Core Insights - Maple Tree Counselling is expanding its couples counselling services in Hong Kong due to sustained demand for relationship-focused mental health support [1][12] - The practice will open its fourth dedicated therapy room in January 2026 and add more practitioners to accommodate a growing and diverse client base [1][2] Company Overview - Maple Tree Counselling, founded in 2021, operates in Central, Hong Kong, and has expanded to include practices in Central Victoria and Melbourne, Australia [11] - The practice serves individuals, couples, adolescents, and families from various cultural and professional backgrounds, emphasizing multilingual services and a diverse team [2][11] Couples Counselling Services - Couples counselling is one of the fastest-growing service areas at Maple Tree Counselling, with five dedicated counsellors addressing various relationship structures [4][10] - The practice tailors therapeutic engagements to the specific dynamics and challenges of each couple, reflecting the complex social and cultural contexts in Hong Kong [4] New Additions to the Team - Paul Vallis will join as an Associate Counsellor in mid-January 2026, focusing on behavioural patterns and emotional awareness for both individuals and couples [5][6] - Other counsellors, including Julia Laubscher and Kari Entwisle, also contribute to couples therapy, addressing communication difficulties and relationship transitions [9][8] Therapeutic Approaches - Vallis employs a collaborative therapeutic approach, focusing on issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties, using evidence-based methodologies like the Gottman Method [6][7] - The Gottman Method, utilized by multiple counsellors, provides structured tools for couples to enhance emotional safety, trust, and communication [8] Pricing Structure - Couples counselling sessions are priced between HK$2,400 and HK$3,000 for 80 minutes, positioned within the mid-market range for private therapy in Hong Kong [10]