On the Couch With Laura

Online Marriage & Couples Counselling From the Comfort of Your Own Couch

Without Leaving Your Home

You go around in circles fighting with no resolution.

It’s normal to fight with no resolution. Couples get triggered and focus on the problem, rather than the solution, which ends up going nowhere.

It means you need a clear way to communicate so you both feel heard, seen, and valued.
I can change this with my simple 6 step resolution process.

You’ll feel connected and reach a resolution each time. We want to get past cheating/lying but don’t know how we can do that or if I can get past it. I totally get that you have no idea how to move past this or even where to begin.

Need my simple 6 step process to understand one another.

The good news is there are so many things you can do to work through this. I have helped so many couples in this exact position. No two paths are ever the same. But you can get past this and create an unshakeable relationship

Why Couples Choose Me

01

Counselling that focuses on you as experts of your life but extracts what is potent and special about you as a couple to build an unshakeable relationship I take couples where they are at now.

02

No lengthy questionnaire or hours long of diagnostic sessions we get straight to where the challenges are to create real change.

03

I am a counsellor who does talk back and workshop with you actions that play to both of your strengths (they are not cut and paste actions that are the same for each couple) that are uniquely designed to work for you; your marriage and your life.

What my clients say:

Option One

Couples Counselling Day

FAQs

Ultimately, it is important to prioritise your own well-being and take care of yourself, even if your partner is not willing to participate in counselling. If the relationship becomes unhealthy or toxic, it may be necessary to consider seeking individual therapy or seeking support from a therapist or counsellor on your own.

A half day online couples intensive; allows you to compress time with the intent to fix your relationship in one day as opposed to months. 

Attending a half day couples counselling intensive is a valuable investment in your relationship. It allows you and your partner to step away from the distractions of daily life and focus on improving communication, understanding, and connection with each other.

Benefits of attending a couples counselling intensive half day include:

  1. Expert guidance: Laura provides guidance and tools to help you navigate conflicts and improve your relationship.

  2. A safe space: The retreat setting provides a safe and supportive environment for open and honest communication.

  3. Time to focus: By dedicating half a day to couples counselling, you and your partner can give your relationship the time and attention it deserves.

  4. New skills: You’ll learn new skills and strategies for improving your relationship and resolving conflicts.

  5. A fresh perspective: Sometimes a change of scenery and a fresh perspective can help couples see things in a new light and make positive changes. You can do the retreat at a hotel or a destination of your choosing.

Investing in your relationship is worth it. A half day couples counselling intensive can help you and your partner improve your connection, communication, and understanding, leading to a stronger and more fulfilling relationship.

My recommendation is to book a Half day online counselling intensive. This is where you would set aside half a day to work on your relationship and do the deep work. Book a free initial zoom call to see if it is the right fit for you and your partner.

There is no difference between Zoom and in person sessions. I have actually found my clients have better results as they are often more relaxed in their own environment.

Clients have also said how convenient online sessions are with both their schedules as it is often difficult to find time for in person sessions. 

Online also reduces the cost of babysitting (as the kids can sleep while you do the session) and no fuel/parking costs.

At this stage I am uncertain if I will run another one for 2025. If I do it won’t be until late October/November 2025.

I use different types of therapy based on the individuals or couples needs. Some of the counselling modalities I use are IMAGO, Narrative, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Inner Child work.

Marriage/relationship or couples counselling are just a different name for the same thing. All have the objective to move your relationship forward, build back trust, enhance your communication and increase connection.

Yes, if you belong to one of the following private health funds:

  •  Police Health Fund
  •  Emergency Services Health
  •  Phoenix Health
  •  St Lukes Health
  •  GMHBA
  •  see-u by HBF
  •  Teachers Union Health
  •  AIA
  •  Westfund

I would recommend to check with your health insurance provider as it can also depend on your level/type of coverage and waiting periods even if you are with a provider listed above.

01

What if my partner does not want counselling?

Ultimately, it is important to prioritise your own well being and take care of yourself, even if your partner is not willing to participate in counselling. If the relationship becomes unhealthy or toxic, it may be necessary to consider seeking individual therapy or seeking support from a therapist or counsellor on your own.

02

What is better Zoom or in person sessions?

There is no difference between Zoom and in person sessions. I have actually found my clients have better results as they are often more relaxed in their own environment.

Clients have also said how convenient online sessions are with both their schedules as it is often difficult to find time for in person sessions.

Online also reduces the cost of babysitting (as the kids can sleep while you do the session) and no fuel/parking costs.

03

Should I do the online counselling intensive or do ongoing weekly/fortnightly sessions?

A half day online couples intensive; allows you to compress time with the intent to fix your relationship in one day as opposed to months. 

Attending a half day couples counselling intensive is a valuable investment in your relationship. It allows you and your partner to step away from the distractions of daily life and focus on improving communication, understanding, and connection with each other.

Benefits of attending a couples counselling intensive half day include:

  1. Expert guidance: Laura provides guidance and tools to help you navigate conflicts and improve your relationship.

  2. A safe space: The retreat setting provides a safe and supportive environment for open and honest communication.

  3. Time to focus: By dedicating half a day to couples counselling, you and your partner can give your relationship the time and attention it deserves.

  4. New skills: You’ll learn new skills and strategies for improving your relationship and resolving conflicts.

  5. A fresh perspective: Sometimes a change of scenery and a fresh perspective can help couples see things in a new light and make positive changes. You can do the retreat at a hotel or a destination of your choosing.

Investing in your relationship is worth it. A half day couples counselling intensive can help you and your partner improve your connection, communication, and understanding, leading to a stronger and more fulfilling relationship.

04

What type of therapies do you use?

I use different types of therapy based on the individuals or couples needs. Some of the counselling modalities I use are IMAGO, Narrative, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Inner Child work.

05

I don't have time to do sessions how can I fix my relationship?

My recommendation is to book a Half day online counselling intensive. This is where you would set aside half a day to work on your relationship and do the deep work. Book a free initial zoom call to see if it is the right fit for you and your partner.

06

What if I am not married?

Marriage/relationship or couples counselling are just a different name for the same thing. All have the objective to move your relationship forward, build back trust, enhance your communication and increase connection.

07

How many sessions will we need?

Every couple is different so it will depend on your unique circumstances. However, as a general guide couples often need anywhere between 5-10 sessions.

08

Is couples counselling covered by our private health fund?

Yes, if you belong to one of the following private health funds:

  •  Police Health Fund
  •  Emergency Services Health
  •  Phoenix Health
  •  St Lukes Health
  •  GMHBA
  •  see u by HBF
  •  Teachers Union Health
  •  AIA
  •  Westfund

I would recommend to check with your health insurance provider as it can also depend on your level/type of coverage and waiting periods even if you are with a provider listed above.