Business Details
Trusted Counselling Services in Sydney
Beach's Family Therapy Centre has been dedicated to empowering individuals and families through compassionate counselling services for over two decades. Our founder, Mary Jane Beach, brings extensive experience from diverse fields including nursing, midwifery, maternal and child health, and psychiatric care, culminating in a holistic approach to mental health and wellbeing. Specialising in solution-focused therapy, we address a wide range of challenges such as relationship counselling, drug and alcohol addiction, child behaviour difficulties, and trauma recovery.Our practice is grounded in evidence-based methodologies, prioritising client confidentiality, empathy, and tailored strategies to foster lasting positive change. With flexible session options, including mobile and telehealth services across Sydney and regional areas, we strive to make professional support accessible to all who need it.
Services
Marriage Counselling
Drug and Alcohol Counselling
Child Behaviour Difficulties
Personal Coaching
Relationship Counselling
Post Injury Trauma
Anger Management
Sexual Abuse Support
Childhood Issues
Mobile Counselling
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of private counselling experience with a focus on solution-focused therapy.
- Our team specialises in complex family dynamics and child behaviour difficulties.
- Flexible service delivery including mobile and telehealth options across NSW.
- Proven success in drug and alcohol addiction recovery programs.
- Founder Mary Jane Beach holds advanced qualifications in family therapy and psychiatric care.
Associations and certifications
- Pacfa
- Dept of Health
What people say
Gentle but down to earth wisdom
Life-changing guidance
Exceptional child behaviour expertise
Effective addiction recovery support
Highly professional supervision
Services
Marriage Counselling
Our marriage counselling services help couples navigate relationship challenges through evidence-based solution-focused therapy. We specialise in resolving communication breakdowns, rebuilding trust after infidelity, and strengthening emotional connections. Clients benefit from structured sessions that identify patterns contributing to conflict while developing practical strategies for creating healthier relationship dynamics.
Drug and Alcohol Counselling
Specialised addiction counselling addresses substance abuse issues through comprehensive treatment plans combining cognitive-behavioural techniques and motivational interviewing. Our approach focuses on identifying triggers, developing coping mechanisms, and creating sustainable recovery strategies while addressing underlying mental health concerns that may contribute to addictive behaviours.
Child Behaviour Difficulties
We provide targeted interventions for children exhibiting challenging behaviours using attachment-based approaches and behaviour modification techniques. Our specialists work collaboratively with families to understand underlying causes of behavioural issues and implement consistent, effective strategies that promote positive development and improved family dynamics.
Anger Management
Our anger management programs help individuals develop healthier emotional regulation strategies through cognitive restructuring and stress reduction techniques. Clients learn to identify anger triggers, implement de-escalation methods, and develop constructive communication skills to improve personal and professional relationships affected by uncontrolled anger outbursts.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions address complex family dynamics using systemic approaches that consider intergenerational patterns and relational interactions. We facilitate open communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen family bonds through structured interventions that promote mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving among all family members.
People
Mary Jane Beach
Principal Counsellor
Mary Jane Beach is an accredited counsellor with over 20 years private practice experience. Former psychiatric nurse and midwife, she specialises in solution-focused therapy for family systems, addiction recovery, and child behaviour issues. Holds advanced qualifications in family therapy and clinical supervision.
Questions
Do you offer online counselling sessions?
Yes, we provide video and phone sessions via Zoom and Skype for client convenience and accessibility.
What therapeutic approach do you use?
We primarily use solution-focused therapy, an evidence-based approach that emphasises practical problem-solving and goal-oriented outcomes.
Do you have experience with child behaviour issues?
Yes, Mary Jane has extensive experience working with children through her 10-year tenure at Redbank House and private practice.
Are after-hours appointments available?
Flexible scheduling includes evening and Saturday appointments to accommodate client availability.
Do you accept referrals from health professionals?
Yes, we welcome referrals from GPs, psychologists, and other healthcare providers for collaborative client care.
Can you help with same-sex relationship counselling?
Absolutely, our services are inclusive and experienced in supporting diverse relationship dynamics including same-sex couples.
