Relationship Counselling
What is Gottman Therapy?
Gottman therapy achieves its goals through various techniques and interventions
Assessment
The therapy typically starts with an assessment of the couple’s relationship dynamics, including strengths and areas needing improvement. This assessment often involves questionnaires and structured interviews.
Communication Skills
Couples learn effective communication skills, such as active listening, expressing feelings and needs clearly, and validating each other’s perspectives.
Conflict Management
Gottman therapy teaches couples specific strategies to manage conflicts constructively, such as using “I” statements, taking breaks when tensions rise, and finding compromise solutions.
Emotional Regulation
Partners learn techniques to regulate their emotions during disagreements, reducing the likelihood of destructive interactions.
Building Friendship
The therapy emphasises nurturing the friendship and connection between partners by engaging in activities that promote mutual enjoyment and understanding.
Intimacy Enhancement
Gottman therapy helps couples deepen emotional and physical intimacy by fostering trust, vulnerability, and affection.
Shared Meaning
Couples work on creating shared goals, values, and rituals that strengthen their bond and sense of unity.
Find a Gottman Therapist
Jono Derkenne
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
Jono (He/Him) is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker.
Annabel Igoe
Social Worker, Psychotherapist & Yoga
Annabel (She/Her) is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (BSW, MSW), Psychotherapist & Yoga Teacher.
Brooke Smith
Registered Psychologist
Brooke is a Psychologist with a background in the not-for-profit mental health and LGBTIQ health sectors.
Carli McIntyre
Occupational Therapist
Carli is a registered Occupational Therapist with 22 years’ experience in community & hospital mental health.
Chauncey Sjostedt
Gestalt Therapist
Chauncey (She/Her) is a dedicated healthcare professional with over ten years of experience
Welcome and Discover Excellence in Our Relationship Therapy Services
Connecting Mental Health has set the gold standard for couples psychologist services in Sydney for over a decade. Founded by Jono Derkenne, a seasoned Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, we embody passion, expertise, and dedication to bridging the gaps in Australia’s mental health sphere. We don’t just offer services; we provide solutions, championing a seamless junction of clients and therapists and illuminating the diverse therapy approaches available.
A Comprehensive Approach: Professional Couples Counselling in Sydney
Every relationship has its unique challenges. At Connecting Mental Health, we offer tailored couples counselling in Sydney, guiding partners through their relational journey ensuring love and understanding remain paramount.
The Trustworthy Choice: Why Choose Our Couples Counselling Services in Sydney
- Evidence-Backed Methods: In the vast landscape of couples counselling in Sydney, our services stand tall, backed by scientific research and proven methodologies.
- Reputation Matters: Connecting Mental Health is not just another name in Sydney’s relationship therapy scene. We pride ourselves on a stellar reputation earned through years of dedication and success stories.
- Sydney-Centric Approach: Understanding the unique relationship challenges faced by Sydneysiders, we’ve fine-tuned our services to resonate with the local ethos, ensuring that our counselling is both relevant and effective.
Guided by Seasoned Hands: Experienced Couples Therapists in Sydney
Under our roof, we house some of the finest experts in couples therapy in Sydney. Each therapist brings knowledge, ensuring your relationship is nurtured and strengthened.
Strengthening Bonds: Marriage Counselling and Therapy in Sydney
Marriage is a beautiful journey, yet it can present its trials. Our marriage counselling services in Sydney are designed to help couples navigate these trials, ensuring a lasting and loving bond.
The Path to Marital Contentment: Benefits of Marriage Counselling in Sydney
- Future-Forward Investment: Opting for marriage counselling in Sydney with Connecting Mental Health isn’t just about addressing the present and crafting a brighter, harmonious future.
- Deepened Understanding: Our tailored approach in marriage counselling in Sydney fosters mutual understanding, ensuring that couples can see, hear, and deeply understand one another’s perspectives.
- Rekindling Love: Sydney’s fast-paced life can sometimes blur what’s truly important. Our counselling methods prioritise rekindling that essential spark of love and intimacy between partners.
- Ensuring Mutual Respect: A cornerstone of any lasting relationship, respect is paramount. Our counselling services in Sydney are meticulously designed to reinforce the foundations of mutual respect and appreciation.
