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Nicholas Fares
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palmyra, WA 6157
Deciding to seek support is a big step, and I'd like to make it easier for you. I have a wide range of experience across different life stages. I've worked as an NDIS psychologist and behaviour specialist, in schools within the Department of Education, delivered outreach psychological services in aged care, and offered private psychological services to adults. This experience enables me to tackle a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to more complex developmental and psychological conditions. Additionally, I have a special interest in working with men and couples.
Deciding to seek support is a big step, and I'd like to make it easier for you. I have a wide range of experience across different life stages. I've worked as an NDIS psychologist and behaviour specialist, in schools within the Department of Education, delivered outreach psychological services in aged care, and offered private psychological services to adults. This experience enables me to tackle a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to more complex developmental and psychological conditions. Additionally, I have a special interest in working with men and couples.
(08) 6109 8152 View (08) 6109 8152

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Choy Lee
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Perth, WA 6151
My specialty is in Couple and Family Relationship where I explore the relationship dynamics and individual make-up. I also have great interest in Young Adult Self-Discovery. Individuals or couples who are experiencing conflict, feeling lost, fearful, angry, confuse, guilty, unworthy and/or frustration within themselves or towards others are often symptoms. I offer individuals and couples/family a safe space to identify their pain, explore options to restore brokenness, attempt forgiveness & acceptance; initiate rebuilding a happy, stable and healthy relationships in the new season of their life. All at their own pace.
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Michael Chidgzey
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
I believe it is important to work with clients - not dictate to them. My preferred treatment method is to focus on the areas that you want to work on. I believe a partnership not a prescription is important. Sticking to values means more than putting them on a website - it means actually living them. I am genuine, open and also have a sense of humour (though it is twisted/cynical/dark). I work best when clients feel comfortable, if that means we swear a lot in session - I am happy to make that sacrifice! I work clients across many areas from complex trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and workplace issues.
I believe it is important to work with clients - not dictate to them. My preferred treatment method is to focus on the areas that you want to work on. I believe a partnership not a prescription is important. Sticking to values means more than putting them on a website - it means actually living them. I am genuine, open and also have a sense of humour (though it is twisted/cynical/dark). I work best when clients feel comfortable, if that means we swear a lot in session - I am happy to make that sacrifice! I work clients across many areas from complex trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and workplace issues.
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Colin Craggs
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Success, WA 6164
Are you tired of being stuck? Have you been striving for so long and so hard that you are ready to leave your relationship, surrender that dream, or quit moving forward in your life? You don't just want to survive another day, month or year, you want to thrive! You want to thrive in your relationships, your career, your finances, your life. I encourage you to not lose hope.
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Robin Wilkinson- Right Relationship
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
Since 2013, I have worked with couples and individuals to build relationship security and safety, connect deeper and manage nervous system distress.
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Paul McNeela
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, WA 6019
I believe that a therapeutic relationship based on mutual trust and respect is the best vehicle to deliver evidence-based interventions appropriate to the individual needs of each client.
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Matt Sumner
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Nedlands, WA 6009
He enjoys working with adolescents, adults, couples and families.
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Dave Segal
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
I'm here to help you with the reason you've arrived at this page. What do you need? Is your relationship with your partner suffering? This can be common in new relationships but also after decades together. Perhaps you feel stuck and struggle to make personal change. You don't have to solve this one on your own, you might not feel like you can talk to a friend or partner. Your parent's don't seem to understand. Whatever your situation, connecting with a counsellor can be immensely beneficial. Bookings at davesegal.com
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Anthony Edwards
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
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Sigma Therapies
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
West Perth, WA 6005
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Sigma Therapies is a forward-thinking psychology practice based in Western Australia. As partners on your wellness journey, we are committed to delivering a holistic approach to mental health. Our pioneering approach is rooted in the belief that each individual is more than the sum of their parts. We transform lives through a wide array of services tailored to meet your diverse needs. Visit www.sigmatherapies.com.au for more information and streamlined booking.
