Last updated on 8 October 2025 by Brisbane Livewell Clinic Editorial Team
Counselling Murarrie is available at Brisbane Livewell Clinic (Wavell Heights), only 10 minutes from Murarrie. Choose Holistic Counselling with Nathan Gurry or Relationship & Family Counselling with Alicia Kent-Rooney. In-clinic or online sessions.
Need Counselling Near Murarrie? Choose Holistic Counselling or Family & Relationship Counselling with Clear Booking and Simple Next Steps
Murarrie residents seeking Counselling in Brisbane can access professional support close to home at Brisbane Livewell Clinic (Wavell Heights). With two experienced Counsellors offering distinct approaches, you can choose the support that matches your needs.
Sessions are practical, steady, and focused on what matters most to you.
Who Is Counselling in Murarrie For?
Counselling in Wavell Heights near Murarrie supports adults, couples, and families navigating:
- Stress, overwhelm, or burnout
- Relationship strain and communication difficulties
- Parenting pressures and family dynamics
- Low mood, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion
- Identity shifts and life transitions
- Decision fatigue and lack of clarity
- Grief, trauma, or loss
- Conflict resolution and boundary setting
- And much more.
The pace and focus of your sessions are set by you, with your Counsellor providing structure and practical tools you can use between appointments.
Your Counsellors at Brisbane Livewell Clinic (Wavell Heights)
Nathan Gurry – Holistic Counsellor
Nathan provides Holistic Counselling for adults seeking deeper self-understanding and clarity. His approach is presence-based and integrative, drawing on psychological insight, body-mind awareness, and nervous system regulation.
Who does Nathan work with?
Nathan works with:
- Adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or burnout
- Neurodivergent individuals (autistic, ADHD, gifted, highly sensitive) who may have felt misunderstood in conventional therapy
- People experiencing identity shifts, existential questions, or life transitions
- Those wanting to reduce overwhelm, build self-trust, and restore internal clarity
Nathan’s sessions help you slow down, recognise patterns, and build practical skills that support sustainable change. His calm, grounded approach creates space where something true can emerge.
Additional services Nathan offers
Nathan offers a number of additional services, including:
- Career and life mentoring
- Existential counselling
- Mind training and meditation coaching
- Insight facilitation
- Dream therapy and lucid dreaming guidance
Talk about these with Nathan during your first session.
Alicia Kent-Rooney – Relationship Counsellor & Family Counsellor
Alicia provides Counselling for individuals, couples, and families, with a particular focus on Relationship Counselling, Couples Counselling and Family Counselling. She holds a Graduate Diploma in Counselling and is registered with the Australian Counselling Association.
Who does Alicia work with?
Alicia works with:
- Couples experiencing conflict, disconnection, or communication breakdowns
- Families navigating tension, blended family challenges, or parenting difficulties
- Women facing identity shifts, boundary issues, or emotional overwhelm
- LGBTQIAP+ individuals navigating gender, sexuality, and belonging
- Individuals seeking career counselling and professional direction
Alicia’s approach balances depth with pragmatism. She gets to the root of issues using evidence-based methods including Internal Family Systems, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and The Gottman Relationship Model.
What is Alicia’s Counselling Process?
Alicia’s Counselling process is:
- Strengths-focused and action-oriented
- Trauma-aware and emotionally safe
- Collaborative, with clear structure and regular progress reviews
Patients describe Alicia as warm, attentive, and calm under pressure, creating a grounded, non-judgmental space where people feel heard and supported.
Book a Counselling session with Alicia today
Comparing Nathan and Alicia – Who Should You Book With?
