Healing by the Bay Counselling Services Cleveland.

25/04/2026

Marlow warmly welcomes all visitors to Healing by the Bay Counselling Services Cleveland. Since he was 12 weeks old, Marlow has shared the space with me, providing a constant source of comfort and warmth to everyone he engages with. Healing by the Bay Counselling Services Cleveland. Additionally, he can join us on walk and talk sessions along the Cleveland foreshore. Marlow and I look forward to greeting all clients in the coming weeks and months. Healing by the Bay Counselling Services Cleveland.

Andrea & Marlow 🏠💙🦋☀️

22/04/2026

What couples think will fix the relationship…

“we just need to communicate better”
But in reality, this is what actually helps.

Emotional safety first
If it doesn’t feel safe, communication won’t land.
💬 How you start matters
Tone - words. Harsh start, harsh ending.

Understanding before fixing. 🤷‍♀️

Feeling heard changes everything. 🤫

Repairing after conflict
It’s not the argument, it’s what happens after. 🤗

Turning toward each other
The small, everyday moments build connection. ☕️🎾🎨

Consistency over intensity
It’s what you do daily, not occasionally.

Shared meaning
Knowing you’re on the same team, moving in the same direction. ⬅️➡️

Most couples don’t need more communication…🗣
they need safer, softer, more intentional connection. 😁
Andrea

Healing by the Bay Counselling Services Cleveland. 💙🤍

21/04/2026

“Be your best self” doesn’t mean having it all together. 🍂🌱

Some days it looks like being patient.
Other days it’s just getting through and not making things worse.
It can mean speaking honestly, or choosing to pause instead of reacting.
It’s not perfection, its trying, taking responsibility, and doing a little better when you can.

Your best self is just you, on a good day…
and still showing up, even on a hard one. 💗

Andrea
HBTB 🌤🌻

27/03/2026

If you could sit on this bench with someone, past or present, and share your feelings, who would it be? 🫶💞

21/03/2026

A few small ways to come back to each other 🫶💓

18/03/2026

Still water, even on a cloudy day ☁️
Not everything needs to be clear to feel calm.
Sometimes it’s enough to pause…
to breathe…
to let things settle.

If your mind feels full today, come back to something simple. 🌻
This moment. This breath. This space.🫶🙏

16/03/2026

https://www.healingbythebaycleveland.com/

Providing personalized, accessible counselling services including walk and talk therapy, couples, and telehealth options in Cleveland Brisbane. Start your healing journey today.

16/03/2026

Four years of Healing by the Bay Counselling today. 🙏💙 What began as a quiet hope to create a safe space for people and couples to feel heard has grown into something deeply meaningful. I’ve had the privilege of sitting with so many stories, so much courage, and so many moments of change. I never take that trust lightly. To every person and couple who has walked through my door, sat beside me by the water, or shared a part of their story with me, thank you. 🤍🫶 I’m incredibly grateful to do this work. Here’s to continuing to help people reconnect, rebuild, and find their way forward. Andrea & Marlow 🐾 HBTB 💙🌈💫🌊💖

15/03/2026

Meet the Therapist behind Healing by the Bay.

Hi, I’m Andrea, the heart and soul of Healing by the Bay Counselling Services. For those new here, I’d love to take a moment to introduce myself. As a counsellor based in Cleveland, I work with individuals and couples, helping them gain a deeper understanding of themselves, foster stronger relationships, and move forward with clarity and honesty. My approach is grounded, empathetic, and deeply human – no judgment, just a safe space to discuss what truly matters.

You might’ve already guessed that my trusty sidekick Marlow, my 3-year-old Golden Cocker Spaniel, is an integral part of my practice 🐾🙏. He loves joining me for Walk & Talk sessions by the bay (upon request!) and has a knack for putting people at ease.

When I’m not in the therapy room, you can find me near the water, enjoying beach time with my family, swimming, or catching up with my adult kids and husband. I’m also a fan of pilates, walking, and, confession time, I have a weakness for shopping 🛍👗.

To those who’ve been following along, thank you for being part of my community! I look forward to connecting with you soon. 🌼🌱🐞

Andrea xx
Healing by the Bay Counselling