I offer relationship counselling for individuals, couples and families who feel stuck in patterns that lead to distress, conflict or emotional distance.
My work focuses on helping people slow things down, understand what’s happening underneath the surface, and make sense of the patterns that keep repeating, rather than blaming themselves or each other.
I aim to create a calm, supportive space where people can talk about difficult experiences safely and work towards clearer communication and more secure ways of relating.
Individuals often seek relationship counselling when they feel distressed by recurring relationship patterns, emotional overwhelm, or ongoing conflict with partners, family members, or others close to them.
Many people notice the same themes repeating- feeling unheard, too much, shut down, or responsible for holding relationships together - without fully understanding why.
Relationship counselling offers a space to slow things down, explore these patterns, and develop greater clarity, self-understanding, and safer ways of relating, both with others and with yourself.
Couples often seek relationship counselling when communication breaks down, conflict feels repetitive, or emotional and physical distance has grown. Many couples feel stuck having the same arguments without resolution, or unsure how they ended up feeling so disconnected.
It’s common for couples to fall into patterns where one partner pursues while the other withdraws, or where misunderstandings quickly escalate into hurt, defensiveness, or shutdown. These cycles can show up around many issues, including communication, intimacy and sex, infidelity, pornography use, or the impact of stress, addiction, or life transitions. Over time, these patterns can feel exhausting and discouraging for both partners.
Relationship counselling offers a space to slow things down, understand these patterns together, and explore safer ways of communicating and reconnecting, emotionally and physically, without blame.
Families often seek counselling when communication feels strained, conflict has increased, or relationships within the family feel tense, distant, or stuck. Parents may feel overwhelmed, unsure how to support their children, or caught in repeated power struggles or misunderstandings.
Families can become stuck in patterns where everyone feels reactive, unheard, or blamed, even when everyone is trying their best. Over time, these dynamics can erode trust and emotional safety.
Family counselling offers a space to slow things down, understand what’s happening within the family system, and work towards clearer communication, stronger connection, and more supportive ways of relating.
My work is grounded in a calm, respectful and trauma-aware approach. I focus on creating a space where people can slow things down, feel heard, and make sense of what’s happening underneath the surface of their experiences.
Rather than assigning blame or rushing to solutions, I help people notice the patterns that shape their relationships
My work is grounded in a calm, respectful and trauma-aware approach. I focus on creating a space where people can slow things down, feel heard, and make sense of what’s happening underneath the surface of their experiences.
Rather than assigning blame or rushing to solutions, I help people notice the patterns that shape their relationships and emotional responses, and explore new ways of relating that feel safer and more sustainable.
I work with individuals, couples and families who feel distressed or stuck in their relationships and want help understanding what’s happening. People often come feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, unsure how to communicate, or caught in patterns that keep repeating despite their best efforts.
I tend to work best with people who are open to
I work with individuals, couples and families who feel distressed or stuck in their relationships and want help understanding what’s happening. People often come feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, unsure how to communicate, or caught in patterns that keep repeating despite their best efforts.
I tend to work best with people who are open to reflection, curious about patterns in themselves and their relationships, and wanting a thoughtful, respectful space to explore change at a pace that feels manageable.
Sessions begin with understanding what’s brought you to counselling and what feels most pressing right now. Some people come with a sense of urgency, others needing space to reflect, and we’ll work at a pace that supports meaningful, longer-term change.
Counselling may involve both reflection and more focused, directive conversations, depe
Sessions begin with understanding what’s brought you to counselling and what feels most pressing right now. Some people come with a sense of urgency, others needing space to reflect, and we’ll work at a pace that supports meaningful, longer-term change.
Counselling may involve both reflection and more focused, directive conversations, depending on what’s helpful. I offer relationship counselling in Sydney and online, and you’re welcome to get in touch if you’d like to discuss next steps or ask questions before deciding.
I’m Mandy. I value thoughtful, respectful conversations and aim to offer a calm, grounded presence in the counselling room. I know it can take courage to reach out, and I approach this work with care, curiosity and respect for each person’s experience.
