Astrid West, PACFA
Supportive counsellor for life transitions
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- Practical coping skills
- Warm, non-judgemental listening
- Goal focused planning
About Astrid
She keeps sessions conversational and practical. Astrid uses techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and client-centred work to help people notice what's important and take small steps towards it. Sessions often focus on coping skills, managing difficult feelings and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns.
Astrid also draws on skills from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy when people need emotion regulation strategies or short-term goal planning. She helps people break problems into manageable parts and practise new reactions in everyday life. This can suit anyone trying to regain direction during a midlife change or other big life stressors.
With three years' practice, Astrid combines plain language with active listening. She explains approaches in simple terms and checks in about what is working. People can expect a collaborative style that balances empathy with clear, practical tools.
Astrid works in Australia and uses English in sessions. To start, prospective clients answer a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions according to the scheduling options offered.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
How Astrid's approaches translate to online work
Astrid uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice inner thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that match their values. This can be useful for stress, anxiety and midlife uncertainty. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and build practical coping skills for depression, anxiety and addiction. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and meeting the person where they are so they can explore concerns at their own pace.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Astrid discusses goals and preferences with each person and adapts techniques accordingly. She aims to tailor sessions so they feel useful and doable, checking in about what methods are helping as therapy progresses.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so please confirm which session types are currently offered before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy around work and family life, reduce travel time and make short, focused check-ins easier to schedule. Others prefer longer sessions for deeper discussion. Astrid will discuss practical arrangements and help select a session rhythm that fits everyday routines.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns can Astrid help with?
Astrid helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions and coping with life changes including midlife transitions. She also supports people with relationship strain, grief, self-esteem and career concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is conversational and collaborative. She combines acceptance-based work, CBT techniques and client-centred listening to build practical skills and clearer direction.
What is Astrid's professional background?
Astrid has three years of clinical experience working with people facing a range of emotional and behavioural concerns. She uses a blend of short-term and skills-based approaches.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with PACFA and practises in Australia. PACFA is shown as her professional credential.
Which languages are offered and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Astrid?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's available times.