Couples Therapy
Evidence-Based Couples Therapy at The Heart & Mind Collective
Most couples arrive at therapy when they feel they’ve exhausted their own resources. You might recognise yourself in these moments:
The "Same Old" Argument: You feel stuck in a loop, fighting about the same topics (money, kids, chores) without ever reaching a resolution.
The Roommate Phase: You’ve become great at logistics and co-parenting, but the emotional and physical intimacy has faded into the background.
The Silent Treatment: You’ve started "walking on eggshells" or withdrawing to avoid conflict, creating a growing distance between you.
The Crisis of Trust: You are navigating the aftermath of an affair, a secret or a moment of abandonment when you needed your partner most.
Our Approach: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
At The Heart & Mind Collective, we don’t just teach communication "tricks" or give you a list of rules. We use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the gold standard in couples counseling.
Why EFT?
EFT is based on the science of adult attachment. It helps us look beneath the surface of your arguments to find the "Negative Cycle" that is running the relationship.
The Cycle is the Enemy: We stop the blame game by identifying the "loop" you get caught in.
Deep Healing: We use the Attachment Injury Resolution Model to repair trust that has been deeply broken.
Secure Connection: Our goal is to create a "Secure Base," where both partners feel safe, seen and truly supported.
Meet Leigh Wallace
Couples Therapist & EFT Practitioner
"I believe that every couple has the capacity for a secure, loving connection. My role is to help you navigate the distress and find the path back to the safety of each other's arms."
Leigh specialises in helping couples move from high-conflict or deep withdrawal into a space of understanding. With a focus on empathy and clarity, she guides you through the difficult conversations you haven't been able to have on your own.
Learn more about Leigh here.
What to Expect
Taking the first step is often the hardest part. Here is how we move forward together:
The Intake Session: A joint session to hear the story of your relationship from the beginning to the present day.
Individual Deep-Dives: One individual session for each partner to understand your personal history and perspective.
De-escalation & Repair: Ongoing joint sessions where we identify your negative cycle, lower the tension, and begin the work of rebuilding your bond.
We understand that busy lives and parenting can make prioritising therapy difficult. We offer a range of options to suit your schedule:
In-Person & Online: Available at our Central Coast clinic or via secure video link.
Availability: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
Session Times: From 1:00 PM through to our final session at 5:00 PM.
Early Morning: Online sessions available by request (subject to availability).
Don't wait for a crisis to futureproof your marriage. Whether you are "mostly okay" and looking to grow, or in the midst of a separation, we are here to provide the map for your journey.
Book an appointment with Leigh by following this link: www.theheartandmindcollective.com.au/start-here
Meet Leigh Wallace, our Couples Therapist
Is it too late for therapy if we’re already considering separation?
How to rebuild trust after it’s been broken.
How to reconnect when you feel like 'roommates'?
We have the same argument every week, how do we break the cycle?
How therapy can help even when things are 'mostly okay'?
No time? Here is the flexibility I offer for parents.
How to navigate different parenting styles without constant friction
What does 'healthy' conflict actually look like?
What to expect at your first couples therapy session together? And how the series/process will look.