Arise Counselling & Wellness Brisbane

Counsellor Brisbane & Online Australia

Perhaps you're holding everything together...while quietly carrying more than anyone knows.

Sometimes it isn't one big crisis that leaves us feeling overwhelmed. More often, it's the quiet accumulation of life's transitions, relationship challenges, hidden grief, anxiety, immigration, and the many losses that slowly shape who we are.
You don't have to carry it alone.

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Brisbane & Online Australia
Grief & Trauma Counselling
Stress & Anxiety Counselling
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"Every sunrise is a reminder — no matter how dark the night, a new morning always comes. You have the strength to rise."

Arise Counselling & Wellness

Brisbane &
Online
Australia

Welcome

Life isn't always defined by one significant event. More often, it's the quiet accumulation of experiences that slowly change us.

Perhaps it's the disappointment of a relationship, grief that's been quietly tucked away, the identity shifts that come with womanhood, motherhood or an empty nest, the unexpected challenges of perimenopause or menopause, leaving one country to build a life in another, or the slow accumulation of responsibilities that have left you feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from yourself.

These are some of the hidden losses of life. They often go unseen by others, yet they can quietly shape the way we think, feel, and experience the world around us.

Because when hidden losses remain unseen, they continue to shape us. When they're acknowledged, healing can begin.

Whether you're navigating life's transitions, relationship challenges, accumulated grief, anxiety, immigration, or a season where you've quietly lost yourself, you'll find a safe and compassionate space to pause, make sense of what you're carrying, and move towards healing, clarity, and renewed hope.

Start Your Journey

Counselling Services — Brisbane & Online

How I Can Help You

Whether you're navigating a life transition, carrying hidden grief, feeling the weight of anxiety, or longing to rediscover yourself, you'll find a compassionate space where your story is heard, your experiences are honoured, and you don't have to carry it all alone.

Life Transitions

When life changes... it's easy to lose your footing.

Every season of life asks something different of us. Whether you're embracing a new beginning, grieving what has been left behind, adjusting to unexpected change or wondering where you fit in now, you don't have to navigate it alone. Together, we can make sense of this season and help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence and hope.

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Immigration & Belonging

When home is no longer one place.

Moving countries can leave you caught between two worlds, grateful for where you are while grieving what you've left behind. If you're feeling homesick, disconnected or unsure where you belong, you don't have to navigate this journey alone.

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Grief & Hidden Losses

When you're grieving what others can't see.

Not all losses come with a funeral. Sometimes we grieve relationships, dreams, health, certainty or the person we used to be. If you've been carrying silent grief, this is a place where every loss is acknowledged and every part of your story matters.

Grief counselling Brisbane

Relationships

When the people you love are also the source of your pain.

Relationships can be complicated. Whether you're navigating conflict, family tensions, separation, betrayal or simply feeling lonely within your relationships, counselling offers a safe space to process what's happening and discover a way forward.

Relationship counselling Brisbane

Stress, Anxiety & Overwhelm

When you're holding it all together... but barely.

Perhaps your mind never switches off. You're constantly worrying, overthinking or feeling emotionally exhausted while trying to keep everything afloat. Together we'll help you understand what's beneath the overwhelm and rediscover a sense of calm.

Anxiety counselling Brisbane

Faith & Personal Growth

When your faith feels stretched by life's circumstances.

Sometimes life's challenges raise difficult questions, leaving you feeling weary, uncertain or disconnected from God. If your faith is important to you, counselling can thoughtfully integrate Christian beliefs with evidence-informed practice to support healing, hope and personal growth at a pace that feels right for you.

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Online Counselling — Anywhere in Australia

Wherever you are in Australia, support is only a click away. Secure online counselling offers the same warm, personal and effective support as meeting in person, allowing you to connect from the comfort and privacy of your own home.

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My Approach

How we'll work together.

No two stories are the same, so no two counselling journeys should be either. Every session is shaped entirely around you — your experiences, your needs and your goals. As your counsellor, I bring genuine care and deep respect to every conversation.

1

Reach Out

Take the first step by completing the enquiry form or emailing me directly. There's no pressure — just a warm, confidential welcome whenever you're ready.

