“In this world, you will have trouble…” – John 16:33
The challenges of life can hit hard, even when you have a strong faith in Christ.
At Connections Count, we can help.
Our therapists come from a range of Christian denominations, but share the Judeo-Christian appreciation of the identity and intrinsic value of each person as created beings, loved by God and saved by grace.
In working with you, we will seek to understand your specific faith experience, beliefs and values and support you in deepening and strengthening your personal faith and your important relationships through therapy, in whatever way you need right now.
Christian therapy for individuals, couples and families
Online sessions via secure video conferencing: flexible, convenient, private
Therapists with specific training in gold-standard, evidence-based, experiential therapies
Our COME CLOSER course – eight bite sized video lessons which couples can apply immediately to strengthen their relationships
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10
At Connections Count, we help individuals struggling with mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, stress & relational difficulties find their way to freedom and wholeness.
As committed Christian psychologists, we can shape your treatment plan to complement your Christian worldview, using a range of evidence-based therapies. We believe psychology can be an incredible tool to support transformational renewal of your mind (Romans 12:2) and abundant life (John 10:10).
For individual therapy, Medicare or private health insurance rebates may be available with a valid referral – if you’d like to know more about this, just ask.
We’d love to support you to reach your emotional and mental health goals. Connect today.
“Therefore, what God has joined together, let no-one separate.” – Mark 10:9
God loves and values committed couples, and so do we.
At Connections Count, we help couples in need of support to strengthen or repair the bond between them. Couples often contact us for help with issues such as healing from betrayal, challenges around emotional or physical desire, managing conflict or improving communication. We can also support newer couples with marriage preparation or relationship enhancement work.
All of our psychologists have specific experience and specialised training in Emotionally Focused Couples’ Therapy, an evidence-based, attachment-focused therapy that is consistent with a Christian view of relationships as sacred, living bonds of love that – ideally – mirror Christ’s love for us. (Ephesians 5)
For couples, private health insurance rebates may be available – if you’d like to know more about this, just ask.
Let’s help you come closer.
With warmth, wit and compassion, Our ‘Come Closer’ Course presents six science-backed strategies in eight bite-sized video lessons which couples can apply immediately to COME CLOSER to each other today and every day.
Each video lesson is also accompanied by a simple, practical exercise you can complete with your partner, if you choose, to strengthen and reinforce your learning.
There are no cringey, weird instructions or overly dramatic case studies, just evidence-based tools and tips communicated with authenticity and clarity.
We invite you to join us – with your partner or on your own – as we share our favourite ways to COME CLOSER today.
This can also be a great way to get to know us, or introduce your partner to the idea of relationship therapy in a fun, easy, low-pressure way.
“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” – Proverbs 17:17
At Connections Count, we believe strong, healthy families can change the world. When a family is securely connected and functioning well, the effect of this ripples out to impact not only the individuals in the family, but their community, their city and beyond. We love supporting families to create and sustain the connection, confidence & joy God intended for them.
We can provide support for parents at all stages of the family life-cycle to help with routine establishment, boundary setting, supporting development and agency in children and navigating typical family challenges. We also provide family therapy for adult family members navigating more complex experiences such as unexpected diagnoses, illness, grief, betrayal, separation or other changes that impact the whole family system or specific relationships (e.g., adult children and their parents; adult siblings; other adult family members wishing to work on their relationship with each other).
We’d love to help you build or restore a strong, healthy family. Let’s connect.
Clinical Psychologist, Director
Katie enjoys working with couples, families and individuals. She also works with businesses and business leaders to enhance communication and collaboration in teams and partnerships.
Psychologist
Kerrin is dedicated to helping her clients move forward with confidence, creating the life they want – stronger and more connected, with insights from balancing her own work and family life.
CLINICAL Psychologist
Kara supports adults, new parents and couples to have meaningful connections and build strong relationships where they feel connected, truly understood, safe and secure.
