- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- EMDR methods
- Attachment concerns
About Andy
Andy Bouwman is an AASW social worker with five years of clinical experience in Australia. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, trauma and depression. He also pays attention to attachment issues, communication problems, guilt and shame, loneliness and questions about life purpose.
Andy worked in public mental health settings, supporting people with a wide range of concerns including trauma-related difficulties and personality-related struggles. That background means he is used to helping people who have complex or overlapping problems. He aims to understand the circumstances that brought each person to therapy.
His main approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT. He also draws on psychodynamic ideas and EMDR techniques where they fit a person's situation. Sessions tend to focus on practical steps and on helping someone notice unhelpful patterns without judgement.
In sessions he combines short-term strategies with deeper exploration of patterns that repeat over time. He will talk through how thoughts and feelings influence behaviour, and help people identify values and small actions that matter to them. When trauma is involved he may use EMDR methods alongside talk-based work.
Andy works in English and practices in Australia. He describes therapy as a collaborative process where the person and therapist choose approaches that match the person's goals. To begin, clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
How ACT, EMDR and psychodynamic work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and choose small actions that match their values. Online sessions using ACT often focus on exercises, mindfulness practices and behaviour changes that can be tried between meetings.EMDR is a trauma-focused method that uses guided bilateral stimulation alongside memory work to reduce the intensity of distressing memories. When used online the therapist guides rhythmical eye movements or other bilateral tasks while talking through a memory and its emotional impact.
Psychodynamic therapy looks at patterns that repeat across relationships and life stages. Online psychodynamic work tends to be reflective, helping a person see how past experiences shape present behaviour and feelings.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together with the person which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. That discussion can include combining approaches over time as required.
Confirm the session formats available before booking so they fit into everyday life. Many people find online sessions make it easier to attend around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Check the platform options and schedule a time that suits routine and energy levels.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and depression, and related areas such as guilt and shame.
How does he approach guilt and shame in sessions?
He uses ACT strategies to notice unhelpful self-judgements and then focuses on values-based actions rather than trying to erase feelings.
What is his clinical background?
He has five years of experience and has worked in public mental health settings with complex presentations.
What credentials does he hold and where does he practise?
He is an AASW social worker practising in Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Session cost varies with location and uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.