Hi, I’m Marie Vakakis
I am the Director of The Therapy Hub and host of the podcast "This Complex Life." I work with individuals and couples to help them build happiness, confidence and meaningful lives.
My approach starts with a simple question: who are you now, who do you want to become, and how do we bridge that gap? I bring genuine engagement and a bit of humour to every session, alongside directness and support.
We offer compassionate, person-centred support in a safe, welcoming space.
We help you gain clarity around your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
We support positive change and personal growth at a pace that feels right for you.
I help individuals and couples work through anxiety, trauma and relationship difficulties, with a particular focus on couples therapy and EMDR intensives.
I draw on Gottman Couples Therapy, EMDR (including intensives and Gottman Marathon sessions), ACT, CBT and mindfulness, offering both regular weekly or fortnightly sessions and intensive formats depending on what suits you.
Outside the therapy room, I'm somewhat nerdy, an animal lover (especially dogs), and an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys hiking and camping.
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Qualifications & Training
- Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
- Couple and Family Therapist
- Accredited EMDR Therapy Practitioner (child, adolescent, adult)
- Level 3 Gottman Method Couples Training
- Master of Family Therapy, LaTrobe University
- Graduate Diploma of Youth and Adolescent Mental Health, University of Melbourne
Availability
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Fees
$280 for 50-minute sessions; some sessions are eligible for Medicare rebates. Marie also works with Open Arms, TAC and WorkCover clients.