COUNSELLOR & ACCREDITED SOCIAL WORKER
Karen is passionate about helping clients navigate life transitions, make sense of the complexities of life, and to help them build and maintain strong relationships.
COUNSELLOR & prepare/enrich certified facilitator
Mandy helps individuals and couples understand the patterns that keep them feeling stuck and move towards greater connection, security and lasting change.
counsellor
Jenny helps clients to break issues down and find some much-needed perspective -whether a problem feels too big or too small, too shameful or too complicated.
counsellor & art therapist
Jean helps clients to develop practical strategies to regulate the nervous system, reduce trauma responses, strengthen healthy connections, and promote emotional wellbeing and healing.
Our therapists come from a range of Christian denominations, but share the Judeo-Christian appreciation of the identity and intrinsic value of each person as a created being, loved by God and saved by grace. We all profess a personal faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. In working with you, we will seek to understand your specific faith experience, beliefs and values and support you in deepening and strengthening your personal faith through therapy, in whatever way you are needing at this point. We’ll be led by you as to the degree to which you’d like your faith and spirituality to be a part of your therapy.
Our head office is in Brisbane, Australia. However, as we offer online services, our therapists are able to meet you wherever you are, wherever that is, across Australia and beyond. (Some limitations may apply to services outside of Australia, to ensure we comply with all ethical and legal best practices. Our lovely administrator, Marie, can provide further guidance here if you are outside Australia and would like to connect with us).
Yes, each of our current therapists has over a decade of professional experience working in a range of settings and with a variety of presentations. All of our therapists are registered mental health professionals who have completed undergraduate and postgraduate studies in psychology, counselling or mental health. All are required to maintain their experience through regular professional development, including training and professional supervision. All of our therapists also have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy – a gold-standard treatment for relationship and family work.
Yes, as registered health professionals our therapists are required by their registering bodies to use evidence-based therapies in their practice. This means the techniques and strategies they use with you in therapy must have been shown in research to have a beneficial effect for the specific problems or challenges you’re bringing to therapy. No snake oil or quackery allowed.
When you book in with us you’ll be provided with instructions and a secure link to connect directly with your therapist at the time of your appointment via video-conferencing. We use Zoom as our video platform as it complies with all necessary privacy and security standards and works well on a range of devices. In the first session, your therapist will work with you to ensure a high quality video and audio connection, enabling clear communication, just as if you were sitting in the room together.
Online sessions also allow clients to save time and money on commuting to their therapist and increase flexible access to therapy as you can connect from wherever serves you best. Research has also demonstrated online sessions are as effective as in-person sessions in achieving therapeutic outcomes.
We are a privately billing clinic and each of our therapists charge different rates for their different services. Some services are eligible for a rebate under Medicare, DVA or private health insurance funding (with a valid referral or fund membership). Given this, it is best to enquire directly with our administrator, Marie. She can let you know the specific cost for the services you require, as well as any rebates which may apply. Taking rebates into account, fees for our services vary between $140-$350 per session, depending on what you need.
Our code of ethics means we will never share anything you share in therapy with any other person without your written consent (there are a few important legal exceptions we’ll share with you before your first session, so you’re fully informed). If you would like us to communicate with your pastor or leader we’ll discuss this with you and determine together the best course of action, based on your specific circumstances and needs. We’ll always seek to act in the way that best supports your therapeutic goals.
No. As mental health professionals, we work hard to follow all appropriate ethical codes and professional standards. We will never, under any circumstances, enforce any religious or spiritual beliefs, practices, judgements or opinions upon you.
As fellow, flawed humans, and recipients of God’s unconditional love and grace, we’re aware of our own imperfections, too. We seek to meet you where you are and walk alongside you as you explore your spiritual and psychological needs through therapy.
At Connections Count you will be loved, respected and challenged to move towards wholeness, in alignment with your own values and worldview. We would be honoured to journey with you in support of your healing and growth.
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