- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Body image
About Hanan
Hanan Abubasheer is an ACA counsellor with three years' experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Hanan speaks English and Arabic and has worked in both local and international settings.
Her work mixes counselling, psychology, social work and health promotion. She uses practical conversations to help clients notice patterns and try small, manageable changes. Sessions focus on clear steps people can take between meetings as well as what comes up in discussion.
Hanan has cross-cultural experience from working with diverse communities. That background helps when language, values or background affect how someone talks about their difficulties. She aims to make clinical ideas easy to understand and relevant to everyday life.
Common topics she addresses include body image, communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress and workplace issues. Social anxiety and phobia is also a focus area and may be discussed during sessions when it is relevant to the client's goals.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. People who prefer clear suggestions and step-by-step work may find this style helpful. To begin, clients complete an intake questionnaire and schedule a first session to discuss goals and next steps.
How evidence-based methods are used in online sessions
Hanan draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on understanding what keeps difficulties going and applying practical strategies to change them. One common approach helps people recognise unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and then try new responses; this can be useful for anxiety, panic and social fears. Another approach focuses on building skills for emotion regulation and stress management, which can help with panic attacks, post-traumatic stress reactions and general overwhelm.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist and client review the concerns, goals and what has worked before. They then try methods together and adjust based on what feels most helpful and doable for the client’s life and preferences.
The original profile did not list specific online formats, so confirm the session types offered before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone choose quieter surroundings or avoid being on camera if that helps them engage. The therapist will discuss practical arrangements, session length and how to structure follow-up work when the first appointment is scheduled.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Arabic
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include body image, panic attacks, social anxiety and phobia, and workplace issues.
What is her approach to therapy?
Her work combines counselling, psychology, social work and health promotion. Sessions emphasise practical steps, clear discussion and actions to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working across counselling, psychology, research assistance, social work and health promotion.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed as an ACA counsellor and is based in Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Arabic.
Can people outside Australia work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.