Counsellor profile
Michael Maroney, ACA
Based in Australia ยท 10 years of experience
Practical counselling for relationships and life changes
Continue with MichaelAt a glance
- Registration
- ACA, Australia (81802)
- Qualifications
- ACA
- Experience
- 10 years
- Languages
- English
- Based in
- Australia
Details come from information Michael supplied to BetterHelp.
- Addictions support
- CBT and client-centred
- Sexuality and intimacy
About Michael
ACA. 10 years' experience. Michael Maroney is an ACA counsellor working in Australia who helps people with addictions, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem and related challenges using practical counselling methods.
He uses Client-Centred Therapy to focus on what the person brings to sessions. That means listening without judgement and helping clients identify their own strengths. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to look at patterns of thinking and behaviour that feed stress and anxiety.
Michael applies the Gottman Method for relationship work, focusing on communication and practical skills for partners. He also supports people with sexuality and gender questions, including LGBT concerns and gender dysphoria, and with intimacy-related issues such as jealousy and infidelity.
He works with life transitions such as career changes, midlife shifts and ageing concerns, plus issues around body image, obsessions and compulsions, and feelings of isolation. Sessions aim to clarify what a person wants to change and to set realistic steps to get there.
Sessions are delivered in a straightforward, conversational style. Michael encourages clients to name goals, try concrete strategies between sessions, and review progress. He asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire before the first appointment so scheduling can begin.
How counselling approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and recognising a person's strengths. In practice this means the counsellor reflects what is said, asks straightforward questions and helps clarify what a person wants to change.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and teaches specific skills to manage anxiety, stress and compulsive patterns. Sessions often include practical exercises to try between meetings.
The Gottman Method is used for relationship work and centres on communication skills, managing conflict and rebuilding trust. It covers concrete tools couples can use to handle everyday disagreements.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will talk with the client about goals and preferences and decide together which methods to try. This is collaborative and may change as progress is reviewed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make sessions easier to fit into a week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. The counsellor will discuss practical arrangements when you complete the matching questionnaire and schedule the first session.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he work on?
He works with addictions, relationship problems, grief, self-esteem, stress and anxiety, and related concerns such as intimacy issues and career changes.
What approaches does he use in counselling?
He uses Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and the Gottman Method for relationship work.
How long has he been practising?
He has 10 years of professional experience.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is credentialed with the Australian Counselling Association, listed as ACA, and works in Australia.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I access his services from outside Australia?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin counselling with him?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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