- Works with individuals
- Couples counselling available
- AASW social worker
About Claudelle
Claudelle Shaw is a counsellor with 15 years' experience who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. She works with individuals and couples aged 13 and over and offers practical support for parenting, grief, family problems and communication breakdowns. Claudelle is an AASW social worker and frames care around each person's real-life needs.
Claudelle uses a person-centred style that makes room for clear goals and everyday tools. She listens first, then works with clients to spot unhelpful thinking and repetitive patterns. Sessions often involve learning new ways to manage difficult emotions, trying simple mindfulness practices and testing small behaviour changes between meetings.
Her approach draws on attachment-based ideas to understand relationships and the Gottman Method for addressing couple dynamics. Cognitive behavioural techniques are used to challenge stuck thinking and build coping skills. Motivational interviewing helps when people feel stuck or unsure about change.
Claudelle also supports people dealing with chronic illness, caregiving stress, body image worries, family-of-origin issues and the aftermath of separation or domestic violence. She encourages feedback and adapts plans as needs shift so therapy stays practical and relevant.
People choosing to work with Claudelle can expect straightforward talk, clear strategies and gentle challenge where needed. She aims to help clients move from feeling overwhelmed to having manageable steps they can try between sessions.
How her approaches fit with online therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape reactions in close partnerships and helps people understand patterns that affect trust and connection. It is useful for relationship strain, abandonment fears and family-of-origin issues. Client-Centred Therapy centres the person's own goals and pace, offering a space to talk things through without pressure while the counsellor reflects and supports choices. This approach helps with low self-esteem, grief and working through difficult feelings. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions, and gives practical exercises to test new thinking and build coping skills for anxiety and depression.Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative task. The counsellor will discuss which methods match the client's goals and preferences and may combine elements from different approaches. Clients help set priorities and Claudelle adjusts tools and pacing as progress or obstacles appear.
Please confirm the current session formats before booking as the profile does not specify them here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, study or caring responsibilities, and they can reduce travel time. Some formats also let people choose shorter check-ins or sessions without video when that suits their day. Discuss practical arrangements and preferred session types during the initial scheduling so sessions fit into everyday life.
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does Claudelle commonly help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression, plus related concerns like grief, communication problems and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Claudelle uses a person-centred approach that prioritises listening and collaboration, then introduces practical tools such as mindfulness and behaviour change techniques.
How long has she worked in this field?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working with individuals and couples.
What credentials and location are listed?
Claudelle is listed as an AASW social worker and practises 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 arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Claudelle?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.