2

Be Heard

We'll take time to connect, talk through what's brought you here and explore together what support looks like for you — in person at Albany Creek or online anywhere in Australia.

3

Move Forward

Together we'll work toward healing, renewed clarity and meaningful growth — always at a pace that feels right for you, with your wellbeing at the centre of everything.

What Guides Every Session

What You Can Expect

Every session is guided by:

  • Compassion, warmth, and genuine care
  • A safe space where you can speak freely
  • Your story treated with confidentiality and respect
  • Hope, even when life feels overwhelming
  • A belief that every woman has inherent worth
  • Practical tools alongside emotional support
  • A holistic approach that honours your emotional, mental, and spiritual wellbeing
  • Counselling tailored to your unique story and pace

Ways We Can Meet

Compassionate counselling, wherever you feel most comfortable.

Every session is 50 minutes and offers the same level of care, professionalism, and personalised support. Choose the setting that feels right for you.

Online Counselling

$85

per session

Access professional counselling from the comfort and privacy of your own home through secure video sessions, available Australia-wide. Flexible, convenient and designed to provide the same meaningful therapeutic support wherever you are.

Walk & Talk Counselling

$95

per session

Experience counselling while walking together in a peaceful outdoor setting. Research suggests that gentle movement and time in nature may help reduce stress, support emotional regulation and encourage open, reflective conversation. It's an ideal option if you feel more comfortable talking side by side than sitting face-to-face.

Available throughout Brisbane's northside. Sessions are weather-dependent.

Coming Soon

In-Person Counselling

$125

per session

Meet in a calm, welcoming counselling space in Albany Creek, where you'll have a private and supportive environment to slow down, feel heard and work through life's challenges at your own pace.

Coming soon. Our Albany Creek counselling rooms are currently being prepared.

Payment & Cancellation Terms

  • A 50% deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your appointment.
  • The remaining balance is payable on the day of your session.
  • If you need to cancel or reschedule, please provide at least 24 hours' notice. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice may result in the deposit being forfeited.
  • Payment details will be provided when your booking is confirmed.
  • If cost is a concern, subsidised or concession-rate sessions may be available through selected church and community referral partners. Please feel free to get in touch to discuss your circumstances.

Book a Counselling Session — Brisbane & Online

Ready to take the first step?

Complete the form below and I'll be in touch within one business day to confirm your session. Available in person in Brisbane (Albany Creek) or online across Australia.

Your enquiry is completely confidential. You can also email me directly at info@arisewellness.com.au. I typically respond within one business day.

Get in Touch

I'd love to hear from you.

Have a question before booking? Please reach out — there's no obligation and every enquiry is handled with complete confidentiality. I encourage you to connect via email or the booking form above.

Location

Albany Creek, QLD 4035

North Brisbane — online sessions available Australia-wide

Email

info@arisewellness.com.au

The best way to reach me — I respond within one business day

Enquiry Form

Use the booking form above to share your details — I will respond promptly and confidentially.

Your counsellor

A Message From Your Counsellor

You are not alone in this.

Reaching out for support can feel daunting, but it is also a courageous and hopeful step.

Sometimes the hardest seasons aren't caused by one big event, but by the quiet accumulation of many losses, disappointments, and changes over time. Before we realise it, the weight of what we've been carrying can begin to affect our relationships, our wellbeing, and leave us feeling like we've lost a little of ourselves.

Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to carry it alone.

I offer a warm and compassionate space where you can speak freely without judgement. Whether you need someone to listen, help make sense of what you're experiencing, or gently walk beside you through a difficult season, you'll be met with compassion, your story will be honoured, and we'll move at a pace that feels right for you.

With training in counselling and a background in chaplaincy and pastoral ministry, I've spent many years supporting women through grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and seasons of uncertainty. Those experiences have deepened my belief that every woman has inherent worth. That belief shapes the way I care — with compassion, gentleness, and genuine hope.

For those who find faith or spirituality important in their lives, I am comfortable incorporating this into our conversations in a respectful and client-led way, always honouring your beliefs, values, and personal journey.

It would be a privilege to walk alongside you as you take your next step towards healing and renewed hope.

Marlene Van Luik

Rebuild. Restore. Renew.

Australian Counselling Association (ACA): R86654
ABN: 57256713133