Marlynna Abdul Rahman
Counsellor-In-Training
Qualifications
M. Counselling [In Progress],
M. Accounting, BCom. Marketing and Management
Languages
English, Malay
Clinical Hours
Monday, Tuesday: 11am-5pm
Saturday: 2pm-4pm
Fees
Individual Therapy (50 minutes): $50
Individual Therapy (80 minutes) $75
Marlynna Abdul Rahman
Counsellor-In-Training
About
Marlynna believes that each of us holds within ourselves the strength, wisdom, and courage needed to create meaningful change. When life’s pressures leave us feeling burnt out, stuck, or disconnected, having a safe space to pause and reflect can be a powerful first step toward healing.
Drawing from her experiences living and working across Australia, Türkiye, and Singapore, Marlynna brings a culturally sensitive and open perspective to her practice. Her journey through different countries, careers, and professional transitions has deepened her understanding of the challenges and growth that accompany change.
As a mother of three, including a neurodivergent child with ADHD, she understands the emotional demands of caregiving and the realities of parenting. Her experience navigating an intercultural marriage and family life has further enriched her empathy and insight, allowing her to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds and life circumstances.
Specialisations
Marlynna specialises in supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief, and self-esteem issues. She also works with relationship difficulties, work-related stress, and major life transitions, including career changes, relocation, and the journey into parenthood.
Qualifications and Experience
Marlynna is currently completing her Master of Counselling with Monash University. Before transitioning to a career in counselling, she was in marketing and events, and spent over a decade running a technology company. She holds a Bachelor of Marketing and a Master of Accounting and brings with her a wealth of experience in communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal dynamics, skills that now enrich her counselling practice. Outside her practice, Marlynna volunteers at Pertapis Centre for Women and Girls, where she supports adolescent girls navigating emotional, relational, and social challenges
Approach to Therapy
Marlynna’s approach is warm, reflective, and grounded in the belief that meaningful change flows from creating space for self-understanding, emotional healing, and personal growth. She works collaboratively with each client, drawing on their strengths and adapting her approach to best support their growth and well-being.
Her therapeutic style is integrative and person-centred, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness-based practices. Through a personalised approach, she helps individuals uncover new insights, reconnect with their inner strengths, and deepen their relationships with themselves and those around them.
