- Anxiety and phobia support
- CBT and mindfulness methods
- Practical coping skills
About Deborah
Deborah Jones is an ACA counsellor in Australia with four years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, depression and life changes, including social anxiety and phobia. She aims to make the first appointment straightforward for people who find social situations hard.
Deborah uses clear, practical methods in sessions. She listens to what matters most and helps people set small, achievable steps. Sessions often focus on skills for managing panic, reducing avoidance and coping with loneliness or caregiver strain.
Her approach draws on client-centred work and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with mindfulness tools and solution-focused planning added where useful. That means sessions mix talking, simple exercises and strategies to try between meetings. Motivational interviewing can be used to clarify goals and find ways to keep moving forward.
Deborah recognises how daunting it can be to speak up in new situations. She offers steady, straightforward guidance and helps people build practical habits for everyday life. People who want help with mood shifts, panic attacks or finding a clearer sense of purpose often find the sessions useful.
Sessions are conducted in English and are organised through an online matching and booking process. Before a first appointment people complete a short questionnaire and then schedule a session. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
Approaches used in online sessions
Deborah commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy. CBT looks at thoughts and behaviours that keep anxiety and panic going, and teaches practical skills to try between sessions. Mindfulness Therapy uses simple attention and breathing practices to help manage strong emotions and reduce reactivity.She also works from a client-centred stance, which means sessions focus on what each person finds most important. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Deborah will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and what feels doable in day-to-day life.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and offer shorter check-ins when time is limited. It can also allow sessions without being on camera if that helps someone engage more comfortably.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, depression and coping with life changes, including social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style combines client-centred listening with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness and solution-focused techniques for practical change.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional practice working with the concerns listed above.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds ACA credentials and is based in Australia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside Australia work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are arranged for people in Australia.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.