Ms Marika Cominos, M.Couns

Licensed Professional Counselor

“Marika is a warm, vibrant and intuitive Holistic Counsellor & Somatic Bodywork therapist with 18 years experience working directly with clients. She is a member of the Australian Counselling Association and uses clinically proven therapeutic interventions, and when needed a trauma informed somatic approach to navigate clients issues and desired outcomes. Across all of her work as a therapist, the deep care and well-being of people is the consistent underlying thread. She brings a steady presence and clear focus to her clients and enjoys providing a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the patterns, behaviours and mindsets that affects health and wellbeing. Bookings are available Monday to Saturday in person, online and by phone. "When we are ready for change the support of a Counsellor can ignite the wisdom and answers that are already within you."”

About Me

Marika is a warm, vibrant and intuitive Holistic Counsellor & Somatic Bodywork therapist with 18 years experience working directly with clients. She is a member of the Australian Counselling Association and uses clinically proven therapeutic interventions, and when needed a trauma informed somatic approach to navigate clients issues and desired outcomes. Across all of her work as a therapist, the deep care and well-being of people is the consistent underlying thread. She brings a steady presence and clear focus to her clients and enjoys providing a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the patterns, behaviours and mindsets that affects health and wellbeing. Bookings are available Monday to Saturday in person, online and by phone. "When we are ready for change the support of a Counsellor can ignite the wisdom and answers that are already within you."

Approach

We must first have a healthy relationship with ourselves before we can have healthy relationships with others. From here it is then possible to take steps towards positive and life enriching change. When we tend to our inner world, we are by default also attending to our outer world as we cannot separate the two. Many people think that Counselling is only useful when you have a problem or mental health issue, but many use Counselling for growth, self-enquiry and reflection to better understand how to navigate life. The benefits of speaking with a Counsellor to take responsibility for actions, look deeper within, and develop self-awareness tools is super supportive and evolving. Counselling is invaluable in bringing understanding to the underlying issues that are having a negative impact in our lives. By providing a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space to explore the patterns and behaviours that no longer serve you, or the ideals and beliefs that are keeping you stuck, transformational change can unfold.

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Basic Information

Melbourne, Australia

Services

Marika has been seeing clients since 2007 and her areas of interest include: - Health & Wellbeing Coaching - Stress & Fatigue Management - Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Anger Management - Behavioural change & emotional regulation - Body Awareness & Connection - Building Self Worth | Confidence - Improving Communication & Expression - Relationship Counselling - Change Coaching | Life Direction - Workplace & Relationship strategies & support - Career Counselling & Resume Updating - Business Coaching

Services Offered:

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ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.
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Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
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Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Wellness Support
Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
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Stress Management
Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
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Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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Works With:

•Adolescents
•Adults
•Couples
•Groups
•Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Behaviour or Conduct Issues
Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
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Self-Care
Deliberate actions taken to maintain or improve one's own mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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Women's Issues
Psychological challenges more commonly experienced by women, including gender-based stress, reproductive health concerns, body image, caregiving burden, and societal expectations.

Professional Title:

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Licensed Professional Counselor
A counselor licensed to provide professional mental health services including assessment and therapy.

Qualifications

Master of Counselling

Torrens University

Year: 2026

Diploma of Counselling (CHC51015)

Certification

Evolve College

Year: 2019

Registrations

Australian Counseling Association

Level 2

Service Area

All Things Health & Wellbeing

In-person & Online

Kingsville

Melbourne, Victoria

Australia