Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Counselling Solutions
Beyond Words Counselling was established in 2005 by Dr Marie Boulianne, a registered mental health clinician with over 20 years of experience. Our practice combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to support individuals, couples, and families through life's challenges. We specialise in trauma work, perinatal counselling, chronic illness support, and clinical supervision for mental health professionals. Our services are accessible through face-to-face, telephone, or video sessions to accommodate diverse needs. We maintain professional accreditations with the Australian Counselling Association, Australian College of Mental Health Nurses, and Australian Clinical Supervision Association.Our approach prioritises creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to develop personalised strategies for healing. We serve clients across all life stages, including ADF families, FIFO workers, and LGBTIQ+ communities. Our practice is grounded in evidence-based practices and continuous professional development. We are committed to ethical standards, client confidentiality, and improving mental health outcomes through tailored interventions.
Services
Individual Counselling
Relationship Counselling
Perinatal Counselling
Chronic Illness Support
Clinical Supervision
Life Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in mental health services
- Our team provides personalised strategies for healing and growth
- We offer flexible service delivery options including online counselling
- Our practice specialises in supporting ADF families and FIFO workers
- Our clinicians maintain active professional accreditations
Associations and certifications
- Australian Counselling Association
- Australian College of Mental Health Nurses
- Australian Clinical Supervision Association
What people say
Supportive environment
Personalised strategies
Compassionate care
Flexible options
Professional expertise
Services
Individual Counselling
One-on-one sessions addressing personal challenges and self-development. We provide a confidential environment for individuals, families, and business owners to explore emotional difficulties. Sessions include 60-minute appointments with initial consultations available within 48 hours.
Relationship Counselling
Specialised support for partnerships and marital relationships. Our approach helps couples address communication issues, rebuild intimacy, and resolve accumulated relationship difficulties through structured therapeutic interventions.
Perinatal Counselling
Non-directive counselling for women during pregnancy and up to one year post-delivery. Available with Medicare rebates through GP referral, this service addresses emotional challenges related to pregnancy and early parenthood.
Chronic Illness Support
Mental health services for individuals with chronic conditions. Delivered in conjunction with medical practitioners using Medicare item 10956, focusing on psychological aspects of long-term health conditions and complex care needs.
Clinical Supervision
Supervision services for mental health professionals including counsellors and nurses. Structured support for clinical practice development, ethical decision-making, and professional growth through experienced supervision frameworks.
People
Dr Marie Boulianne
Counsellor
Dr Marie Boulianne is a registered mental health clinician with 20+ years of experience. She holds a PhD in mental health, is a credentialed mental health nurse, and provides clinical supervision for mental health professionals.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counselling, relationship therapy, perinatal support, chronic illness management, clinical supervision, and life coaching through face-to-face, phone, or video sessions.
Are your services eligible for Medicare rebates?
Yes, perinatal counselling and chronic disease mental health services are available with Medicare rebates when referred by a GP using specific item numbers.
How do I book an appointment?
You can book online through our website or contact us directly via phone to schedule face-to-face, telephone, or video counselling sessions.
What experience do your clinicians have?
Dr Marie Boulianne brings 20+ years of mental health experience, including trauma work, clinical supervision, and supporting ADF families and FIFO workers.
Do you offer online counselling options?
Yes, we provide secure video counselling through Zoom, FaceTime, and WhatsApp for clients who prefer remote sessions.