Freya Browne , ACA

Freya Browne is an experienced Australian counsellor with 21 years of practice and an ACA credential, signifying affiliation with the Australian Counselling Association. She offers a warm, compassionate, and curious presence, focused on helping people identify practical steps toward clearer goals and improved well-being.

Freya has supported clients facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family conflict, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, motivation challenges and parenting concerns. Her background includes work in domestic violence and sexual assault services as well as experience in couples therapy, giving her a broad foundation for addressing both individual and relational issues.

Firmly rooted in a person-centered approach, Freya treats each client as the expert of their own story and helps uncover strengths that can be used to overcome current challenges. She encourages independence and steady, achievable growth so clients can build resilience and confidence over time. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life requires courage, and Freya provides ongoing, empathetic support throughout that process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Freya Browne integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to address emotional and relationship concerns. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening and collaboration, helping clients explore their values and build self-directed solutions that support personal growth. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing practical skills to manage anxiety, low mood and stress-related difficulties.

Freya also draws on emotionally-focused therapy techniques when working with couples, helping partners understand and reshape emotional responses to improve connection and communication. She works collaboratively with each person to determine which approach or combination of approaches fits their needs, goals and preferences, adapting the plan as therapy progresses.

Online therapy with Freya is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, giving clients flexibility to choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without disrupting daily routines, while still allowing for meaningful therapeutic work and progress.