ready to feel more balanced, fulfilled and resilient long-term, I offer collaborative, evidence-based therapy tailored to you. Using CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy & mindfulness, we work together to understand patterns, build emotional strength, and align life with your deepest values. Perfect for those seeking sustainable growth — not just quick fixes — in a warm, non-judgmental space. Medicare rebates available. Let’s create real, lasting change — together.
(08) 6493 7830 View (08) 6493 7830
Heath Marshall
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Fremantle, WA 6160
Waitlist for new clients
I have significant experience in supporting clients to build healthier and more positive relationships, not only with others but with themselves.
If you are experiencing difficulties in any area of your life and feel you could benefit from speaking with someone about what is happening for you, please reach out. Whether you have experienced counselling before or if this is your first time, I will make a safe space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
I have significant experience in supporting clients to build healthier and more positive relationships, not only with others but with themselves.
If you are experiencing difficulties in any area of your life and feel you could benefit from speaking with someone about what is happening for you, please reach out. Whether you have experienced counselling before or if this is your first time, I will make a safe space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
(08) 6206 8106 View (08) 6206 8106
Danielle Passmore
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Fremantle, WA 6160
I also work with people who are going through relationship challenges of all shapes and sizes, and people who wish to break free from old, limiting childhood patterns that keep showing up to hinder their full potential.
My aim as a therapist is to make you feel as comfortable and relaxed with me as possible so that we can work through the deepest issues on your heart and on your mind, together. I work with a range of different approaches and processes customised to your needs, and to what will be most helpful for you.
I also work with people who are going through relationship challenges of all shapes and sizes, and people who wish to break free from old, limiting childhood patterns that keep showing up to hinder their full potential.
My aim as a therapist is to make you feel as comfortable and relaxed with me as possible so that we can work through the deepest issues on your heart and on your mind, together. I work with a range of different approaches and processes customised to your needs, and to what will be most helpful for you.
(08) 9473 6346 View (08) 9473 6346
Denis Leo McCarthy
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Fremantle, WA 6160
Senior Clinical Psychologist, Couples & Group Therapist in Fremantle Private-Practice, servicing Perth-metro & online clients AU-worldwide.
From 1974 trained in group therapy, transactional analysis, humanistic & transpersonal psychology. From 1986 in behaviour therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, neurofeedback (BCIA) & mindfulness-based therapies, including MBSR (stress), ACT (Acceptance & Committment Therapy), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Emotion- Focused Therapy etal.
Senior Clinical Psychologist, Couples & Group Therapist in Fremantle Private-Practice, servicing Perth-metro & online clients AU-worldwide.
From 1974 trained in group therapy, transactional analysis, humanistic & transpersonal psychology. From 1986 in behaviour therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, neurofeedback (BCIA) & mindfulness-based therapies, including MBSR (stress), ACT (Acceptance & Committment Therapy), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Emotion- Focused Therapy etal.
(08) 6219 3849 View (08) 6219 3849
Anunda Merz
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Fremantle, WA 6160
I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.
This is a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges and their emotional impact. Together, in a compassionate and gentle way, we make sense of overwhelming feelings, find steadiness, and build more choice in how you respond. We explore what’s going on beneath the surface, with the aim of you feeling clearer, more empowered, and at greater peace. Developing a relaxed, respectful connection is central to my work. I go at your pace, so you can feel at ease and supported.
I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.
This is a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges and their emotional impact. Together, in a compassionate and gentle way, we make sense of overwhelming feelings, find steadiness, and build more choice in how you respond. We explore what’s going on beneath the surface, with the aim of you feeling clearer, more empowered, and at greater peace. Developing a relaxed, respectful connection is central to my work. I go at your pace, so you can feel at ease and supported.
(08) 6219 3504 View (08) 6219 3504
Kristie Rostant
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Fremantle, WA 6160
Do you find yourself overthinking, overwhelmed by emotions, confused by your reactions, or struggling in relationships?
I offer warm, evidence-based therapy for adults, children, and parents. I have 19 years experience and training in supporting adults and children individually and parents and children together in sessions. Together we will understand what you’d like to work on and the best ways we can work together to create meaningful change.
Do you find yourself overthinking, overwhelmed by emotions, confused by your reactions, or struggling in relationships?
I offer warm, evidence-based therapy for adults, children, and parents. I have 19 years experience and training in supporting adults and children individually and parents and children together in sessions. Together we will understand what you’d like to work on and the best ways we can work together to create meaningful change.