When Counselling with Nathan Gurry is best for you
Choose Nathan Gurry for your Counselling Murarrie if you want:
- Holistic Counselling with a presence-based, reflective style
- Support for neurodivergent experiences or feeling “different”
- Deeper exploration of identity, purpose, and meaning
- Nervous system regulation and body-mind awareness
- A slower, contemplative approach to anxiety, burnout, or overwhelm
- Meditation, insight work, or existential questions
When Counselling with Alicia Kent-Rooney is best for you
Choose Alicia Kent-Rooney if you want:
- Relationship Counselling for marriage challenges and relationship troubles
- Couples Counselling for issues in your relationship
- Family Counselling for communication and conflict resolution
- Individual counselling focused on relationships, boundaries and strengthening yourself
- Career counselling and professional direction
- Evidence-based therapeutic models (Gottman, IFS, EFT, SFBT)
- Structured, practical strategies for immediate application
Both practitioners offer in-person sessions at Wavell Heights close by Murarrie and secure online videoconferencing for patients across Brisbane and Australia, whether you live in Murarrie, Queensland or Melbourne.
What to Expect in Your First Counselling Session
Your first session at Brisbane Livewell Clinic (Wavell Heights) is structured, welcoming, and collaborative. You can expect:
1. Welcome and intake (5-10 minutes)
Brief paperwork review and introduction to set the context
2. Goal clarification (10-15 minutes)
Your Counsellor will explore what brought you in and what you hope to achieve, restating your goals in clear, simple language
3. Exploration of challenges (20-25 minutes)
Discussion of key challenges, patterns, triggers, and what’s getting in the way of the life you want
4. Initial strategies (10-15 minutes)
One or two practical, achievable tools or approaches you can start using this week
5. Next steps and planning (5 minutes)
Agreement on session frequency, what success looks like for you, and scheduling your next appointment
After your first session, you’ll leave with:
- A clearer understanding of your situation and how your Counsellor may be able to support you
- A simple, doable Wellness Plan (not overwhelming)
- Confidence in your Counsellor’s approach
- A sense of direction and hope
Sessions typically run 60 minutes, with some initial Counselling sessions running 90 minutes. Longer sessions are also available – we have a number of patients who prefer a two-hour session weekly or fortnightly.
How Much Does Counselling Near Murarrie Cost?
Counselling fees are displayed transparently in our online booking system before you confirm your appointment. Pricing aligns with comparable private Counselling services in Brisbane, with no joining fees, hidden charges, or surprise costs.
Any available concessions, packages, or discounted session bundles are clearly displayed during the booking process and confirmed in your booking email.
For regular ongoing support, ask Reception about our discounted Counselling packages.
Getting to Brisbane Livewell Clinic from Murarrie
Most Murarrie residents find Brisbane Livewell Clinic (Wavell Heights) convenient to access, with travel typically only taking 10 minutes outside peak traffic.
Locations We Service
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Address
Brisbane Livewell Clinic (Wavell Heights)
1/52 Jeffcott St, Wavell Heights QLD 4012
Phone: (07) 3861 5881
Parking
Free off-street parking is available on Jeffcott St or around the Wavell Heights Health Hub.
Public transport
Wavell Heights is accessible via bus routes from Murarrie. Check Translink for current timetables.
Arriving for Your First Session
Please arrive ten minutes early for your session to allow for a relaxed start. You’re welcome to have a complimentary cup of herbal tea on arrival.
Can I Access Online Counselling from Murarrie?
Both Nathan and Alicia offer secure videoconferencing sessions as well as in-clinic sessions at Wavell Heights near Murarrie. Online video Counselling works well for:
- Busy schedules or shift workers
- Parents with childcare challenges
- If you’re unwell and don’t want to share your illness
- People who prefer the privacy and comfort of home
- Anyone in Murarrie, wider Brisbane, or anywhere in Australia
Nathan and Alicia find that online sessions are just as effective as in-person Counselling for most concerns, and you’ll receive the same level of professional support and structure.
