Counselling for individuals,
couples & families
“Kriss was amazing and made me feel so comfortable”
- Past client feedback
Kriss offers an environment to explore your thoughts, emotions & behaviours, moving towards meaningful growth
Individual Therapy
Couples therapy
Compassionate guidance through communication breakdowns, trust issues & conflicts
Family therapy
Guidance for families encountering difficulties in parenting, sibling dynamics, or communication
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Meet Kriss
Kriss Balodis is an accredited mental health social worker who specialises in individual, couples, and family counselling, and has been working in the field since 2007.
Kriss believes in the power of collaboration and partnership in the therapeutic process. By integrating various approaches into his practice, he empowers individuals, couples and families to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, facilitating meaningful growth and positive change.
Kriss’ unwavering commitment to his clients’ well-being and his versatile skill set make him a valued ally in their journey towards mental health and healing.
Kriss' focus areas
Experiencing anxiety can be the result of different environmental and social factors, which are explored in sessions.
Kriss utilises strong evidence-based solutions to address anxiety, which is addressed on an individual basis utilising skills from a range of modalities which might include CBT, ACT or schema focused therapy.
Depression impacts countless lives in Australia and can affect people of all walks of life. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, approximately one in seven Australians experience depression in their lifetime.
Depression is a complex condition with various contributing factors, including genetic predisposition, brain chemistry, life experiences, and ongoing stressors.
Kriss focuses on the proactive steps which mitigate depression’s impact – in therapy and through lifestyle changes – which can alleviate symptoms and can bolster mental resilience.
Research indicates that around 20% of Australian couples experience relationship distress, with communication issues, adapting to parenting and differing priorities often cited as common challenges.
Couples therapy offers hope, with studies suggesting that up to 70% of couples who undergo therapy report significant improvements in their relationship satisfaction. Gottman therapy is steeped in decades of research, which is the primary model used in therapy at Kriss Balodis Counselling.
Men’s mental health is a pressing issue in Australia, often characterised in silence and stigma.
Whilst it can be challenging for many men to talk, evidence shows that doing so has a significant positive impact on their well-being.
Unfortunately around one in eight men will experience depression in their lifetime, with men accounting for approximately three-quarters of deaths by suicide in the country. Factors such as reluctance to seek help, and a lack of awareness of mental health resources contribute to this trend.
An experienced counsellor, Kriss provides men a safe and open place to chat.
Therapy can play a crucial role in providing support and guidance to parents facing a range of challenges. Family therapy can provide strategies for effective communication, conflict resolution and strengthening relationships.
Starting from the view that the parent is the expert in their family, Kriss helps parents navigate complexities holistically utilising a systems, cognitive, behavioural approach in helping the development of children and teenagers.
“Kriss was so amazing and made me feel so comfortable…a very safe place for me to share my thoughts and feelings. Probably one of the best I’ve spoken with”
Anonymous | Past Client Feedback
- Verified Client
Anonymous | Past Client Feedback
- Verified Client
Sascha | Past Client Feedback
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book a time to get in touch
Book a free, fifteen minute introductory chat to find out how counselling can help you & your loved ones to move past the challenges you’re facing.
We’ll discuss where you’d like to get to.
You’ll benefit from understanding how counselling can help you to achieve your goals.
There is no pressure to book any additional sessions.
Choose a time that’s convenient for you. I look forward to meeting you soon.
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Kriss Balodis – Individual, Couples, and Family Counselling is a dedicated counselling service providing support to individuals, couples, and families facing various mental health challenges.
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Kriss Balodis – Individual, Couples, and Family Counselling is a dedicated counselling service providing support to individuals, couples, and families facing various mental health challenges.
Counselling in Brisbane
Kriss Balodis – Individual, Couples, and Family Counselling is a dedicated counselling service providing support to individuals, couples, and families facing various mental health challenges.
