“I believe that relationships are central to our ability to thrive."
Welcome
Welcome to Rachel Lawrie Therapies – a supportive, confidential counselling
practice specialising in relationship and couple counselling for couples,
individuals and families across the Hunter Region.
Based near Maitland and offering both in-person and online sessions, I provide a trusted space where you can safely explore emotional challenges, rebuild trust, and improve your relationships.
Whether you are facing a crisis in your relationship, struggling with communication breakdown, intimacy disconnection or feeling emotionally disconnected from your partner, I offer practical tools and compassionate support to help you move forward. Each session is tailored to your needs and delivered with empathy and professionalism.
I have worked extensively with clients from Maitland, Singleton, Port Stephens, and surrounding Hunter Valley towns, and understands the unique pressures faced by individuals and couples in regional communities. My work integrates evidence-based approaches including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Developmental Model, Family Systems approaches, Self compassion approach, trauma-informed practice, and attachment theory.
Sessions are available for individuals, couples, and families at any stage of their relationship journey. If you’re seeking clarity, connection, and lasting change, I am here to support you.
Rebuild connection. Restore trust. Renew your relationship.
Book your first session today.
Meet Rachel
Rachel Lawrie is a qualified and compassionate relationship therapist offering expert support for individuals, couples, and families. With a Graduate Diploma from UNE of Counselling and specialist training in trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches,
Rachel brings warmth, integrity, and a strong clinical foundation to her work.
Rachel supports clients across Maitland, Singleton, Port Stephens, and the broader Hunter Valley. Her practice is rooted in the belief that connection is at the heart of healing. She helps couples navigate challenges such as emotional disconnection, frequent conflict, infidelity, and life transitions such as parenting or loss. She supports emotional regulation, grief and loss, and deeper self-awareness with individuals.
Rachel’s approach is practical, person-centred, and emotionally safe. She works collaboratively with each client to identify unhelpful relational patterns, build emotional resilience, and restore healthy communication. Whether attending counselling alone, focussing on family dynamics or as a couple, you will be met with empathy and respect.
Clients often come to Rachel feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. Through a supportive process grounded in evidence-based methods like Emotionally Focused Therapy, Developmental Model, Self compassion or Family Systems focus they gain insight, connection, and tools to create meaningful change.
Rachel offers in-person sessions near Maitland and online therapy for clients across regional NSW. She is a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association and adheres to strict professional and ethical standards.
Helping people reconnect, heal, and grow – one conversation at a time.
Qualifications:
BASS Human Services
Diploma in Community Services
Graduate Diploma from UNE in Counselling
350 Yoga Diploma
Certificate in Trauma Sensitive Yoga
Contact Me
Contact Me
Feel welcome to email and book an appointment.
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