Anne Siret , PACFA

Anne Siret is a counsellor with more than 20 years of professional experience working in Australia. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship difficulties. She also supports those dealing with eating concerns, self-esteem struggles, career uncertainty and life transitions.

Anne works with sensitivity and respect. She listens first to understand each person’s situation. Conversations and plans are tailored to a person's needs rather than using one fixed method. She encourages small practical steps that can make daily life feel more manageable.

Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. Anne aims to create a calm, steady space for people to talk through trauma, abuse, ADHD-related concerns and parenting stresses. She is comfortable addressing issues that intersect with ageing, autism spectrum conditions, multicultural backgrounds and first responder experiences.

Anne holds PACFA as a credential, which is noted for counsellors in Australia. She offers help in English and French. Her style suits people who want a practical, respectful counsellor who will help them work out next steps.

If you are thinking about starting therapy, Anne emphasises that taking the first step takes courage. She will tailor sessions to your goals and pace, and help you find tools to manage anxiety, cope with loss and rebuild confidence.

How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy

Anne uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in a clear, practical way. One approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and low mood. This is useful for stress, worry and mild-to-moderate depression. Another approach emphasises building small daily routines and coping skills - practical steps to manage panic, overwhelm and emotional ups and downs. These skills help with grief, eating concerns and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss your goals, preferences and what has helped or not helped before. Together you will decide which methods to try and adjust them as progress is made, so therapy stays relevant to your needs.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls are close to in-person sessions and allow face-to-face conversation. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing, need brief daily support or want to fit sessions around a busy day. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent despite work, family or location demands.