- Self esteem work
- Guilt and shame
- Practical coping skills
About Natalija
Natalija Stefanovic is a PACFA counsellor in Australia with four years of professional experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, motivation, self-esteem and confidence. She also supports people facing depression, anger, sleeping problems, addiction-related issues and life changes.
Natalija keeps conversations straightforward and practical. She adapts her style to what each person needs, focusing on concrete steps and clearer thinking rather than jargon. Sessions are aimed at helping people notice patterns, try different ways of responding, and build small routines that make daily life easier.
People bring a range of concerns to her, including family of origin matters, body image, chronic illness or pain, and immigration-related stress. She also works with issues linked to autism and Asperger syndrome, co-morbidity, codependency, commitment and communication problems, dissociation and fertility stresses. Guilt and shame are listed among her focus areas and may be discussed where relevant.
Natalija explains things in plain language and offers practical strategies people can try between sessions. She pays attention to how relationships, work and health interact with mood and behaviour. Her approach is direct and supportive, not overly clinical, so people know what to expect from a session.
To begin, she asks a few questions to understand current difficulties and what a person hopes to change. From there she and the client set simple, achievable steps and review progress over time. The aim is clearer choices and more manageable days rather than quick fixes.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Many practitioners who list evidence-based therapeutic techniques use methods that focus on thoughts, behaviours and practical skills. Cognitive approaches look at unhelpful thinking patterns and teach ways to challenge and reframe those thoughts to reduce anxiety and persistent guilt. Behavioural techniques focus on building small routines and experiments to change how a person responds to stress and low mood, which can help with sleep, motivation and anger.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their concerns, goals and preferences. That means reviewing what helps, trying a few techniques, and adjusting the plan as needed rather than sticking to a single method from the start.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when that suits, and remove travel time. It can also let people continue work while living in different parts of Australia, provided they check the session formats offered and any regional practice requirements.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, low self-esteem, motivation struggles, depression and anger. Guilt and shame are listed among her focus areas.
How would she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses plain, practical conversation to identify the thoughts and behaviours that keep those feelings active. Sessions aim to notice patterns and try alternative responses over time.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional work experience in Australia supporting adults with a range of concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
Her listed credential is PACFA and she practises in Australia.
Does she run sessions in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.