Guillaume Walters-du Plooy, AHPRA

Guillaume Walters-du Plooy brings more than 15 years of mental health counselling experience to his work. He has supported people through trauma, mood and anxiety problems, and life changes. Guillaume's PhD research looked at complex and treatment-resistant eating disorders, and that interest still guides much of his practice.

He has worked in hospitals, outpatient clinics and community settings. This variety means he is used to different kinds of problems and different stages of recovery. Guillaume sees adults and adolescents across the age spectrum and understands how issues change over time.

Guillaume uses approaches grounded in research while keeping the focus on each person's goals. He prefers clear, practical conversations that help people make sense of their behaviour and choices. Sessions aim to identify manageable steps rather than vague plans.

He draws on Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Existential Therapy depending on the situation. That mix is used to address addictions, eating and food-related issues, depression and the effects of trauma and abuse.

People who come to Guillaume often want help with body image, codependency, control issues, and relationship or family stress. He also supports those struggling with guilt, shame, fatherhood issues and problems faced by first responders.

Guillaume works in English and Afrikaans. He is registered with AHPRA and practises in Australia. To start, visitors follow the site process to match and schedule a first session.

Therapeutic approaches and working online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on understanding the person's experience without judgement and helping them find their own solutions. It is useful for people who need a supportive space to explore feelings and make decisions.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviours into clear patterns and teaches practical strategies to change them. CBT often helps with mood, anxiety, and certain eating or addictive behaviours.

Existential Therapy looks at meaning, values and the choices that shape a life. It can help when people face emptiness, major life transitions or questions about purpose.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to decide which combination of methods fits their goals, needs and preferences. Treatment plans are adjusted as work progresses and as new issues arise.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the exact session formats available before booking. The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy around work and family commitments, shorter check-ins when time is limited, and options that avoid travel. Talk with the therapist about which format would best meet day-to-day needs and technical constraints.