About Couples Counselling
Reconnect and Repair Your Loving Relationship
With Jacqueline Hogan - Couples Counsellor
McCrae, Mornington Peninsular Near Melbourne
In-Person | Online | Retreats
Couples counselling is where healing begins, communication deepens, and love has space to return.
Feeling Stuck in Your Relationship?
You're Not Alone - And There's a Way Forward
All relationships have ups and downs, but when issues remain unresolved, resentment can build and drive a wedge between you. If attempts to repair only lead to more conflict, things are unlikely to improve on their own – it’s time to get professional help.
If you’re feeling disconnected, hurt, betrayed, frustrated, or overwhelmed in your relationship – you’re in the right place.
I understand the struggles couples face and how painful these struggles can be. Maybe you’ve tried going it alone in the past, or seeking help in some way, but found yourself right back where you started.
Here’s the thing, seeing a couples counsellor like me is an act of self-care – for you and your relationship. When you take care of yourself, you’re in a much better place to heal, grow, and reconnect with your partner. Embrace this concept and give yourself the support you need to give your relationship the best chance to survive, and thrive.
Do your conversations spiral into a yelling match, followed by the cold shoulder?
Communication is one of the biggest challenges in relationships, and if conflict is left to fester, it erodes your connection and does real damage to your relationship
Whether you’re stuck in constant arguments, feeling unheard, dealing with misunderstandings, or struggling with control issues, couples counselling can help break the cycle.
Work with me and discover a whole new way of communicating – one built on kindness, compassion, and mutual respect.
Perhaps the trust has been broken, and you’re feeling heartbroken, alone and distant in your relationship?
If you’re struggling with the devastating impact of infidelity, couples counselling offers a safe space to process betrayal, and explore the possibility of forgiveness and ways to rebuild trust.
Healing from deep wounds like betrayal takes time, but with the right support, you can nurture your relationship make it even stronger than before.
Understand there is hope, and a pathway forward, no matter where you’re starting from.
How Couples Counselling Can Help
I specialise in couples counselling and help you to reconnect, rebuild trust, and create a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.
I’m trained in the Gottman Method and Relational Life Therapy with Terry Real, along with other proven approaches – combining research-based techniques with heartfelt care to guide you back to each other.
My approach includes:
- Rebuilding trust and security – Heal from past hurts, including infidelity and emotional disconnection.
- Improving communication – Learn to express yourself with clarity, empathy, and confidence.
- Breaking unhealthy patterns – Identify and shift from destructive behaviours that create conflict.
- Strengthening emotional and physical intimacy – Reignite affection, connection, and passion.
- Navigating life transitions together – Build strength and resilience as a couple through parenting, work stress, mental health challenges, and more.
- Managing conflict constructively – Turn disagreements into opportunities for deeper understanding and growth.
- Nurturing your relationship for life – Create a loving, supportive relationship that stands the test of time.
With more than 25 years in counselling, and over 9 years dedicated to helping couples, I bring a wealth of experience to support you through the challenges you’re facing.
Learn More About My Approach & How I Help You
You Deserve a Safe, Loving Relationship
Couples counselling isn’t just for couples in crisis or those who are on the verge of separation. It’s also for couples who care deeply about their relationship and want to grow together.
Even healthy relationships have room to evolve.
There are many ways to deepen your connection and become the kind of partners you aspire to be.
Here’s how I support couples to create a safe, loving relationship:
Reduce Emotional Turmoil
Ease emotional discomfort with expert couples counselling support. Release feelings of hurt, betrayal, shame and guilt. Feel heard, validated and understood. Be supported through difficult times and important relationship decisions.
Unravel Relationship Issues
Talk through disagreements in a safe space and resolve conflict with clarity and care. Discover constructive solutions and find common ground to restore happiness in your relationship.
Repair & Reconnect
Rekindle intimacy and nurture your relationship with kindness and compassion. Learn to support each other and become the loving partner you aspire to be.
Every couple’s path is different, but with the right support, change is possible.
What Clients Are Saying
Start a New Chapter in Your Relationship
Couples counselling is a powerful process. Yes, it can be emotional, even confronting at times, but more often than not, it’s a deep relief.
Imagine the weight lifting from your shoulders as you finally talk through what really matters, in a space where you feel safe, seen, and heard. This is where real change begins.
My approach is personal, caring, and responsive to your needs. Whether you prefer a structured pace or a more free-flowing, flexible style, we’ll find a rhythm that feels right for you.
You can meet with me:
- In-person at my peaceful, private space in McCrae on the Mornington Peninsula.
- Online via Zoom, from the comfort of your home.
- Or choose the immersive Couples Retreat – ideal for going deep over a focused two-day experience.
Contact Jacqui Today
