- Stress management
- Anger regulation
- Self-esteem work
About Julie
Julie Teao is an ACA counsellor in Australia with six years of professional experience. She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem and depression, and supports people dealing with the pressures common in early adulthood.
Julie focuses on straightforward conversation and practical steps. Sessions tend to be direct and focused on real-life problems like motivation, confidence, workplace stress and relationship tension. She helps people name what feels overwhelming and try small, manageable changes.
Her approach is to listen without judgment and to help clients build clearer thinking and calmer responses. That can include looking at patterns that keep anxiety or low mood active, and practising ways to manage anger or panic when it arises. She also works with issues linked to discrimination and social isolation.
Julie pays attention to practical outcomes such as improved communication, better coping during stressful periods, and clearer goals around study, work and relationships. She supports people who are figuring out purpose, rebuilding self-love, or recovering from abusive or traumatic events.
Sessions are presented in plain language and aim to leave clients with tools they can use between meetings. Julie encourages honesty about small setbacks and helps people plan next steps. If you are an adult juggling the early stages of independence, she may be a practical option to consider.
How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often used for anxiety and depression include structured problem-solving and skills practice. Structured problem-solving helps break a large problem into steps and identify practical actions to try between sessions. Skills practice focuses on simple behavioural or thinking exercises that reduce panic, low mood or anger over time.Another common approach is mood-focused work that identifies patterns of thinking and behaviour that keep symptoms going. This involves mapping triggers, testing unhelpful thoughts, and trying new responses to see what changes. These methods help with panic attacks, social anxiety, low self-worth and workplace stress.
Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will work with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, preferences and everyday life. That means trying an approach, checking how it feels, and adapting it if needed so it fits study, work or social commitments.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around a busy schedule, reduce travel time and allow for quicker check-ins when needed. It can also let people use shorter or more frequent sessions when that suits their routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem and depression, plus related issues like loneliness, workplace stress and young adult concerns.
How would she describe her approach?
Her style is direct and practical. She focuses on clear conversations and small, usable strategies to manage mood and reactions.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working with adults on the issues listed in her profile.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is listed with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and is based in Australia.
Can I have sessions in another language or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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