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COUPLES+ THERAPIST / COUNSELLOR
In Person & Telehealth
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Available After Hours
Hi, I’m An (pronounced like the ‘An’ in Anya)—a therapist who works with couples+ navigating relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, grief, and emotional expression. I have a special interest in supporting people through issues around communication, infidelity, intimacy, reconnecting, life transitions, and identity.
I’m passionate about creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can feel truly seen and heard. My approach is collaborative and flexible—tailored to your story, your values, and what matters most to you right now. I bring empathy, humour, and curiosity into the room, and I see therapy as a space where we can gently explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change—together.
I welcome people from all walks of life, including those from LGBTQIA+ communities, diverse cultural backgrounds, and all relationship structures. I’ll meet you where you are—with warmth, respect, and care. I am also able to provide sessions in Mandarin.
Qualifications and Professional Memberships
Australian Counselling Association (ACA) Membership
Master of Counselling, Monash University
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Nanyang Technological University
Gottman Method Training
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Luma Room is a space to explore connection
Relationship Therapy
Relationship therapy may suit you if you’d like to navigate and nurture the connections that are significant to you.
Luma Room is based on Wurundjeri land in Brunswick. We offer relationship therapy for couples+ either in person at our location on Sydney Road (near Barkly Square) or via Telehealth online, if preferred.
I like to draw from therapies including:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
The Gottman Method
My practice is grounded in a client-centred framework, and I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities depending on your needs. I have specific training in couples therapy approaches such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and The Gottman Method, supporting partners to navigate conflict, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection. People who see me may be experiencing things like affairs or trust breaks, parenthood, life changes such as grief or workload, and reconnecting with each other (intimacy and sex).
I hold a Master of Counselling from Monash University and a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology with Honours. I’ve also been involved in research through the NTU Social and Affective Neuroscience Lab, contributing to publications on topics such as parenting, relationship quality, criticism, bonding, and sleep.
Outside of sessions, I’m committed to ongoing professional development to ensure I continue offering thoughtful, evidence-informed care. If you’re looking for a therapist who will walk alongside you with gentleness, honesty, and an open mind, I’d love to connect.