- Practical strategies
- Support after loss
- Parenting transitions
About Rachael
Rachael offers a calm space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken about without judgement. Conversations are direct and gentle, with an emphasis on useful tools clients can try between sessions. She recognises that busy parents often need short, practical techniques as well as time to process big emotions.
She also draws on her background as a postpartum doula and women’s circle facilitator to support transitions such as becoming a parent, separation and changes to family routines. Rachael volunteers with a miscarriage support network and brings that community perspective into her work.
Clients can expect a collaborative style that mixes talking with actionable steps. Rachael helps people set realistic goals and practices small changes that fit everyday life. Her aim is to help people move toward more satisfying, manageable days.
Rachael works in Australia and conducts sessions in English. People considering therapy are invited to start with a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions that suit their availability.
Therapeutic approaches and how online work can help
Rachael uses evidence-based techniques that centre practical change and emotional processing. One common approach she uses focuses on problem-solving and practical strategies to reduce day-to-day stress. This involves breaking issues into small steps and trying simple tools that fit into a busy routine, which can be helpful for parenting and work-life balance challenges.Another strand of her approach supports grief and loss through guided conversation and paced emotional processing. This gives space to name difficult feelings, create meaning around loss experiences and plan manageable steps for coping in the weeks ahead.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Rachael discusses goals and preferences with each person and adapts techniques to suit their needs. She works with clients to decide what feels most useful and adjusts the plan as progress is made.
If you are considering online work, please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when days are tight. They can also let people access support while juggling caring responsibilities or appointments without needing to leave home.
Professional registration
- AASW
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
16+ years
Credentials
AASW · Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Rachael help with?
Rachael supports stress, anxiety, grief, parenting and depression with a particular focus on pregnancy and childbirth, fertility and postpartum issues. She also works with ADHD, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, guilt and women's issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and practical. She blends listening with simple tools and small actions people can use between sessions.
What background does she bring to this work?
Rachael has 16 years of experience as an Australian social worker and has worked across diverse client needs. She is also a postpartum doula and women's circle facilitator.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds AASW accreditation and is based in Australia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered to people within Australia.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a therapy journey with Rachael?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.