Relationship Counselling and Pre-Commitment Relationship Counselling
Relationships take effort, and at times, couples may need support to navigate challenges or strengthen their connection. Our relationship counselling services provide a safe and supportive space to help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and enhance the quality of their relationship.
Our therapists have specialised training and experience in couples counseling, guiding both partners through constructive conversations and strategies tailored to their needs. Key aspects of counselling include:
- Identifying and addressing problematic relationship patterns
- Developing effective communication skills to express needs and listen actively
- Learning strategies for managing conflict in productive, positive ways
- Shifting unhealthy dynamics to foster healthier interactions
- Establishing shared goals for the future of the relationship
- Addressing specific concerns such as infidelity or trust issues
Relationship counselling may also benefit couples going through separation. In these cases, therapy focuses on fostering an amicable and respectful separation, particularly when children are involved.
For added flexibility, both relationship and pre-commitment counseling sessions with Jaci Peters are available outside of regular hours by arrangement.
Pre-Commitment Relationship Counselling
Before making a major commitment—marriage, buying a home, living together, or starting a family—pre-commitment counselling can be invaluable. Every partner brings unique histories, values, and needs, which can lead to challenges over time. Counselling equips couples with tools to navigate differences, fostering a stronger, more harmonious relationship.
Pre-commitment relationship counselling provides a safe space to discuss important topics such as:
- Children and/or parenting
- Finances
- Extended families and friends
- Culture and/or religion
- Emotional and/or physical intimacy
- Expectations, values and beliefs
Pre-commitment counselling helps couples build key relationship skills, including:
Improving communication skills: learning effective ways to express individual needs, to actively listen to each other, and to respond.
Reducing and/or preventing conflict: learning ways to engage in healthy conflict resolution around challenges and differences.
Understanding and negotiating expectations and differences: not just between partners but also in relationships with family and friends.
Planning for a positive future: determining individual responsibilities, addressing and drawing on strengths and abilities, and working as a team to develop shared goals.
Inspired Psychology’s experienced clinicians are here to help you build a shared vision for your future and strengthen your relationship. We welcome all enquiries and are here to support you on your journey.
Relationship counselling does not attract a Medicare rebate however private health insurance may cover some of the cost.