What we treat
A therapeutic process to help anyone in a romantic relationship address and resolve conflicts, improve communication, and strengthen their connection.
There are lots of reasons individuals may benefit from relationship counselling. In many instances, signs and symptoms are related to past experiences or may be developed over time. Ten of common examples include:
Feeling 'damaged' from past relationships
Difficulty trusting others and forming new connections
Fear of being alone or finding it hard being single
Difficulty moving on from past relationships or letting go of ex-partners
Persistent feelings of being unattractive and/or unlovable
Believing that love is something for others, not for you
Challenges in opening up or being intimate
A sense of hopelessness or desire to give up
Overwhelming fear of rejection stopping you moving forward
Feeling that time is running out
These signs may indicate underlying issues that can be addressed through relationship counselling, couples therapy or marriage counselling.
Relationship counselling is often misconceived as exclusively for couples. However, anyone who faces challenges relating to others can benefit. Whether you're seeking a fulfilling connection with a partner, a child, a work colleague, a friend or a member of the community, or if you're struggling to move on after an incident or breakup, relationship counselling can provide valuable support and guidance.
Couples therapy and marriage counselling are subsets of relationship counselling, and can help you navigate the complex world of romantic relationships.
At Someone.health, we offer bulk billing options for anyone seeking psychology services for relationship therapy, ensuring accessibility for everyone in need. Please note that Medicare does not offer bulk billing for more than one person in a single session. Contact us to request additional information or pricing for couples or group therapy.
Embarking upon a long term, healthy relationships involves more than just finding the right person. It begins with a strong sense of self identity and emotional wellbeing. Marriage counselling and couples therapy often starts with a focus on individuals to ensure a strong foundation to any relationship.
At Someone.health, our psychologists address various aspects of personal growth and relationship readiness through couples therapy and counselling including:
Building self-esteem and emotional independence - working on loving yourself and being more comfortable and confident “in your own skin”.
Understanding personal needs within a relationship - knowing what you don’t want in a relationship is just as important as the must-haves and nice-to-haves.
Exploring past relationships and identifying destructive patterns - looking back often helps you move forward.
Developing effective communication strategies - active listening, as well as expressing yourself clearly - and dealing with conflict in a constructive way.
Addressing fears of vulnerability and intimacy - fears which are stifling and restrictive can stop you opening up and letting others in.
Getting help with putting yourself first can help you better prepare for healthy, satisfying, and long-lasting romantic connections. For Medicare card holders, bulk bill options are available to make therapy services more affordable and accessible for all Australians.
Psychologists can also help improve other relationships, such as those with children, coworkers, or even friends. Here’s some examples:
Improving communication - therapy can help with effective ways to express thoughts and feelings, which in turn, can enhance interactions with others. Learning to listen actively and clearly express yourself can reduce misunderstandings.
Boundary Setting - therapy can help understand your own boundaries and when you may need stronger (or weaker) boundaries. For example, an overbearing friend, a goal-oriented boss, or even your own demanding children may require a firmer stance.
Conflict Resolution - therapy can help equip you with strategies to handle disagreements constructively. A must for any relationship!
Self-Awareness - by understanding your own patterns, triggers, and emotional responses, you can better manage your reactions and how they are perceived by others. This self-awareness can lead to more patient parenting, more empathetic friendships, and more professional workplace interactions.
Stress Management - therapy can provide useful tools for managing stress. When you're less stressed, you're likely to be more present and patient, more collaborative, and more available to those in your life who are important to you.
If any of these apply to you, it may be time to consider a Someone.health psychologist to help:
Any past relationship trauma? Past experiences that have been negative or damaging can create lasting emotional impacts, affecting your ability to trust and connect with others.
Low self-esteem? If you feel unworthy, unattractive or unlovable, it may hinder the pursuit of new relationships or lead to prolonging or affecting healthy relationships.
Need to be strong and fear being vulnerable? You may be afraid of getting hurt, and opening up feels risky.
Feeling the pressure? Expectations around the right time, person, culture, or background can create anxiety and rushed decision-making.
Lacking in relationship skills? Effective communication, boundary setting, conflict resolution, and self-awareness are all areas that Someone.health therapists can assist with.
Unresolved personal issues? Underlying conditions, such as depression or anxiety, can interfere with forming relationships and maintaining them over time.
A psychologist can provide invaluable support for anyone seeking to improve their relationships at home, work or in the community. Here are some ways a psychologist can help:
1. Building emotional independence - which is all about you, and isn't dependent on relationship status.
2. Exploring previous relationships - identifying patterns and learning from past experiences to make healthier choices in the future.
3. Improving self-esteem - helping to build a strong sense of self-worth and confidence.
4. Addressing intimacy concerns - working through fears and barriers to physical and emotional closeness.
5. Teaching effective communication strategies - developing skills to express needs, feelings, and boundaries clearly and assertively.
6. Navigating early relationships - providing guidance on building trust, and establishing healthy foundations.
7. Understanding personal needs - helping identify what you truly want and need in a relationship.
8. Addressing vulnerability fears - including resilience building and working through the anxiety of emotional exposure.
9. Providing effective coping strategies - tools to manage relationship stress, rejection, and disappointment.
10. Moving on from past relationships - processing grief, dealing with trauma, letting go of emotional attachments, and healing from past hurts.
Why not book an online appointment with a Someone.health psychologist today? You don’t have to face it alone. Relationship therapy can make a significant difference in your life and relationships.
Psychologists available online
Tell us what matters to you, compare suitable appointments and keep your care details in your patient profile.
Find an appointmentIt will not always be obvious and it could be gradual. But when you start feeling better, then that means that the therapy is working.
You'll also be able to see things more clearly as you progress with your talk therapy. Healing, however, is not always so clear-cut. There will always be ups and downs. If that happens, you can talk to your psychologist about your progress and be open with what you're feeling.
Australia has regulatory bodies to ensure we maintain consistent and high standards across the psychology profession.
Yes. They are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA), listed with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and individually selected and monitored by Someone.health's expert clinical team.
Appointments are available immediately
Once you have signed up and we have verified your details, you can choose a psychologist who is available immediately. Our website displays in order of the first available appointment.
Only your GP or a psychiatrist can prescribe medication.
Medication can only be prescribed by medical doctors, which includes general practitioners (GPs) and psychiatrists.
If you need the services of a psychiatrist, please visit Call To Mind, a telehealth service specialising in psychiatry.
