- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem work
About Maureen
Maureen Du Preez is a PACFA counsellor practising in Australia with nine years of professional experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression. Maureen speaks English and Afrikaans and aims to make starting therapy straightforward and direct.
Maureen focuses on clear, practical conversation. She checks what matters most to each person and sets simple goals to guide sessions. Sessions look at how daily habits, thinking patterns and relationships affect mood and stress levels.
Her background includes work across a range of concerns such as body image, chronic illness and pain, family of origin issues, blended family matters, and separation and divorce. She has also supported people dealing with immigration issues, first responder pressures, and recovery from domestic violence or other traumatic events.
Maureen adapts discussions to the individual rather than relying on a fixed script. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address low mood, anxiety and confidence problems, and to help with communication and coping skills. Conversations are practical and focused on change people can notice between sessions.
If someone is unsure how therapy fits into their life, Maureen helps plan manageable first steps. The approach is collaborative and paced to the person’s needs. To begin, follow the site steps to complete a short questionnaire and arrange the first appointment.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Maureen works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thinking and building coping skills. One common approach addresses patterns of negative thinking and teaches practical ways to test and shift those thoughts, which can reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach concentrates on improving communication and problem solving in relationships, helping people set boundaries and express needs more clearly.Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. Maureen will talk through goals, preferences and what has helped or not helped in the past. Together they outline short-term steps and agree how to review progress over a few sessions.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into study, work or irregular schedules, and they can allow shorter check-ins when time is limited. They also remove the need to travel, which helps people keep appointments around shifts, classes or other commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Afrikaans
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression. The biography also lists many related concerns such as body image, chronic illness, family problems and immigration issues.
What is her style in sessions?
Maureen uses practical, evidence-based techniques and keeps conversations focused on clear goals. She adapts the approach to each person rather than using a single fixed method.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional work experience in Australia.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is listed with PACFA and practises in Australia.
Can I see her if I live outside Australia?
International clients are not currently accepted.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Afrikaans.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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