About Us
Harris Counselling is built on more than 20 years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples and families through some of life’s most complex emotional and relational challenges. Our practice is grounded in the belief that people heal best in environments where they feel safe, respected and genuinely understood.
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Founded by Adrian Harris, a credentialed mental health practitioner, accredited Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist (EFCT) and registered social worker, Harris Counselling brings together two decades of therapeutic expertise with a deep commitment to ethical, trauma‑informed care. Adrian’s work spans clinical practice, family and relationship therapy, organisational consulting, and leadership in child safety and mental health — experience that shapes a practice where clients can rely on professionalism, clarity and compassion.
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We take the time to listen carefully, honour each person’s story and move at a pace that protects wellbeing. Whether you are navigating relationship distress, family conflict, trauma, parenting challenges or periods of transition, we work alongside you to create meaningful, sustainable change.
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Our approach is inclusive and affirming. We welcome people of all identities, cultures, families and relationships, and we actively work to ensure our space is culturally safe, LGBTQIA+ affirming and grounded in respect.
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At Harris Counselling, you can expect care that is thoughtful, evidence‑based and deeply human — a place where connection is strengthened, resilience is nurtured and healing becomes possible.
Adrian Harris
Director / Founder Harris Counselling
Welcome to Harris Counselling, founded in 2010 by Adrian Harris a dedicated mental health social worker and qualified Family Therapist.
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Adrian is a clinically accredited social worker and counsellor with over 27 years’ experience across community, public, and private sectors. Clinically registered with the AASW, he has worked extensively in youth services, community programs, specialist counselling, couple and family therapy, and professional supervision.
He holds a Master of Family Therapy (La Trobe University, The Bouverie Centre), an Honours degree in Social Work (Monash University), a Bachelor of Human Services/Youth Affairs (Victoria University), and a Human Services Counselling
degree (Swinburne University).
Adrian has held a range of senior clinical and leadership roles, including Clinical Supervisor and Practice Specialist at Relationships Australia. He is currently a Manager at Relationship Matters and operates his private practice, Harris
Counselling, founded in 2009, from Malvern and Fitzroy.
His work is grounded in experiential and emotion focused approaches. He completed intensive postgraduate training with Dr Judith Ayre in 2007 and contributed to establishing the Centre for Emotion Focused Practice in Toorak in 2008. Adrian later
completed EFT Externship and Core Skills training through the Brisbane Centre for EFT and is certified by ICEEFT as an EFT Couples Therapist.
Adrian remains deeply committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families through collaborative, compassionate, evidence informed practice.
Harris Counselling &
Emotion Focused Couple and Family Therapy
Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) is a therapeutic approach designed to help couples and families understand and transform their emotional responses in their relationship. By focusing on the underlying emotions that drive interactions, EFT encourages partners to express their feelings and needs more openly. This process fosters deeper emotional connections, enhances communication, and helps couples and families resolve conflicts more effectively. Ultimately, EFCT aims to create a safe for partners to grow together, strengthening their bond and improving their overall relationship satisfaction.