(08) 6490 9287 View (08) 6490 9287
Stephanie Crevatin
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work.
Offering more than talk therapy, you may wish to delve into some dream work, try some art therapy, or work on your positive parenting. With a focus on healing Stephanie provides a supportive, professional and therapeutic space for you to engage in psychotherapy.
Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work.
Offering more than talk therapy, you may wish to delve into some dream work, try some art therapy, or work on your positive parenting. With a focus on healing Stephanie provides a supportive, professional and therapeutic space for you to engage in psychotherapy.
(08) 6109 8029 View (08) 6109 8029
Renae Buckley
Psychologist, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I help to improve the relationship you have with yourself and identify where your difficulties may be stemming from so you can forgive and move forward.
I help people feel more empowered; to realise and express their needs and build self-love. I am open-minded and flexible and offer a safe place to share and express without judgement :) I encourage self-awareness and radical self-responsibility and help people see things in a new way. Sometimes all it takes is a chat with someone new to give you clarity or a new perspective. I also offer insights into physical ailments and conditions and how they may be related to your emotional experiences... the body is very wise!
I help to improve the relationship you have with yourself and identify where your difficulties may be stemming from so you can forgive and move forward.
I help people feel more empowered; to realise and express their needs and build self-love. I am open-minded and flexible and offer a safe place to share and express without judgement :) I encourage self-awareness and radical self-responsibility and help people see things in a new way. Sometimes all it takes is a chat with someone new to give you clarity or a new perspective. I also offer insights into physical ailments and conditions and how they may be related to your emotional experiences... the body is very wise!
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Sudhir Dean
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
I honour the idea that the client is the one who heals themselves and that my job is to create an atmosphere and a therapeutic relationship that facilitates, evokes and inspires this.
I have worked with clients with a broad range of issues and with a broad range of backgrounds (substance use, homelessness, mental health, existential enquiry and much more). No matter what solution each person seeks, the starting point is always towards self-acceptance and increased awareness.
I honour the idea that the client is the one who heals themselves and that my job is to create an atmosphere and a therapeutic relationship that facilitates, evokes and inspires this.
I have worked with clients with a broad range of issues and with a broad range of backgrounds (substance use, homelessness, mental health, existential enquiry and much more). No matter what solution each person seeks, the starting point is always towards self-acceptance and increased awareness.
(03) 7003 2419 View (03) 7003 2419
Emily Hirshman-Smith Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship(s)?
I’ve been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist for over 25 years. My areas of speciality include Relationship / Marriage Counselling; Addiction (pornography, sex, drug and alcohol); Anxiety and Depression; Grief Counselling; Sexual Health. I place a great deal of emphasis on safety and confidentiality, so that you can feel easier sharing your story.
Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship(s)?
I’ve been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist for over 25 years. My areas of speciality include Relationship / Marriage Counselling; Addiction (pornography, sex, drug and alcohol); Anxiety and Depression; Grief Counselling; Sexual Health. I place a great deal of emphasis on safety and confidentiality, so that you can feel easier sharing your story.
(08) 7078 8383 View (08) 7078 8383
Leesha Monson
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I work with individuals, couples, and children 14 years and older.
Before moving to Perth from Sydney, 5 years ago, I worked in a private rehabilitation centre In Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. Alongside my work in addiction I have extensive experience in relationships, sexuality and gender. I support people to understand, accept and overcome struggles with anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues and trauma.
I work with individuals, couples, and children 14 years and older.
Before moving to Perth from Sydney, 5 years ago, I worked in a private rehabilitation centre In Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. Alongside my work in addiction I have extensive experience in relationships, sexuality and gender. I support people to understand, accept and overcome struggles with anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues and trauma.
(08) 6206 8047 View (08) 6206 8047
Fiona Bennett, Counselling and Therapy
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
I am passionate about healthy relationships and understand how relationship difficulties impact our well-being.
My counselling practice provides a safe and non-judgmental space to build awareness of your situation, your relationships and yourself. I would love to work with you creating strategies and solutions for the problems you are experiencing.
I am passionate about healthy relationships and understand how relationship difficulties impact our well-being.
My counselling practice provides a safe and non-judgmental space to build awareness of your situation, your relationships and yourself. I would love to work with you creating strategies and solutions for the problems you are experiencing.
