Lighthouse Relationships

Lighthouse Relationships Feel safe & be heard with our trusted team.

We provide couples therapy, pre-marriage preparation, and individual therapy - face to face at our offices in Clayfield, Brisbane - or online from anywhere in the world. Lighthouse Relationships brings together evidence-based psychological research and quality educational practice to support couples at all stages of their relationship. Located in New Farm, Brisbane, just a short walk from New Far

m Park and cafes, our face-to-face sessions allow you work with an expert counsellor, and then go on to enjoy a picnic date or coffee. We also offer online relationship counselling, which allows us to connect with couples all over Australia from the comfort of their own couch. We offer face-to-face group courses in the areas of pre-marriage preparation and relationship enrichment, facilitated by trained experts in the fields of relationship education and psychology.

We often think wellbeing means feeling happy, calm, confident, or motivated all the time.But true wellbeing isn't about ...
24/06/2026

We often think wellbeing means feeling happy, calm, confident, or motivated all the time.

But true wellbeing isn't about avoiding difficult emotions.

It's about learning to make space for them, respond to them with compassion, and keep moving forward even when they're present.

You don't need to feel good all the time to be doing well.

đź’› Which emotion have you been making space for lately?

Most relationship problems don’t begin with a major disagreement.More often, they start with the small things:• The frus...
21/06/2026

Most relationship problems don’t begin with a major disagreement.

More often, they start with the small things:
• The frustration that goes unspoken.
• The need that isn’t expressed.
• The conversation that gets postponed until “later”.

Over time, these moments can build distance between partners.

One simple way to stay connected is through a regular relationship check-in.

Try asking each other:

✨ What went well this week?
✨ What felt difficult?
✨ What do we need more of next week?

The goal isn’t to solve everything. It’s to create space for understanding, connection, and teamwork.

đź’› When was the last time you and your partner had a meaningful check-in?

Looking after your mental health doesn't require a complete life overhaul.Often, it's the small things we do consistentl...
17/06/2026

Looking after your mental health doesn't require a complete life overhaul.

Often, it's the small things we do consistently that make the biggest difference.

đź’› Drink water
đź’› Get outside
đź’› Journal your thoughts
đź’› Talk to someone you trust
đź’› Practice gratitude
đź’› Prioritise rest

If you're feeling overwhelmed, don't try to do everything at once.

Choose ONE thing from this list and commit to it this week.

✨ Which one will you start with?

What if strength looked like this:• Saying “I’ve been feeling off lately”• Booking a first appointment• Opening up, even...
14/06/2026

What if strength looked like this:

• Saying “I’ve been feeling off lately”
• Booking a first appointment
• Opening up, even just a little
• Letting someone in

Across Australia, the gap between men and women seeking mental health support is gradually narrowing. More men are stepping forward and changing the narrative.

Reaching out is never a sign of weakness.
It means you’re taking responsibility for your wellbeing.

This Men’s Health Week, one small step is enough.
We’re here when you’re ready.

đź“Ť Clayfield, Brisbane
đź’» Australia-wide telehealth
📱 (07) 3477 9077

When it comes to mental health, small steps matter.We often see men start to feel better when they:âś” Talk things through...
10/06/2026

When it comes to mental health, small steps matter.

We often see men start to feel better when they:
âś” Talk things through instead of holding it in
âś” Reconnect with someone they trust
✔ Put words to what they’re feeling (even if it’s new)
âś” Get practical support and tools

And more men are doing exactly this.

Across Australia, mental health service use has been steadily increasing, and nearly 30% of people engaged with support services in the past year.

Men aren’t waiting until things fall apart.
They’re reaching out earlier and that’s changing outcomes.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.

A lot of men carry stress quietly.Work pressure.Family responsibilities.Feeling disconnected or overwhelmed.The truth?Yo...
07/06/2026

A lot of men carry stress quietly.

Work pressure.
Family responsibilities.
Feeling disconnected or overwhelmed.

The truth?
You’re not the only one.

