Anouke Stanislaus

I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Couple & Family Therapist with more than 20 years of experience providing evidence-based therapy for anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship concerns, grief and perinatal mental health. I work with individuals, couples and families across Australia through private practice, telehealth and EAP support. My approach is warm, collaborative and practical. Clients often tell me they feel safe and understood quickly, and that they leave sessions with clarity, emotional relief and tools they can use straight away. I offer both short-term, solution-focused counselling and longer-term therapeutic support, depending on what you need. What I Can Help You With I provide therapy for: • Anxiety, stress, panic attacks & worry • Trauma & complex trauma (C-PTSD) • Depression & low mood • Relationship counselling & communication issues • Conflict management • Grief, loss & life transitions • Perinatal mental health (pregnancy, postnatal, identity shifts, bonding) • Self-harm, suicidal thoughts & safety planning • Critical incident and crisis support • Adjustment to major stressors, burnout & overwhelm Whether you are dealing with long-standing patterns or a recent crisis, I will help you understand what’s happening and support you to move toward meaningful, lasting change. Therapeutic Approaches I tailor therapy to each person using a wide range of evidence-based modalities, including: • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (MCBT) • DBT-informed skills (distress tolerance, emotion regulation) • Interpersonal Therapy • Brain-Based Therapy • Mindfulness practices • Grief Therapy • Solution-Focused Therapy • Schema Therapy • Narrative Therapy This integrative approach helps create clear, practical progress while honouring your unique experiences and strengths. My Qualifications • Master of Couple and Family Therapy (UNSW) • Bachelor of Social Work (ACU) • Graduate Diploma in Counselling & Communication (ACAP) • Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AASW) What You Can Expect From the very first session, I would like you to feel genuine warmth, safety and understanding. My aim is for you to leave each appointment feeling lighter, clearer and more supported, with strategies you can immediately apply in your daily life. If you’re looking for a therapist who offers compassion, clinical expertise and a calm, grounded presence, I would be honoured to support you.