- Addictions and eating issues
- Client-centred and CBT approaches
- Speaks English and Afrikaans
About Guillaume
Guillaume Walters-du Plooy brings more than 15 years of mental health counselling experience to his practice. He works in Australia and speaks English and Afrikaans. His background includes work across hospital, outpatient and community settings, and he helps people cope with trauma, mood and anxiety problems and life changes.
Guillaume's PhD looked at complex and treatment-resistant eating disorders. He keeps a strong interest in supporting people with eating and food-related issues and related struggles such as body image and co-morbidity. He also works with addictions, depression and people seeking coaching for life changes.
His sessions emphasise collaboration. He uses techniques and principles that have solid research support while adapting them to each person's needs. Expect straightforward conversation about what is and isn't helping, and practical next steps you can try between sessions.
Guillaume draws on client-centred approaches to create a non-judgemental space where people can speak openly. He also uses cognitive behavioural ideas to identify unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. Existential themes are used when questions about meaning, purpose and responsibility come up.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by eating problems, addiction, depression, or relationship strain, Guillaume helps you sort through the practical and emotional parts. To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire before scheduling according to availability.
Approaches that translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening with empathy and supporting your goals. It helps when you need a respectful space to talk and make sense of tough experiences. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns; this can be useful for anxiety, depression, eating concerns and addictions. Existential Therapy explores meaning, choice and responsibility and is helpful when questions about purpose or identity are prominent.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Guillaume works collaboratively to test what fits your needs and preferences. He will discuss goals and try different techniques so you and he can decide together which methods help most.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to keep continuity during life changes. Speak with Guillaume about which delivery options suit your routine and comfort, and he will help plan sessions that fit into your everyday life.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Guillaume work with?
He supports people with addictions, eating and food-related issues, trauma and abuse, depression, and coaching for life transitions. Additional focus areas include body image, codependency, first responder issues, fatherhood questions and communication problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He takes a collaborative, down-to-earth approach that blends client-centred listening with practical techniques. Sessions aim to identify unhelpful patterns and produce manageable steps between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has more than 15 years' experience in hospital, outpatient and community mental health settings. His background includes work with adolescents and adults across the age spectrum.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is registered with AHPRA and practices in Australia. No street addresses or contact details are provided here.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Afrikaans. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.