Tarulata Mathur , PACFA

Tarulata Mathur uses a practical, person-focused approach to help people manage relationship strain, family conflict, trauma, grief and mood concerns. She draws on techniques from cognitive and acceptance-based therapies and values the stories clients bring to sessions. Tarulata holds PACFA credentialing and has worked in public, non-profit and private settings both in Australia and overseas.

She prefers video and phone sessions because they allow her to notice emotions and build connection in real time. Tarulata works in short, clear steps so people can try ideas between meetings and notice what helps. She encourages clients to use their own strengths while learning new ways to cope with stress, anxiety and loss.

Over 25 years she has supported people dealing with communication breakdown, divorce and blended family issues, caregiver stress and ageing concerns. She also helps with body image, guilt and shame, attachment questions and multicultural challenges. Her background includes roles in NGOs and community services alongside private practice.

Tarulata aims for straightforward sessions that focus on what matters to each person. She talks things through, suggests practical skills, and checks in about what is working. Many people find this pace useful when rebuilding relationships or navigating major life changes.

For newcomers she outlines the next steps clearly and works collaboratively to set goals. She believes taking the first step takes courage and offers steady support while people work toward a more satisfying life.

Therapeutic approaches suited to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on values and practical actions. It helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, commit to meaningful steps and build a life that reflects what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches clear skills to reduce anxiety and low mood. It is useful for stress, anxiety and depression. Attachment-Based Therapy explores early relationship patterns and how they show up now, which can help with relationship and family difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tarulata will discuss options and try methods that match a person's goals and preferences. That collaborative process means techniques can be adjusted over time if something is not helpful.

Online sessions offer flexibility and practical benefits. Video calls allow visual cues and a closer sense of connection, while phone sessions can suit shorter check-ins or lower bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief support, written reflections, or when people prefer not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving and travel commitments, and to keep progress moving even when schedules are busy.