Fiona O’Rourke
Couples & Relationship Counselling
@ Bella Vista
Empowering you with the Tools for Resilient Relationships and Personal Growth
My counselling approach combines professional training with lived experience, allowing me to support clients with empathy, insight, and practical understanding. Having experienced the effects of relationship breakdown across different stages of my own life, I understand the complexity of conflict, separation, divorce, and blended family dynamics. I offer a supportive space where individuals and couples can work toward healthier communication, restored trust, and meaningful connection.
Fiona O'Rourke
Background
Education
Diploma of Counselling
Accreditation
Fully Accredited Member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
Specialized Training
Qualified in Gottman and PORT Protocols
Expertise Built on Empathy and Evidence
My professional path is anchored in a profound awareness of human bonds and the intricate emotional terrain of interpersonal transitions.
Upon earning my Diploma of Counselling, I dedicated my career to couples therapy, utilizing the evidence-based Gottman and PORT frameworks to help partners heal and rediscover their bond. My personal method blends high clinical expertise with a sincere, welcoming energy, making sure you feel deeply understood and expertly guided. I am committed to supporting you through every step of your relational path.
I am a registered member of the ACA and utilize a person-centred approach. I believe that while life's transitions can be painful, they also offer a profound opportunity for clarity and self-discovery. By providing a sanctuary for difficult conversations, I help my clients build the resilience needed to move forward with dignity and strength.
The Therapeutic Approach
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
This structured approach helps partners disarm conflicting verbal communication and increase intimacy. We focus on building a 'Sound Relationship House' to deepen your connection and create shared meaning.
Presence Oriented Relationship Therapy (PORT)
PORT focuses on the power of being present and attuned in the moment to heal relational wounds. It provides a gentle pathways to rebuild trust and safety, allowing couples to feel truly seen and heard by one another.
What You Can Expect
A Space for You
In our sessions, you can expect a calm and non-judgmental environment where every voice is heard. Whether you are navigating a separation or working to strengthen your bond, the priority is to ensure both partners feel emotionally safe, respected, and truly understood.
A Clear Framework
Effective Methods
We use a structured, evidence-informed approach that moves beyond simple conversation. By integrating proven therapeutic frameworks like Gottman and PORT, we focus on identifying your unique patterns and building healthier ways to connect or move forward.
by the end of our first session, you will have a clear sense of how we will work together and an understanding of the next steps. We focus on grounded, practical progress tailored to your specific circumstances and goals.
Begin Your Journey
Navigating life's transitions requires more than just time; it requires a safe space for reflection and professional guidance. I offer a compassionate clinical approach to help you process emotions, find clarity, and move forward with renewed stability. Whether you are seeking individual support or couples counselling, your first step starts with a conversation. I look forward to seeing you in our beautiful rooms in Bella Vista.
Values That Guide Us
Empathy • Integrity • Connection • Growth • Dignity • Resilience • Mutual Understanding • Clinical Clarity • Support • Resolution