Marina

Registered Counsellor in Newstead and Broadbeach

Registered Counsellor Brisbane

Master of Counselling, Bachelor of Education

She/Her/Hers

Hart Centre Certified

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Accepted Insurance Funds
  • ACA Health
  • AHM Health
  • Bupa
Specialised Training
  • Mindfulness Based Couple Therapy
  • The Role of the Body in Couple Therapy
  • Couple Conflict Resolution
  • Working with Trauma
  • Post Traumatic Growth
Areas of Interest
  • Narcissistic love abuse recovery
  • Trauma informed care
  • Inner child trauma healing
  • Emotional focused couple therapy
Types of Therapy (Modalities)
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Choice Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Gottman Method
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)​
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Person-Centred Therapy (Client-Centred / Rogerian Psychotherapy)
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoeducation
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Transpersonal
  • Trauma Focused
  • Trauma Informed
About Marina

Marina is a highly experienced relationship therapist with over 20 years of expertise, utilising the latest brain science and relationship therapy principles to help individuals and couples thrive. Marina specialises in using emotional therapy techniques that connect the brain, body, and soul, fostering deeper connections and understanding within relationships.

Her compassionate approach empowers couples to stay emotionally connected by teaching them practical strategies to build their “love bank” and maintain their “couple love bubble,” ensuring a strong and lasting bond.

As an accomplished author and specialist in the field of narcissistic love abuse recovery, Marina is dedicated to helping individuals heal from the trauma associated with abusive relationships. She provides trauma-informed care, offering a safe and supportive environment where clients can regain their sense of self, rebuild their confidence, and move forward with healthier relationship patterns.

Marina’s holistic approach integrates the latest findings in neuroscience with proven therapeutic techniques, making her a trusted guide for those seeking to enhance their emotional well-being and relationship satisfaction. Her passion for helping others, combined with her extensive knowledge and experience, has made her a respected figure in the realm of relationship therapy and emotional healing.

Hart Centre located in Newstead, QLD

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Learn more about Marina

More about Marina

How many years counselling experience do you have?

Over 10 years

What are three strengths you have as a Psychologist/Counsellor?
  • Empathy and Active Listening
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Commitment to Continuous Learning and Professional Development
What is the most satisfying and fulfilling part of the work you do?

Helping people overcome trauma and move to experience love based relationships. I love helping people to move closer to their goals and release the heavy loads of worry, anxiety and depression

What’s an example of a couple you have helped the most?

An example of a couple who Marina has helped with is a couple with 3 children under the age of 5, to restore their marriage, after the husband had been unfaithful.  They attended therapy for a long time, and he independently attended to his own therapy treatment.  They are still together and have a strong commitment to their relationship and their children.

Parking & Accessibility

The clinic is opposite Woolworths at Gasworks and next door to the bakery shop. The doors are labelled with Lobby 2. 

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