Support for New Parents

Counselling is a collaborative process where we explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours together. We’ll identify key concerns and develop practical strategies to improve your relationships and life. While I’m not a psychologist and don’t provide formal diagnoses, I can support issues like anxiety, depression, or attachment concerns and refer you to a GP or psychologist if needed. This is ideal for people seeking online counselling in Sydney and across Australia.

Absolutely. Your online counselling sessions are confidential. I am dedicated to maintaining your privacy and security. However, there are legal and ethical limits, such as mandatory reporting, serious safety issues, or subpoenas. If such a situation arises, I will inform you and explain the next steps.

No referral is required to access individual or couples counselling at The Love Life Counsellor. You can book your first session directly, making it easy and convenient to start your counselling journey. (If you happen to have a referral or documentation, you are welcome to email it to info@thelovelifecounsellor.com.au

Currently, I do not offer rebates via Medicare, or private health fund rebates for counselling sessions. This means I do not report to Medicare or a doctor about your sessions. If you need a psychologist or clinical mental health service with rebates, I can provide guidance or a referral.

While it’s ideal for both partners to attend couples counselling, you can still make positive changes on your own. I will work with you to develop strategies you can use independently and help encourage your partner to get involved when they’re ready. Your growth matters and starts now. Both partners are required to attend the couples' programs.

I’m based in Sydney, NSW, and I offer telehealth counselling sessions across Australia. You’ll receive a secure link via email for your online session — no app download required. Please log in from a quiet, private space with a stable internet connection.

Psychologists and Counsellors have different roles.​ Psychologists have extensive knowledge of the brain, and they provide valuable support to those who require diagnosis or clinical management of psychological or behavioural disorder or illness. Psychology services may be needed if you have symptoms of mental illness or are struggling to manage a diagnosed mental illness or personality disorder. Counsellors have the skills to recognise symptoms and can provide information or referral to a GP or psychologist. If you think you may be in need of psychology services, please do not hesitate to speak with your GP.

Counselling is not an immediate remedy. To get the best outcome, you will be required to actively and honestly participate in your sessions. ​ You may be expected to complete in-home tasks outside of your sessions to help you build upon your skills or overcome issues. ​ While I will work with you as best as I can, I cannot guarantee results or positive outcomes. Counselling is typically helpful in the moment; however, if it's not, benefits can be seen over time, even after counselling has ended. The little things we learn about ourselves or pick up on in counselling can be observed sometimes years down the track. ​ Sometimes it depends on how ready we are, or how ready both partners in a relationship are, to make changes that influence how successful counselling is.

No. Many people seek counselling while they are single. In fact, working on relationship patterns, emotional awareness, and boundaries can be especially helpful between relationships or while dating.

Singles counselling can support you with: Repeating relationship patterns Dating anxiety or avoidance Difficulty trusting or opening up Grief and loss Emotional and relational difficulties following a separation Low confidence or self-doubt in relationships Healing from past relationship experiences Understanding attachment styles and boundaries Sessions are guided by what feels most relevant to you.

Counselling does not guarantee outcomes such as finding a partner. Instead, it helps you understand yourself more clearly, make intentional choices, and approach relationships with greater confidence and awareness. Many people find this naturally supports healthier connections over time.

You can attend counselling while dating. Sessions can support you in navigating uncertainty, communication, emotional triggers, and decision-making as experiences arise.

Before your first session: Complete the online Intake Form and Informed Consent Form. If you’re booking couples counselling, please complete the Couples’ Questionnaire individually ahead of time. Choose a private, comfortable space with a reliable connection. Your readiness and openness help us build trust and do meaningful work together.

The number of sessions varies based on your unique situation: how soon we build rapport, how motivated you and/or your partner are, the complexity of issues, and what goals we set together. I will never keep you in counselling longer than necessary - my aim is to support you to independence. My couples' programs are run within a set number of weeks. If you find you would like extra support, we can go at your pace and extend the program according to your needs.

At this time, I only offer online telehealth counselling sessions. The online model allows for greater flexibility, convenience and accessibility across Sydney and Australia — and helps to keep counselling affordable.

This service is not a crisis support service. If you experience a crisis during a session, I will guide you with coping strategies and assist as we work through it. If you’re in crisis outside of a session — or if you or someone in your care is in immediate danger — please call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department. If children or dependents are at risk, please call 000 immediately.

To cancel or reschedule a session without charge, please provide at least 48 hours’ notice. If you cancel less than 48 hours ahead, the full session fee will apply. This policy allows spots to be made available for others seeking counselling support.

Counselling takes place in a safe, professional environment. Services may be refused if you attend under the influence of alcohol or drugs, in which case the session will be terminated without a refund, and you’ll need to reschedule. If there are safety risks (to yourself or others), I may decline to provide service and offer referrals to more appropriate support options.

That’s very common. Counselling doesn’t require you to have clear answers. Sessions often begin with curiosity and reflection, helping you explore and understand what feels challenging and why.