Beyond Bickering

A Satellite Point of View

Life in the Mackay region can be a balancing act. Between FIFO rosters, sugar industry demands, or busy professional and family lives, even the strongest marriages can feel strained.

Satellite Psychology, a specialist digital practice serving the region, offers the road map back to ‘Us’. While Clinical Psychologist Cassandra Burford provides quality individual therapy for adults, her passion is Gottman Method couples therapy—a renowned approach based on 40 years of research.

“The Mackay region is unique, but local couples report universal relationship struggles. They find themselves stuck in cycles of endless bickering, reeling from big hurts, or simply lacking closeness.”

“The Gottman Method is gold standard for a reason,” Cassandra explains.

“By studying ‘Master’ versus ‘Disaster’ couples, we know exactly what makes love last. My role is helping couples adjust the patterns that keep them stuck. Using the Sound Relationship House (pictured) as our blueprint, we’ll replace disaster habits with research-backed tools that improve relationship satisfaction.”

Satellite Psychology operates entirely online, a choice Cassandra says is perfect for regional Queenslanders.

“In a town like Mackay, privacy is paramount. Online sessions offer unmatched privacy and flexibility, making sure stretched and busy couples don’t go without support. It allows the work to happen where your relationship actually lives—at home.”

“Ultimately, it’s about more than just surviving each week—it’s building real connection and equipping you both with the tools to restore your relationship for more better days together.”

www.satellitepsychology.com.au

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Clinical Psychologist Cassandra Burford, from Satellite Psychology

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