- Trauma-informed approach
- Evidence-informed methods
- Sleep and rest focus
About Anne
Anne Berbece is a PACFA counsellor who focuses on practical, down-to-earth support. She aims to build a respectful relationship where people feel heard and understood. Anne describes herself as caring, empathic and conscientious, and she brings those qualities into each session.
She trained at Master’s level and has eight years of professional experience working in mental health. That background has given her experience with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and sleep difficulties. She uses that experience to help people make sense of what they are facing and to plan clear next steps.
Anne works from trauma-informed and holistic perspectives. She pays attention to how thoughts, feelings and physical responses connect. In sessions she often helps people notice patterns, try small changes and test what works in daily life. Her style is patient, curious and flexible rather than prescriptive.
Her approach draws on several recognised therapies to suit different problems. She may use acceptance and commitment ideas to clarify values, cognitive behavioural strategies to shift unhelpful thinking, or attachment-based ideas to improve relationships with self and others. The goal is to find practical tools that fit each person’s life.
Anne encourages people to see asking for help as a step of strength. She supports clients to set achievable goals, pace change and discover healthier ways to manage stress, sleep problems and life transitions.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and practising alternatives that reduce distress and improve sleep and daily routines. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current feelings and connections and supports changes in relational patterns and self-care.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk through options and decide collaboratively which methods best match the person’s goals, needs and preferences. That decision can be reviewed and adjusted as therapy progresses.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example they can use shorter check-ins between commitments, avoid travel time or choose a quieter time that suits their routine. Online work also supports practising techniques, tracking sleep patterns and applying strategies directly to everyday situations without having to wait for an in-person appointment. Appropriately qualified therapists can offer these practical benefits while helping clients build consistent routines and coping strategies.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Anne commonly help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and sleep difficulties, as well as addiction, trauma, self-esteem and grief among other issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is caring and practical, working collaboratively to notice patterns and try small changes in daily life.
How much experience does she have?
Anne has eight years of professional experience working in mental health following her Master’s level training.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is credentialed with PACFA and practices in Australia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Anne?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to her availability.