Couple and Relationship Counselling
Our couple and relationship counselling can help you strengthen your relationship, improve communication, and work through challenges together.
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We help couples and people in relationships build healthier relationships and find new ways to connect. All relationships have challenges from time to time, and reaching out is the first step toward making things better. Whether you’re a couple, in a relationship, or a partnership, our programs can help you reconnect, communicate better, and work through difficult times. Our services give you the skills to reduce conflict and improve understanding and connection in your relationship.
Couples
Who is this for?
Our couples and relationship counselling in Melbourne and Victoria helps improve communication, navigate transitions, and reconnect, so you can build a stronger, more supportive relationship.
You may benefit from this service if:
- You want to reconnect emotionally
- You want to improve the communication in your relationship
- You’re feeling more like housemates than partners
- There’s unresolved conflict or stress in your relationship
- Parenting or life responsibilities are causing tension
We welcome all couples and relationship types.
What can I expect?
Our job is to help you feel comfortable and supported.
When you first get in touch, one of our friendly client services officers will explain our fees and help you book your session, whether you prefer to meet at one of our locations or online.
Before your first session you’ll be asked to fill out registration and consent for service forms. This helps us understand your situation better and explains the counselling process and your rights around privacy and confidentiality.
During your first session (which lasts about 50 minutes), your counsellor will:
- Discuss confidentiality and privacy with you.
- Ask questions to understand what’s been happening in your life.
- Explore any underlying triggers or factors that may be contributing to your situation.
- Most importantly, talk about what you hope to get out of counselling.
We will begin by meeting with you individually. This helps your counsellor understand your individual needs and goals. Where assessed as safe and suitable, your counsellor will then meet with you together.
Your counsellor will discuss and make a plan with you for your next steps, whether that means weekly, fortnightly, or a different schedule that works for you. At the end of each session, our team will help you book your next appointment..
How can we help?
Our couple and relationship counselling is focused on improving communication, resolving conflict and restoring connection.
Our counsellors provide a warm, inclusive and confidential space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard. Using evidence-based approaches, they can help you:
- Rebuild trust and closeness
- Manage stress, grief or emotions affecting your relationship
- Develop shared goals and values
- Adjust to major transitions or life changes
Our couple and relationship counselling services are available across Melbourne and Victoria and are available in person or online, designed to give you the support you need in a way that works best for you.
How to book
Getting started is simple. Just reach out to our client services team who will answer any questions, talk you through fees and help you book your first appointment. While sessions are usually available quickly, wait times can vary depending on location.
Program fees
Fees are scaled based on your income. Concession rates are available.
Please let us know if you are experiencing financial hardship. Fee variation or relief can be assessed and applied.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. We are proud to support all couples and relationships, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, culture or ability. Our organisation is accredited under:
- Health and Community Service Standards
- Rainbow Tick Standards
- National Standards for Mental Health Services
Fees are scaled and based on your income and the type of counselling you’re accessing (individual, relationship or family).
Fees will be explained when you book your first session. If your financial situation changes, let us know and we’ll adjust fees with you.
No referral is required. You can contact us directly to make a booking.
No, Couple, relationship and other counselling services delivered at Relationship Matters are not eligible for a rebate from Medicare and/or Private Health Insurance.
Yes. You will all be required to attend an individual intake appointment. Joint sessions will follow if assessed as safe and appropriate to do so.
Yes. Protecting your privacy and wellbeing is central to how we work. The only exceptions are where there are concerns about safety or harm or where we are required to release your information as required by law.
Yes. We offer online sessions. If you would prefer to connect online, we’ll guide you through the process.
Absolutely. Please let us know if you have a carer or would like a support person to attend with you.
📞 Call us on 1300 543 396
📧 Email: contact@relationshipmatters.com.au