Our range of specialised services is thoughtfully designed to guide individuals, couples, families, and groups through their unique mental health journeys.
Sigma Therapies is a forward-thinking psychology practice based in Western Australia. As partners on your wellness journey, we are committed to delivering a holistic approach to mental health. Our pioneering approach is rooted in the belief that each individual is more than the sum of their parts. We transform lives through a wide array of services tailored to meet your diverse needs. Visit www.sigmatherapies.com.au for more information and streamlined booking.
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Derek Boylen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doubleview, WA 6018
I've been working with individuals, couples and families for over 25 years and as a husband and father of nine children I've had a lot of personal experience in the area of marriage and family life.
Hi, I'm a practicing counsellor, as well as a lecturer in the Discipline of Counselling with the University of Notre Dame, Australia and Director of the Centre for Life, Marriage and Family and agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth in Western Australia.
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Owen Robinson
Counsellor, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Canning Vale, WA 6155
If you seek relationship counselling I have been skilling couples for many years.
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COPE - Centre of Psychological Enrichment
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Verified Verified
West Perth, WA 6005
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Psychology for Thriving
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Swanbourne, WA 6010
I am a registered psychologist in Boorloo, Perth, Western Australia. I am passionate about helping people move from surviving to thriving. I provide psychological therapy for people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, focus and concentration problems and interpersonal and relationship difficulties. I have been providing therapy for over 25 years and am trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused, Narrative and, Compassion Focused Therapies.
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Daniel Di Pietro
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Perth, WA 6000
Daniel is a sexologist and psychotherapist who enjoys working empathically and collaboratively with individuals and partnerships of all cultural, gender, and sexual identities to provide support for their sexological needs. He specialises in working with sexological presentations around male sexual health, sexual and gender identity, intimacy, pleasure, desire discrepancy, kink and fetish-related behaviours, sexual functioning and relational challenges. Taking a non-judgmental and holistic approach, he assists his clients by providing tools to access their potential in overcoming the difficulties faced in their lives.
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Goodsky Mental Health Retreat - Holistic, Natural
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
Goodsky provides case-managed depression treatment and recovery programmes that work using a shared care model. Our depression treatment framework facilitates private access to a vetted and integrated collective of allied health professionals, specialists, therapists and service providers delivering a personalised lifestyle medicine approach. Our integrated lifestyle medicine teams will: Find and confirm the causes of your depression and anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and chronic disease Provide you new and relevant information based on the most current science and testing. Advise you and correctly treat your depression with a managed natural, conventional and integrated medicine approach. All of this and more with in-depth case management, support and resources to regain and maintain your health long term.
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Amit Londhe
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Perth, WA 6005
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Brian Allen and Associates
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
West Perth, WA 6005  (Online Only)
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
(08) 9121 1016 View (08) 9121 1016
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Andrew Macdonald
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
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 covers working with clients from all walks of life in helping them make sense of the things that are getting in the way. As a registered counsellor and psychotherapist, 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.
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 covers working with clients from all walks of life in helping them make sense of the things that are getting in the way. As a registered counsellor and psychotherapist, 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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AURE: Psychology, Counselling & Therapy
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
Waitlist for new clients
I am only taking on returning clients, selected clinical cases of trauma/complex-trauma, family of origin challenges, autism/ADHD assessments, clinical supervision and professional development training/consultancy. I am currently living my PhD journey and have decided to reduce my clinical load. I have over 15 years of clinical experience working with children to adults and have worked in private, NGO and government sectors.
I am only taking on returning clients, selected clinical cases of trauma/complex-trauma, family of origin challenges, autism/ADHD assessments, clinical supervision and professional development training/consultancy. I am currently living my PhD journey and have decided to reduce my clinical load. I have over 15 years of clinical experience working with children to adults and have worked in private, NGO and government sectors.
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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.