In Australia, most men experiencing anxiety or depression do reach out in some way, with over 80% connecting with a GP each year.

That might be a quick check-in. A conversation that starts small. Or a first step toward more support.

The shift is happening:
âś” More conversations
âś” More awareness
âś” Less stigma

You don’t have to wait until things feel overwhelming.
Talking early makes a difference.

Next week is Men’s Health Week (9–15 June). Strength isn’t pushing everything down.It’s recognising when something feels...
03/06/2026

Next week is Men’s Health Week (9–15 June).

Strength isn’t pushing everything down.
It’s recognising when something feels off and doing something about it.

In Australia, around 1 in 5 men experience a mental health challenge each year and more men than ever are choosing to talk about it.

Mental health is part of your health.
Looking after it is not a weakness, it’s a skill.

This week, we’re opening the conversation.

🌍 Today is World Mental Health Day 🌍Today is a reminder that mental health is part of all of our lives.Australia is reco...
30/05/2026

🌍 Today is World Mental Health Day 🌍

Today is a reminder that mental health is part of all of our lives.

Australia is recognised internationally for its mental health awareness, research and advocacy, yet many Australians still experience anxiety, burnout, loneliness and emotional exhaustion behind closed doors.

In Australia:
• 42.9% of Australians will experience a mental health disorder at some point in their lifetime
• Women report higher rates of anxiety and psychological distress than men
• Men are often less likely to seek early mental health support despite significant emotional pressure
• Young Australians are reporting rising levels of distress and disconnection

Being emotionally overwhelmed does not mean you are failing.
Seeking support does not mean you are weak.
And needing care is not something to apologise for.

May today remind us to keep creating emotionally safe spaces in relationships, workplaces, families and communities, where people feel less alone in what they carry. đź’›

If you need support, we're here to help:
đź“Ť Face-to-face in Clayfield, Brisbane
đź’» Australia-wide telehealth available
📱 (07) 3477 9077

World Mental Health Day is comingAustralia is often seen as a world leader in mental health awareness, advocacy and rese...
27/05/2026

World Mental Health Day is coming

Australia is often seen as a world leader in mental health awareness, advocacy and research. More Australians are talking openly about therapy, emotional wellbeing and seeking support than ever before.

And yet, many people are still struggling quietly.

In Australia:
• Around 25% of women experienced a mental health disorder in the past 12 months
• Around 18% of men experienced a mental health disorder in the past 12 months
• Anxiety disorders remain the most common mental health concern across Australia
• Nearly 45% of young women aged 16–24 experienced a mental health disorder in a 12-month period

These numbers remind us that mental health challenges are deeply human - not rare, not shameful, and not something people should carry alone.

This week is an invitation to slow down and check in:
đź’› With yourself
đź’› With your loved ones
đź’› With the parts of you that may be carrying more than others can see

Support matters.
Connection matters.
And conversations matter.

At Lighthouse Relationships, we support individuals and couples navigating some of life’s most vulnerable moments.Our te...
24/05/2026

At Lighthouse Relationships, we support individuals and couples navigating some of life’s most vulnerable moments.

Our team offers support for:
• Communication difficulties
• Betrayal recovery
• Anxiety and stress
• Neurodiverse relationships
• Life transitions
• Parenting stress
• Emotional disconnection

We believe therapy should feel warm, practical, and free from judgment.
You don’t have to figure everything out alone.

Meet the Team:
Megan Kozak - Director and Couples Therapist
Nahum Kozak - Senior Psychologist
Georgia Byles - Individual and Couples Therapist
Matt James - Individual and Couples Therapist
Kate Cavdarski - Individual and Couples Therapist
Isabella Bucciol - Individual and Couples Therapist (telehealth only)
Brad Benson - Individual and Couples Therapist
Josephine Bernoth-Doolan - Individual and Couples Therapist

Address

11/699 Sandgate Road, Clayfield
Brisbane, QLD
4011

Telephone

+61734779077

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