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Counselling Services

Specialist Counselling and Relationship Support That Meets You Where You Are

Real therapy. Practical tools. Meaningful change.

Michelle Cuneo, founder of Red Thread Relationships on the Central Coast, NSW, seated on a brown leather sofa for therapy branding imagery.

Therapy Designed for Real Life

At Red Thread Relationships, therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Every client brings their own history, needs, and goals, and that’s exactly how I work.

Whether you’re a couple looking to rebuild trust, an individual seeking clarity in a life transition, or someone who simply wants to understand themselves better, there’s a pathway here for you.

You can choose from:

  • Flexible counselling sessions

  • Focused 6-week programs

  • Deep 12-month transformation journeys

  • Small group workshops

You’ll work directly with me, Michelle Cuneo. I’m a registered counsellor with more than 16 years of experience and specialist training in relationship therapy. Sessions are structured, evidence-based, and always personalised. I see clients across the Central Coast (NSW) and online throughout Australia.

Let’s find the right

support for you.

Let’s find the right support for you.

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Michelle Cuneo offering relationship counselling in a Central Coast therapy room at Red Thread Relationships, engaging with young clients in a calm, styled space.

Couples Therapy and Relationship Counselling

For couples who want to protect what they’ve built and grow forward together

Couples therapy at Red Thread Relationships is designed for people who care deeply about their relationship and are ready to invest in it. Whether you’re dealing with conflict, emotional distance, trust ruptures, or just feeling disconnected, therapy offers a calm and structured space to understand and shift what’s not working.

  • 60 minutes – $240
    90-minute Intake Session – $240

    Best for:

    • Relationship check-ins

    • Support during conflict or transitions

    • Couples who prefer a flexible approach without a set program

    Benefits:

    • No long-term commitment

    • Sessions adapted to your current needs

    • Practical tools you can use immediately

    • A great starting point if you're new to therapy

  • Investment: $1,500 (includes intake plus 6 sessions)
    Scheduled over 6 consecutive weeks

    Best for:

    • Couples stuck in recurring patterns

    • Those facing a specific issue or major life change

    • Couples wanting clarity, momentum, and direction

    What’s Included:

    • 90-minute intake session

    • Six weekly 60-minute sessions

    • Personalised therapeutic focus

    • Tools and reflection exercises between sessions as appropriate 

    • Consistent, practical support throughout

  • Investment: $4,920. Payment plans available.

    Best for:

    • Long-term couples

    • Complex relationship challenges including infidelity, parenting strain, or emotional shutdown

    • Rebuilding trust, intimacy, and communication over time

    What’s Included:

    • Comprehensive intake

    • 6-week intensive start

    • Fortnightly sessions, then monthly integration

    • Priority appointment access

    • Phone coaching when appropriate

    • Reduced rate for long-term support

    Choose up to three additional tools:

    • Relationship Patterns and Attachment Mapping

    • Couple Communication and Nervous System Alignment Profile

    • Shared Values, Vision and Relationship Agreement Session

    This program is designed for deep, sustainable change that goes far beyond surface fixes.


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Individual Counselling and Personal Therapy

For individuals seeking clarity, confidence, and personal growth

Individual therapy is for anyone navigating life’s transitions, decisions, or patterns. There’s no need for a diagnosis or GP referral. Whether you're facing a relationship challenge, grief, burnout, or identity shift, I provide practical, compassionate support.

  • 60 minutes – $180

    Best for:

    • Life changes and crossroads

    • Anxiety, stress, or emotional overload

    • Grief, loss, or career shifts

    • Identity and self-worth work

    • Relationship issues from an individual perspective

    Benefits:

    • Total flexibility

    • No commitment required

    • Focused support, exactly when needed

    • Tools for reflection, regulation, and insight

  • Investment: $1,200, or $1,350 with phone coaching support

    Best for:

    • Feeling stuck or overwhelmed

    • Seeking clarity and renewed direction

    • Addressing a specific challenge with structure and momentum

    What’s Included:

    • Intake session

    • Six weekly 60-minute sessions

    • Tailored therapeutic plan

    • Optional phone support during the six weeks

    • Tools and strategies to use between sessions

  • Investment: $3,920. Payment plans available.

    Best for:

    • Deep personal healing and growth

    • Navigating long-term transitions

    • Addressing longstanding emotional patterns

    Inclusions:

    • Intake session

    • Six-week intensive phase

    • Fortnightly sessions followed by monthly integration

    • Priority access and optional phone coaching

    • Reduced session rate for long-term care

    Choose up to three tools:

    • Life Patterns and Themes Assessment

    • Nervous System Regulation Profile

    • Values-Led Vision and Planning Session

Start individual counselling today
Start individual counselling today
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Group Programs and Relationship Education

Learn in community, grow at your own pace

Group programs offer affordable, psychoeducational support in a relaxed setting. These are not therapy groups. They are small workshops for individuals and couples who want to build relationship skills and emotional awareness with others.

Sample Topics Include:

  • How to Argue Without Damaging Your Relationship

  • Staying Calm and Connected Under Pressure

  • Why We Love the Way We Do (Understanding Attachment)

  • Growing Together Through Change

  • The Relationship Tune-Up

  • Intimacy Beyond the Early Years

Details:

  • Programs run periodically throughout the year

  • $40 to $120 per person per session

  • Check Instagram for upcoming topics and dates

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Why People Choose Red Thread Relationships

  • Specialist therapy

    Specialist therapy

    you work with one dedicated therapist who truly hears your story, holds it with care, and brings advanced relationship skills to support your goals.

  • Tailored support

    Tailored support

    Sessions are thoughtfully designed for your unique relationship needs.

  • Warm, insightful guidance

    Warm, insightful guidance

    Helping you get to the heart of what’s happening and move forward gently but effectively.ds.

  • Real communication skills

    Real communication skills

    Practical, structured tools to help your message land, guided by a therapist with a Master’s degree in Communication.

  • Evidence-based & results-focused

    Evidence-based & results-focused

    you leave each session with proven strategies you can actually use.

  • Flexible & accessible

    Flexible & accessible

    Appointments available in person across the Central Coast and online Australia-wide.

  • Inclusive and trauma-informed

    Inclusive and trauma-informed

    you’re welcomed and encouraged to express yourself freely in a safe, respectful space.

There’s no pressure to commit beyond what feels right. But if you’re ready, this is a professional and supportive place to begin the real work of change.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Many people start with a single intake session. It’s a helpful way to explore what’s going on and see if this feels like the right fit.

  • Yes. I work with clients both in person across the Central Coast and online across Australia. Online therapy is secure, private, and just as effective.

  • That’s completely valid. Therapy can be a space to explore all your options with clarity and care. There’s no pressure or assumption about the outcome.

  • No. While they are structured, they are also flexible. Every program is adapted to the couple or individual, so your journey reflects your goals and needs.

  • Psychologists can offer Medicare rebates, but often work with diagnosis or short-term mental health plans. Counselling offers continuity, emotional insight, and practical tools. Many people prefer the flexibility and relationship focus of this model.

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Ready to Begin?

Whether you’re interested in one session or ready to commit to something deeper, you’ll be met with warmth, clarity, and high-quality care.

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