How Counselling Helps Day to Day
Regular Counselling provides practical benefits that carry into everyday life:
- Clearer thinking when making decisions or facing pressure
- Better communication in relationships, at work, and with family
- Stronger emotional regulation to handle stress and uncertainty
- Increased self-awareness of patterns, triggers, and responses
- Practical tools you can apply between sessions
- Reduced overwhelm and improved capacity to manage life’s demands
Many patients at Brisbane Livewell Clinic also access our Natural Health therapies and Allied Health Services such as Naturopathy, Massage Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Kinesiology or Acupuncture to support broader physical and mental wellbeing.
Ready to Book Counselling Near Murarrie?
Choose your Counsellor, select an available time, and book online by clicking the button below. If you need help deciding between Nathan and Alicia, call (07) 3861 5881 and our helpful Reception staff will guide you based on your needs.
FAQs About Counselling Murarrie
1. What is Counselling near Murarrie at Brisbane Livewell Clinic?
Counselling at Brisbane Livewell Clinic is a structured, supportive conversation with Nathan Gurry or Alicia Kent-Rooney, designed to help you understand your goals, explore patterns, build practical skills, and create meaningful change in your everyday life.
2. Who should I book with for Counselling in Murarrie?
Who you book with depends on your specific needs:
Nathan Gurry offers Holistic Counselling for adults seeking presence-based support, nervous system regulation, and deeper self-understanding
Alicia Kent-Rooney offers Counselling for individuals, couples, and families, with particular focus on Relationship Counselling and Family Counselling, including communication, boundaries, and family dynamics
3. How long are Counselling sessions near Murarrie and how often should I attend?
Session length and frequency depend on your goals and preferences. Sessions typically run 50-60 minutes, with some initial Counselling sessions running 90 minutes. Longer appointments are also available. Many patients start with weekly or fortnightly sessions, then adjust based on progress and needs.
4. Can I book Online Counselling from Murarrie?
Both Nathan and Alicia offer secure online videoconferencing sessions, making Counselling accessible from Murarrie, anywhere in Brisbane, or throughout Australia.
5. What happens in my first Counselling session?
Your first session includes a brief intake and welcome, clear alignment on your goals, discussion of challenges and patterns, and one or two practical strategies to try before your next session. You’ll leave with a simple, achievable Wellness Plan and comfort that you have support on your journey.
6. What does Counselling cost at Brisbane Livewell Clinic?
Counselling fees are shown clearly in the online booking system before you confirm your appointment. Any available concessions, session packages, or discounts are displayed when offered. There are no hidden fees or joining charges.
7. Is Counselling confidential and how is my information protected?
All Counselling at Brisbane Livewell Clinic is confidential within legal and ethical limits. Your Counsellor will explain confidentiality boundaries at the start of your first session. All patient records are stored securely in compliance with Australian privacy legislation.
8. Can I combine Counselling with other services at Brisbane Livewell Clinic?
Many patients combine Counselling with other complementary therapies. Commonly paired services include Naturopathy, Clinical Nutrition, Massage Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Acupuncture, and Kinesiology for a more comprehensive approach to health and wellbeing.
9. How soon can I get a Counselling appointment near Murarrie?
Availability varies based on current demand. The online booking system displays live appointment times for both Nathan and Alicia, allowing you to choose a time that suits your schedule. For urgent support, call (07) 3861 5881 to discuss options.
10. How do I book Counselling near Murarrie today?
To book Counselling near Murarrie, choose either Nathan Gurry or Alicia Kent-Rooney and book online using the button above. Alternatively, call (07) 3861 5881 and our Reception team will help you select the right Counsellor and secure an appointment.
11. Do I need a referral to see a Counsellor?
Referrals are not required. You can book directly through the online booking system or by calling Brisbane Livewell Clinic (Wavell Heights). This makes accessing support simple and timely.
12. Does Brisbane Livewell Clinic accept private health insurance for Counselling?
Brisbane Livewell Clinic is a private practice, and while we do accept private health insurance, it is possible that Counselling is not covered by your private health insurer. Please contact your health fund directly before booking to confirm whether you are covered.
