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Melanie Enders

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Systemic, trauma-informed counselling and 

Family Constellation work for individuals, couples and blended families.

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Systemic, trauma-informed counselling and 

Family Constellation work for individuals, couples and blended families.

Support Rooted In Your Ancestral Story

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About Me

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Hi, I'm Melanie Enders - but please call me Mel.

Family Constellation Facilitator • Psychotherapist • Mother • Immigrant • Lifelong student of systems

I'm a counsellor, Family & Systemic Constellation facilitator and trainer, with a deep curiosity about the relationships, experiences and family histories that shape who we are.

For over 16 years, I've been immersed in systemic constellation work, alongside my studies in psychology, Gestalt therapy and relationship counselling.

My approach brings together professional knowledge, lived experience and a genuine interest in understanding people within the wider context of their lives.

Born and raised in Germany, I've called Australia home since 2006. As a mother of three and part of a blended family myself, I know that life and relationships can be wonderfully rich, and sometimes incredibly complex.

I bring warmth, curiosity and a systemic perspective to my work, creating space to explore what may be happening beneath the surface and discover new ways forward.

Who I Support

Life and relationships can be complex, and sometimes we find ourselves caught in patterns, challenges or situations that are difficult to understand or navigate on our own.

I work with individuals, couples and blended families who are curious about exploring what's happening beneath the surface, whether that's within themselves, their relationships or the wider family system.

Together, we might explore:

  • Repeating patterns in relationships and family life
  • Relationship difficulties, conflict and disconnection
  • Parenting, stepparenting and blended family dynamics
  • Anxiety, overwhelm and life transitions
  • Grief, loss and unresolved family experiences
  • Boundaries, belonging and family loyalties
  • Intergenerational patterns and ancestral influences

You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Sometimes, simply becoming curious about what's happening is where change begins.

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How I Work

At the heart of my work is a systemic question:

“What might this behaviour, symptom or struggle be expressing within the wider family system?”


Rather than asking “What's wrong with me or us?”, we gently explore what might be happening beneath the surface, including:

  • Family stories, losses and unspoken experiences that may still echo in the present
  • Unconscious loyalties to parents, partners, former partners and other family members
  • Nervous system patterns shaped by trauma, attachment and life experiences
  • Belonging, roles and relationships, exploring where we find our place within the family, how responsibilities are shared and how giving and receiving shape our connections

Depending on your needs, our work together may include individual or couples counselling, Family Constellation processes, somatic awareness, grounding practices and practical insights to support you in everyday life.

My approach is gentle, curious and collaborative. We work at a pace that respects your experiences, while making space to explore what may be asking to be seen, understood or approached differently.

Blended families: many hearts, many histories

Blended families bring together more than just people. They bring different histories, relationships, loyalties, expectations and ways of belonging.


Navigating life between households, finding your place as a stepparent, balancing parenting responsibilities or building relationships with former partners can bring challenges that aren't always easy to understand.


As both a counsellor and someone with lived experience of blended family life, I bring a personal and systemic perspective to these complexities.


My work creates space to explore the relationships and dynamics within the wider family system, with the intention of supporting greater understanding, clearer roles and more meaningful connections.


Whether you're navigating blended family life yourself or supporting families professionally, you'll find counselling, conversations and resources to explore.

EXPLORE THE BLENDED FAMILIES HUB

For Professionals

Professional development, mentoring and future Family & Systemic Constellation facilitator training for therapists, facilitators and practitioners wanting to deepen their systemic practice.

EXPLORE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Ways to Work With Me

There are different ways we can explore what's happening in your life, relationships or family system. Whether you're looking for personal support, a group experience or professional development, you're warmly welcome to find what feels right for you.

Individual Counselling

A space to explore personal challenges, repeating patterns, relationships and life transitions through a systemic and trauma-informed approach.


Couples Counselling

Support for couples navigating conflict, disconnection, communication difficulties and the complexities of building and maintaining relationships.


Family Constellation Workshops

An opportunity to explore family patterns and relationship dynamics through experiential group work, offering new perspectives and possibilities for change.


Mentoring & Facilitator Development

A reflective space for facilitators and helping professionals to deepen their practice, explore challenges and continue their personal and professional development.


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I respectfully acknowledge the people of the Yugambeh language region, the traditional owners of the land on which we meet, I live and work on. 

I pay my respect to their elders past and present, and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples here today.

Always was, is and will be Aboriginal land. 


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