I provide counselling for couples and individuals facing relationship strain, separation, and family change. With a background in family law and many years working closely with people going through breakdown and conflict, I understand how quickly communication can unravel and how emotionally demanding these periods can become.
I work in a calm and steady manner, helping people slow down escalating conversations, manage strong emotions, and think more clearly about what is happening and what needs to change. Whether the goal is to strengthen a relationship or move through separation with greater stability, sessions focus on reducing emotional intensity when it begins to interfere with thinking, communication, or judgement, and help you approach your situation with more composure and confidence.
AREAS OF COUNSELLING
If you are unsure which type of counselling may be most helpful, or if you have questions before booking, a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation is available.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Counselling is not about being told what to do or being pushed towards decisions before you are ready. Sessions are paced and thoughtful, with a focus on understanding what is happening and reducing the pressure that can make conversations difficult to move through. This includes therapist-guided conversations and in-session work where interaction patterns are explored and adjusted as they arise.
Whether working individually or as a couple, we pay attention to the moments where reactions intensify, thinking becomes clouded, or conversations start to unravel. Instead of letting those moments dictate what happens next, we slow them down and examine them carefully, so healthier responses can take their place.
For more information about appointments and what to expect before starting, please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
OPENING
HOURS
Monday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
If you can't find a session time that works for you, you're welcome to get in touch to discuss availability and suitable options.
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Coastal Connect Counselling
2190 Gold Coast Highway
Miami, QLD 4220