(08) 6206 8534 View (08) 6206 8534
Fa-Eeza Kasmed
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Online Only
I have worked with many people who feel stuck—often grappling with big life decisions and transitions, addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or unresolved trauma.
I offer both a space for you to be heard and understood, and practical strategies to help you regain control over your life and relationships.
I have worked with many people who feel stuck—often grappling with big life decisions and transitions, addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or unresolved trauma.
I offer both a space for you to be heard and understood, and practical strategies to help you regain control over your life and relationships.
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William Lutton
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
He offers a safe base for those working through mental health challenges with particular interest in working with those experiencing trauma, depression, or relationship challenges.
Drawing on evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, Schema Therapy, and ACT, Will adapts therapy to fit each person, not the other way around. His aim is to make therapy a genuine place of growth, balance, and recovery.
He offers a safe base for those working through mental health challenges with particular interest in working with those experiencing trauma, depression, or relationship challenges.
Drawing on evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, Schema Therapy, and ACT, Will adapts therapy to fit each person, not the other way around. His aim is to make therapy a genuine place of growth, balance, and recovery.
(08) 9468 7240 View (08) 9468 7240
Helena Green
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Perhaps some of the most difficult for us to adjust to are those concerning our intimate relationships, and sexuality.
Helena is in a unique position being both, a highly experienced Relationship Counsellor and a Psychosexual Clinical Therapist. She specialises in supporting couples and individuals to overcome relationship difficulties and, when relevant, enhance and maintains sexuality and intimacy across all life stages.
Perhaps some of the most difficult for us to adjust to are those concerning our intimate relationships, and sexuality.
Helena is in a unique position being both, a highly experienced Relationship Counsellor and a Psychosexual Clinical Therapist. She specialises in supporting couples and individuals to overcome relationship difficulties and, when relevant, enhance and maintains sexuality and intimacy across all life stages.
(08) 9126 9360 View (08) 9126 9360
Heidi M Smith
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you feel stuck, weighed down by emotional concerns, or caught in relationship conflicts that keep repeating?
I provide specialized care for trauma, PTSD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and relationship counseling. Beyond clinical therapy, I apply my understanding of conflict to the workplace, offering expert people management strategies, leadership coaching, and organizational development to help both individuals and businesses thrive
Do you feel stuck, weighed down by emotional concerns, or caught in relationship conflicts that keep repeating?
I provide specialized care for trauma, PTSD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and relationship counseling. Beyond clinical therapy, I apply my understanding of conflict to the workplace, offering expert people management strategies, leadership coaching, and organizational development to help both individuals and businesses thrive
(08) 6490 9095 View (08) 6490 9095
Julie Cole
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I see people who are working through all kinds of relationship distress or concerns as well as grief.
My approach is collaborative and deeply respectful of your individual circumstances. I will listen very carefully to your story and work with you to explore unconscious and conscious connections between past and present. Couples can expect a balanced, compassionate and professional approach in a comfortable setting.
I see people who are working through all kinds of relationship distress or concerns as well as grief.
My approach is collaborative and deeply respectful of your individual circumstances. I will listen very carefully to your story and work with you to explore unconscious and conscious connections between past and present. Couples can expect a balanced, compassionate and professional approach in a comfortable setting.
(08) 6219 3879 View (08) 6219 3879
Erfan Nasheri
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with a range of issues: trauma, PTSD, adjustment issues, anger issues, interpersonal difficulties, relationship strain, attachment difficulties, parenting issues, burnout, stress, personality vulnerabilities, autism, ADHD, OCD, grief & loss, pain, workplace issues, anxiety & depression.
I offer an integrated, person-centred, flexible approach to therapy, valuing each person’s unique journey and reasons for seeking support. I foster curiosity and authenticity. I provide a respectful, safe and non-judgemental therapeutic space to allow you to safely explore any past/current experiences and address your difficulties to improve quality of life.
I work with a range of issues: trauma, PTSD, adjustment issues, anger issues, interpersonal difficulties, relationship strain, attachment difficulties, parenting issues, burnout, stress, personality vulnerabilities, autism, ADHD, OCD, grief & loss, pain, workplace issues, anxiety & depression.
I offer an integrated, person-centred, flexible approach to therapy, valuing each person’s unique journey and reasons for seeking support. I foster curiosity and authenticity. I provide a respectful, safe and non-judgemental therapeutic space to allow you to safely explore any past/current experiences and address your difficulties to improve quality of life.
(08) 5115 0503 View (08) 5115 0503

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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.