WE HAVE THE BEST TEAM
Meet Our Therapists
We think it’s really important that clinicians have a mixture of clinical skill and human qualities that mean you can place your trust in them. Our therapists hold the highest qualifications in couple therapy, and are THE EXPERTS in relationship therapy.
We interview all couples before we agree to work with them, as well as carry out rigorous background checks to ensure you are paired with the best practitioner who can meet your specific needs.
Susan Lackner
Founder/Director Couples & Relationship Counselling Specialist & Clinical Supervisor
Susan has a degree in Psychology and has completed two Masters Degrees in Social Science and Couple Counselling.
Mellisa Clark
Couple Counselling & Relationship Specialist
Mellisa holds a Masters in Counselling from Monash University and has completed Relationship Australia’s Specialist Course in Integrative Couple Therapy.
Rach Cowling
Couple Counselling Specialist & Psychotherapist
Rach (they them) holds a Graduate Diploma in Psychology, a Masters in Couple Counselling and completed Relationships Australia's Specialist Course in Integrative Couple Therapy.
Rowena Meadows
Couple & Relationship Counselling Specialist
Rowena has previously worked as a psychologist and holds a Masters in Counselling, specialising in relationship therapy from Swinburne university.
Edina Tugui
Couple Counselling Specialist & Psychotherapist
Edina has over 10 years’ experience working with families, couples, and individuals across a number of community and mental health service roles
Annie Poloni
Couple Counselling Specialist & Psychotherapist
Annie holds a Masters in Counselling from Swinburne University of Technology, specialising in integrative couple's therapy.
Nick Mason
Couple Counselling Specialist & Psychotherapist
Nick holds a Masters Degree in Counselling, specialising in couples and relationship therapy.
Romain Samarasekera
Couple Counselling Specialist & Psychotherapist
Romain holds a Master’s degree in Couples Counselling with specialist training from Relationships Australia. She offers a warm, collaborative space for couples and individuals, bringing compassion, curiosity and sensitivity to her work.
Zoe Kimpton
Couple Counselling Specialist & Psychotherapist
Zoe holds a Master’s in Couple Counselling and completed the Specialist Course in Integrative Couple Therapy at Relationships Australia. She is warm, approachable, and genuinely interested in people and their stories.
Claudio Pizzingrilli
Couple Counselling Specialist & Psychotherapist
Claudio is a thoughtful and intuitive practitioner who supports couples to navigate the complexities of their relationships in a gentle, respectful, and compassionate way.
Tamsin Gatewood
Couple Counselling Specialist & Psychotherapist
Tamsin brings a rare blend of creativity and corporate experience to her work as a couples counsellor. Tamsin believes relationships thrive when people feel heard, understood and empowered and that meaningful change begins with courageous conversation.
WHY CALL US?
People Trust Us
We are a group of professional and experienced relationship specialists and psychotherapists offering specialist couples and relationship therapy. We offer the most effective, tailor made approaches for your relationship wellbeing.
Caring Environment
Experienced Therapists
Free Booking Consultation
Personalised Sessions
Qualified Counsellors
Rebate Available
Members of PACFA and ACA
Clinics in Brighton and Malvern
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