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Sally Henderson

Therapist or counsellor · Australia

Sally Henderson

ACA, PACFA

Practical counsellor for stress and grief

  • 15 years' experience
  • Based in Australia
  • Sessions online
  • Speaks English
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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • Values-based change

About Sally

Sally Henderson offers a calm, direct approach for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, addiction or relationship strain. She welcomes straightforward conversations and practical steps. Sally helps clients find steadier footing and more choice in how they respond to hard feelings.

She uses clear, everyday language in sessions and focuses on what matters to each person. Sessions aim to make difficult feelings easier to sit with, reduce unhelpful habits, and improve communication with others. Sally draws on techniques that help people notice what matters and take small steps towards those values.

Sally has 15 years of professional experience and lists ACA and PACFA among her credentials. She has worked with people facing trauma, domestic and family violence, sexual assault, addiction, and complicated grief reactions. Her background includes support for issues such as attachment concerns, adoption and foster care questions, and family of origin difficulties.

Her approach blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with cognitive tools and attachment-informed listening. She also uses client-centred and existential ideas to keep sessions focused on each person’s values and choices. Sally aims to be practical and compassionate while avoiding jargon.

People who choose Sally often want help managing panic, reducing substance or gambling harms, rebuilding confidence, or finding a clearer path after loss or relationship change. She encourages honest dialogue and works with clients to set realistic, achievable goals for change.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

ACA · Australia, PACFA · Australia

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Sally commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy in her work. ACT teaches ways to notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and helps people identify values to guide small, steady actions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns from early relationships and how they shape current trust, closeness and conflict, which can help with relationship strain and caregiving stress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sally will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and tailor the mix of techniques accordingly. Clients are involved in choosing what feels useful and practical for their daily life.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people try different formats to suit their energy and routine. Discuss with the counsellor which arrangements best match your goals and schedule.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can I bring to sessions?

Sally works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. She also addresses related issues such as caregiver stress, body image, and family of origin problems.

How would you describe the therapy style?

The style is practical and person-focused. Sessions combine acceptance and commitment ideas with cognitive strategies and attachment-focused listening to help with day-to-day coping and long-term change.

What experience does this counsellor have?

Sally has 15 years of professional work experience supporting people with addiction, PTSD and complex trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

The profile lists ACA and PACFA as credentials and locates practice in Australia.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with this counsellor from overseas?

International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are available only within Australia.

How are costs and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What do I need to do to start therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

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