- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Practical coping tools
About Andrew
Andrew Reay is an ACA and PACFA counsellor with 16 years' experience working in Australia. He draws on psychotherapy, clinical hypnotherapy and counselling techniques to help people move forward. He aims for practical sessions that focus on the changes each person wants to make.
Andrew frames therapy around what matters to the individual. He listens for what is getting in the way and helps people notice patterns of thinking and behaviour. He uses evidence-informed approaches such as ACT, CBT and EMDR alongside hypnotherapy where they fit the client's needs.
Many people come to him for help with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression and self-esteem. He also works with those facing life changes, chronic pain, body-image concerns and first responder issues. Sessions are tailored to the person rather than a fixed protocol.
Andrew describes his style as warm and respectful. He focuses on practical tools and simple steps to manage difficult feelings and build steadier daily routines. He encourages small experiments between sessions to test new ways of coping.
Over time Andrew helps people clarify their values and life direction. He aims to support stronger self-understanding and clearer choices. If someone is ready to start, he asks them to complete a short questionnaire and then schedule a time to begin work together.
Andrew frames therapy around what matters to the individual. He listens for what is getting in the way and helps people notice patterns of thinking and behaviour. He uses evidence-informed approaches such as ACT, CBT and EMDR alongside hypnotherapy where they fit the client's needs.
Many people come to him for help with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression and self-esteem. He also works with those facing life changes, chronic pain, body-image concerns and first responder issues. Sessions are tailored to the person rather than a fixed protocol.
Andrew describes his style as warm and respectful. He focuses on practical tools and simple steps to manage difficult feelings and build steadier daily routines. He encourages small experiments between sessions to test new ways of coping.
Over time Andrew helps people clarify their values and life direction. He aims to support stronger self-understanding and clearer choices. If someone is ready to start, he asks them to complete a short questionnaire and then schedule a time to begin work together.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)HypnotherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
16+ years
Credentials
ACA · Australia, PACFA · Australia
Languages
English
How Andrew uses therapeutic approaches online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps towards those values. It focuses on noticing thoughts without getting stuck and building committed action that fits daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and gives practical exercises for changing unhelpful patterns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an approach used to reduce distress linked to traumatic memories by working with memory processing and body responses.Choosing the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will discuss options in early sessions and work with the client to decide which methods feel most useful. Plans are adapted over time based on progress, preferences and goals.
The profile does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow check-ins during shorter breaks. It can also let someone use less bandwidth or choose shorter phone-style check-ins if that suits their schedule. An initial conversation will clarify which approaches and session arrangements will best fit the client.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Andrew commonly help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression and self-esteem issues, plus coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are described as warm and practical. He listens, helps identify patterns, and offers simple tools to try between meetings.
How long has he worked in counselling?
He has 16 years of experience working with clients in Australia.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He lists ACA and PACFA and practises in Australia.
Can I have sessions in another language or from overseas?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.