Choose Connecting Mental Health for a revitalised marriage journey where understanding, love, and mutual respect take centre stage.
Nurturing Marital Ties: Experienced Marriage Therapists in Sydney
Our therapists specialise in marriage therapy in Sydney, equipped with the skills and compassion to guide couples through marital challenges.
Strengthening Every Connection: Relationship Counselling Services
From the bustling streets of Sydney to the tranquil corners of regional New South Wales, our relationship counselling services cater to every Australian heart, seeking connection and clarity.
Pathway to Harmony: Effective Relationship Therapy in Sydney
At Connecting Mental Health, we’ve cultivated a space where effective relationship counselling in Sydney thrives, ensuring every relationship blossoms.
Your Relationship Allies: Skilled Psychologists for Couples in Sydney
Our couples psychologists in Sydney are more than just therapists; they’re relationship architects, designing solid foundations for every loving partnership.
The Journey Towards Harmonious Ties: Your Path to Relationship Healing
Relationships are intricate; every so often, they require a healing touch. Our relationship counselling in Sydney offers that healing touch, ensuring every relationship thrives.
How Our Therapy Services Can Help Elevate Your Relationship Journey
Every relationship has a rhythm, a unique melody that defines its essence. At Connecting Mental Health, we understand that this rhythm can sometimes get disrupted, leading to discord. Through our couples counselling in Sydney, we strive to realign this melody, ensuring every relationship sings harmoniously.
- Individualised Approach: No two relationships are the same, so we never adopt a one-size-fits-all strategy. Our vast array of therapies, from ACT to Bowen Family Therapy, ensures we have the perfect solution for every unique relationship challenge.
- Rebuilding Connections: Through our relationships counselling Sydney services, we delve deep to rebuild lost connections, ensuring couples can reforge bonds stronger than ever.
- Navigating Relationship Milestones: Whether it’s a new relationship or one that’s stood the test of time, we offer guidance through every milestone, ensuring couples can easily navigate smooth and turbulent waters.
- Empowerment Through Knowledge: Apart from therapy, we believe in empowering couples with knowledge. Through our couples counselling Sydney services, we educate partners on various therapeutic approaches, ensuring they make informed decisions.
Booking Your Relationship Counselling Session: Your First Step to Harmony
Navigating the path to relationship wellness should be hassle-free. That’s why, at Connecting Mental Health, we’ve streamlined our process to ensure ease, simplicity, and excellence, especially for our valued Sydneysiders.
- Online Introductory Assessment: Before diving into therapy, our online assessment provides a structured platform to understand your unique relationship challenges, ensuring we tailor our approach right from the start.
- Flexible Session Options:
- 60-Minute Telehealth Session: For those who prefer the convenience of a virtual meet-up, our Telehealth sessions ensure you get the guidance you need, no matter where you are.
- 60-Minute In-Person Session: For a more traditional touch, meet our Sydney therapists face-to-face and experience the benefits of in-person interactions.
- Expertise in Family Dynamics: Beyond couples, we offer Family Therapy, ensuring the entire family finds harmony and understanding.
So, if you’re ready to take the first step on a transformative journey that promises growth, understanding, and harmony, book your session with us today. Our dedicated Sydney therapists await, ready to guide you every step of the way.
Contact Us for Couples and Marriage Counselling
Have questions? Need guidance? We’re here for you. Contact our dedicated team to explore how we can make your relationship even more beautiful.
A Step Towards Love & Understanding
Trusted Expertise Awaits
Taking the first step towards healing is often the hardest, but with Connecting Mental Health, you’re not alone. Our reputation, built on trust and expertise, assures that your journey is in capable hands.
Australia-Wide Access
Distance shouldn’t deter quality care. Our expansive network ensures that even if you’re in rural or regional areas, top-notch counselling is within reach.
Diverse Therapeutic Approaches
Every relationship is unique, and so should be its therapy. From Relationship Counselling to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, our diverse range ensures a fit for every need.
Initiate Your Healing Journey Today
If you’re in Sydney and beyond yearning for change, it’s time to connect with us. Let’s embark on a transformative journey together. Your relationship deserves the best, and at Connecting Mental Health, that’s precisely what we offer.
