Stylianos 'Stel' Papastratis, ACA

Stylianos 'Stel' Papastratis welcomes people facing the stress and uncertainty that often appears in midlife. He is an ACA counsellor with more than 21 years working in mental health across Australia, the UK and continental Europe. Stel listens without judgement and helps people find practical steps forward.

Stel draws on a broad clinical background gained in non‑profit, government and private clinic settings. He has supported people with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship strain and grief. He also has experience with carers, people living with chronic illness or disability, and those managing life transitions such as separation or ageing concerns.

His formal training includes a Bachelor and Honours in Psychological Sciences, a Graduate Diploma of Counselling, a Diploma of Professional Counselling, and a Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy. He also holds basic and advanced certification in Emotional Freedom Technique. These qualifications inform how he structures sessions and what tools he offers.

In sessions Stel aims for clear, practical conversations. He helps clients identify patterns, try new coping strategies and set realistic goals. Conversations tend to be straightforward and focused on day‑to‑day changes that reduce stress and improve mood.

People who choose Stel often want calm directness, a steady presence and help turning ideas into actions. He works in English and Greek and supports people who want help navigating life changes and emotional challenges.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Stel works from evidence‑based therapeutic techniques that aim to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. One approach he uses is structured counselling that focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns and testing small behaviour changes to reduce anxiety and depression. This method suits people who want clear steps and measurable progress.

He also draws on hypnotherapy techniques when appropriate, offering guided relaxation and focused imagery to manage stress, chronic pain or sleep problems. These techniques are used as tools within a broader counselling plan rather than as standalone promises of change.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Stel will talk with each person about their goals, try different techniques and adjust the plan based on what helps most. He discusses options in plain language and involves the person in choices about their care.

The biography does not list which online formats are offered, so please confirm available session options before booking. In general, online work can make therapy easier to fit into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check‑ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to keep therapy going after a move or during changes in routine. If you prefer in‑person or a particular online format, check current options when you start the matching process.