Trauma-informed systemic therapy and Family Constellations for individuals, couples and blended families Gold Coast & online
Trauma-informed systemic therapy and Family Constellations for individuals, couples and blended families Gold Coast & online
I work with people who are ready to look a little deeper than “symptoms” and explore the bigger field they belong to.
This includes:
Whether you come on your own, as a couple, or via a group workshop, we’ll hold your story within the wider context of your family and history.
Family Constellation Facilitator • Psychotherapist • Mother • Immigrant • Lifelong student of systems
I’ve been immersed in Family & Systemic Constellations for over 15 years, learning from multiple teachers and integrating this with formal training in psychology (BA Psychological Science) and Gestalt psychotherapy (Grad. Cert. Gestalt Therapy).
My work now is a fusion of:
I was born and raised in Bavaria, Germany and have lived in Australia since 2006. As a mother of three boys and part of a blended family myself, I understand how layered family life can be – especially when you add migration, language, culture and history into the mix.
All of this informs how I sit with you: with curiosity, warmth, and a genuine reverence for the human experience, please call me Mel.
At the heart of my work is a systemic question:
“What is this behaviour, symptom or struggle trying to serve in the wider family system?”
Rather than asking “What’s wrong with me/us?” we gently explore:
Depending on what you need, sessions might include:
Our pace is gentle but clear. We move slowly enough for your system to feel safe, yet honestly enough to meet what’s really asking to be seen.
Blended families are beautiful – and they can be incredibly demanding on everyone’s nervous system.
There are often:
In this space, children often become the messengers of the system, showing through their behaviour what the adults cannot yet say.
In our work together, we can:
My intention is always the same: more clarity, more softness, and more space for each person to belong as themselves.
Together we may explore themes such as:
You don’t need the “perfect words” to describe what’s going on. If you feel something in you says “I can’t keep doing it like this”, we can start there.
Professional development, mentoring and future Family & Systemic Constellation facilitator training for therapists, facilitators and practitioners wanting to deepen their systemic practice.
I offer:
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