Relationships
At Clearview Pathway, we understand that healthy relationships result in fewer physical, emotional and mental health issues. Conversely, we understand how relationship issues can impact a person’s self-esteem and their ability to live a happy life.
In a safe and non-judgmental space, we will provide individuals, couples and families with skills to help better manage conflict and re-build happy relationships.
Relationship counselling
“Whenever you're in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is attitude.” – William James
What is relationship counselling?
Conflict occurs in every relationship. Although not an exhaustive list, some common relationship issues include:
- Infidelity/loss of trust
- Communication issues
- Controlling/abusive behaviour *
- Blended/extended family issues
- Divergent interests and life goals (growing apart)
- Loss of intimacy and affection
- Parenting concerns (or the decision to have children)
- Financial problems
Many people believe that relationship counselling is a last resort to saving a relationship. But by that point, it is often too late. Counselling should begin as soon as the issue begins to interfere with your everyday life.
Believe it or not, relationship counselling is not just for married people. It can also benefit cohabiting couples, family members and individuals in any type of relationship i.e. a business relationship. And you do not have to wait until serious problems occur before seeking counselling. Some people start counselling early on in their relationship to prevent these problems from developing.
How we can help
From a safe and non-judgmental space, we can help individuals, couples and families identify key areas for change and equip them with the communication skills necessary to better manage conflict and cope with stress, creating a stronger, healthier and happier relationship. Our expert support shifts the focus away from blame and fault, towards the personal strengths and positive attributes that each individual brings to the relationship resulting in an ‘us versus the problem’ perspective rather than ‘me against you’.
If you, or anyone you know is experiencing any of the issues above, book an appointment with us at Clearview Pathway
* Please note that we do not offer Domestic and Family Violence(DFV)/Abuse counselling.
IF YOU, OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW, IS EXPERIENCING, OR HAS BEEN THREATENED WITH ABUSE, PLEASE CALL TRIPLE ZERO (000)
Other sources of help for DFV/abuse are:
Call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732), the National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service. You can also find the service you need here.
Services Australia has information on domestic violence in languages other than English (including audio resources.
The Men’s Referral Service (1300 766 491) is a family violence telephone counselling, information and referral service for men wanting to take responsibility for their violent behaviour.
MensLine Australia (1300 78 99 78) provides support to men having relationship problems and men who commit, or experience, domestic violence.
The National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline (1800 880 052) is a confidential service for reporting abuse and neglect of people with disability.
Services Australia’s (Centrelink) Crisis Payment may help you financially if you’re experiencing domestic violence; call 132 850.
Call Lifeline (13 11 14) for support if you are suffering a personal crisis, you are thinking of suicide or someone close to you is thinking of suicide.
Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) is a confidential counselling service for young people aged between 5 and 25 – via telephone, email and online chat.