Frequently Asked Questions
What is Imago Relationship Therapy?
Imago Relationship Therapy developed by Harville Hendrix, Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D is a structured process where couples are assisted and coached, in engaging in safe & respectable conversation with each other about the issues they present with. As a result they gain a deeper empathy and understanding for each other’s emotional unmet needs and grievances, bringing about a more intimate, closer connection and healing of the relationship.
How many sessions do we need to attend to get our relationship back on track?
It depends on the health of your relationship and the issues you present with. If you have a fairly good relationship, and you just need some tools to enhance and strengthen it, you may only need to come for 2 or 3 sessions. For other needs where there has been an emotional and/or physical disconnection in the relationship, and a certain amount of wounding, due to unresolved issues including infidelity, a minimum of 5-10 sessions or longer may be needed. It will depend on how willing and committed you both are in doing the work required to change the old ways of relating. As a result, new and healthier ways of relating and resolving issues confidently will bring about healing, transformation and a sense of empowerment.
Are your services covered by Medicare or private health rebates?
Counsellors are not currently able to provide Medicare or other private health rebates for couple’s therapy, and so you do not need a referral. Simply call me and make a booking.
Do you accept Eftpos?
Yes, Eftpos is accepted. Alternatively, I also accept cash or you can do an online direct transfer on the day of appointment.
What can I/we expect during the first session?
The first session runs for 90 minutes and provides sufficient time to not only build rapport with the therapist, but complete a Basic Details and Counselling Agreement form. Discussing the reasons you have come for counselling, sharing your goals and how you would like your relationship to be will follow.
I will also invite you to think about how you each contribute to your relationship in a way that is NOT productive and satisfying, and how we will address these issues through the process of Imago which will be described to you.
Imago sessions normally run for 90 mins to provide sufficient time to discuss how you have both been doing in your relationship, as well as working with the Imago model, whilst receiving ongoing tools for your work at home.
If you feel I am the right fit for you as a Relationship Therapist, and that Imago is a process that feels right for you, then we will begin to do some work. Finally I will discuss future session details and consider together the most important work to begin at home.
Imago Relationship Therapy developed by Harville Hendrix, Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D is a structured process where couples are assisted and coached, in engaging in safe & respectable conversation with each other about the issues they present with. As a result they gain a deeper empathy and understanding for each other’s emotional unmet needs and grievances, bringing about a more intimate, closer connection and healing of the relationship.
How many sessions do we need to attend to get our relationship back on track?
It depends on the health of your relationship and the issues you present with. If you have a fairly good relationship, and you just need some tools to enhance and strengthen it, you may only need to come for 2 or 3 sessions. For other needs where there has been an emotional and/or physical disconnection in the relationship, and a certain amount of wounding, due to unresolved issues including infidelity, a minimum of 5-10 sessions or longer may be needed. It will depend on how willing and committed you both are in doing the work required to change the old ways of relating. As a result, new and healthier ways of relating and resolving issues confidently will bring about healing, transformation and a sense of empowerment.
Are your services covered by Medicare or private health rebates?
Counsellors are not currently able to provide Medicare or other private health rebates for couple’s therapy, and so you do not need a referral. Simply call me and make a booking.
Do you accept Eftpos?
Yes, Eftpos is accepted. Alternatively, I also accept cash or you can do an online direct transfer on the day of appointment.
What can I/we expect during the first session?
The first session runs for 90 minutes and provides sufficient time to not only build rapport with the therapist, but complete a Basic Details and Counselling Agreement form. Discussing the reasons you have come for counselling, sharing your goals and how you would like your relationship to be will follow.
I will also invite you to think about how you each contribute to your relationship in a way that is NOT productive and satisfying, and how we will address these issues through the process of Imago which will be described to you.
Imago sessions normally run for 90 mins to provide sufficient time to discuss how you have both been doing in your relationship, as well as working with the Imago model, whilst receiving ongoing tools for your work at home.
If you feel I am the right fit for you as a Relationship Therapist, and that Imago is a process that feels right for you, then we will begin to do some work. Finally I will discuss future session details and consider together the most important work to begin at home.
Fees
- Individual 60 min session: $80
- Individual 90 min session: $120
- Couple’s Therapy 90min session: $150
- I am happy to offer 5 x 1.5 hr couple's sessions as a package if payment of $500 is paid in full from the 2nd session
Please talk to me about reduced fees if you hold a pension or health-care card, or are a student or experiencing financial difficulties
- Fees payable on day of appointment.
- Re-scheduling or cancelling of appointments appreciated by giving 24 hour notice to avoid cancellation charges
