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14 Years
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Expert Mental Health Therapy in Sydney
Sydney Individuals and Couples Counselling has been dedicated to improving emotional wellbeing since 2012, with over 25 years of combined clinical experience from our lead practitioner. Our team specialises in evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. We provide tailored mental health solutions for individuals, couples, and families facing relationship challenges, anxiety, eating disorders, and life transitions. Our practice combines academic excellence - including a Master of Psychotherapy and Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling - with practical expertise in addressing communication breakdowns, pre-marital concerns, and post-divorce adjustment.We maintain strict confidentiality protocols under the Privacy Act while offering flexible session formats, including face-to-face appointments in Fairlight and secure Zoom consultations. Our therapeutic approach focuses on identifying root causes rather than surface symptoms, helping clients develop lasting coping strategies and emotional resilience. We serve clients across Sydney's Northern Beaches and remote locations through our telehealth services, maintaining professional affiliations with PACFA and the College of Relationship Counsellers. Our practice integrates academic research with real-world application, addressing contemporary relationship challenges including digital communication patterns and modern family dynamics.
Services
Couples therapy
Relationship counselling
Family therapy
Individual counselling
Eating disorder treatment
Anxiety management
Pre-marital counselling
Post-divorce adjustment
Parenting support
Telehealth sessions
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical experience in psychotherapy and relationship counselling
- Master of Psychotherapy and Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling qualifications
- Gottman Institute certified couples therapy training (Levels 1 & 2)
- Confidential sessions compliant with Australian Privacy Act regulations
- Integrated approach combining CBT, DBT and systemic therapy techniques
Associations and certifications
- PACFA
- College of Relationship Counsellers
What people say
Life-changing therapy
Empathetic professional
Effective relationship help
Confidential environment
Lasting improvements
Services
Couples therapy
Specialised therapy for relationship challenges using evidence-based techniques including Gottman Method and Systemic Therapy. Addresses communication breakdowns, trust issues, and intimacy concerns through structured 90-minute sessions. Helps couples rebuild emotional connection and develop conflict resolution skills for lasting relationship improvements.
Individual counselling
Tailored mental health support for anxiety, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. Combines Cognitive Behaviour Therapy with psychodynamic approaches in 60-minute sessions. Focuses on identifying root causes of distress and developing practical coping strategies for improved emotional wellbeing and daily functioning.
Family therapy
Systemic approach to improving family dynamics and communication patterns. Addresses intergenerational issues, parenting challenges, and conflict resolution through structured sessions. Helps families develop healthier interaction patterns and resolve long-standing relationship tensions effectively.
Eating disorder treatment
Specialised support for anorexia, bulimia, and disordered eating patterns. Integrates nutritional guidance with psychological therapy to address underlying emotional triggers. Focuses on developing healthy relationships with food and body image through individualised treatment plans.
Telehealth sessions
Secure video consultations for clients outside Sydney or with scheduling constraints. Maintains same therapeutic quality as face-to-face sessions using encrypted Zoom platform. Provides flexible access to mental health support while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
People
Liz Paul
Clinical Psychotherapist & Counsellor
Master of Psychotherapy with 25+ years clinical experience, specialising in relationship counselling and mental health therapy. Holds qualifications from Relationships Australia and Gottman Institute, focusing on evidence-based therapeutic approaches for individuals and couples.
Questions
Are therapy sessions confidential?
All sessions follow Privacy Act requirements with confidentiality only breached if harm risk exists, discussed openly with clients first.
How long does therapy typically last?
Duration varies by complexity - some issues resolve in weeks while deeper concerns require months of structured sessions for lasting change.
What therapy approaches are used?
Combines CBT, DBT, Systemic Therapy and Gottman techniques tailored to individual needs after initial assessment and discussion.
Can I choose session format?
Face-to-face sessions in Fairlight or secure Zoom appointments available to accommodate client preferences and location requirements.
What qualifications does the therapist hold?
Includes Master of Psychotherapy, Graduate Diploma Relationship Counselling, and Gottman Institute certification Levels 1 & 2.
What issues can be addressed?
Specialises in relationship problems, anxiety, eating disorders, family dynamics, pre-marital counselling, and post-divorce adjustment support.
Reviews (5)
John Alder
Oct 09, 2015
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Liz really helped us sort through our relationship problems. She was patient and friendly. I initially didn't want to see a therapist, but after our first session I knew she could help us.
Stewart Paul
Sep 16, 2015
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Liz is an excellent psychologist. Very warm and insightful. Highly recommended for relationship counselling, as well as individuals and families with issues.
Jacqui Newton
Aug 18, 2015
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Liz really helped me work through the break up of my parents marriage. I would recommend anyone with these problems to talk with Liz.
Beryl Shanks
Aug 15, 2015
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Liz has supported me through many years of stress, heartache and trauma. Her contined patience, compassion and support has helped me to find acceptance and in turn contentment in my life.
Peta Maas
May 27, 2015
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I was struggling to manage personal and work stresses with a recent job promotion and the guidance Liz gave me helped me get through those tough times. Thanks Liz!
