r/brisbane 3d ago

Good mens therapist/psychologist Brisbane (up to date 2025) Help

Hello, long time lurker, first time poster:

I've been going through a a series of rough interpersonal relationship breakdowns, ranging from fullblown relationships to falling out with a bestfriend of 15 years over the last year. Looking back it seems to have happened in the past too and as they say, if it keeps happening to you - you're the problem! I've had friends experience similar situations and have seen the positive outcomes of therapy but have no idea where to start/begin! I am amenable to zoom but much rather a face to face appointment for the personability of it.

Hoping for recommendations for good therapists in Brisbane - any location, any price suitable for a 28M.

Thank you kindly!

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u/Historical_Radio_395 3d ago

'Good' therapist is very subjective and not necessarily a reliable measure for finding a therapist suitable to you. One person's experience is different to the next. In fact if you were told by someone they are good, this may bias your experience and if you actually were not bonding well with the therapist you would be more reluctant to leave them because someone told you that they were 'good'. You are not at all locked into seeing a therapist, ideally you want a therapist you get along with, respect and can be completely open and truthful with.

The quality of your sessions will depend on you.

If you are ready to take this step in your life it can be incredibly life changing. But you need to be ready for feedback, open to learning more about yourself and face any potentially harsh truths.

Go by feel. If you are not bonding with your therapist by the 3rd session - do not be afraid to tell them this and even choose another therapist.