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Itay Lahav

PACFA

Itay Lahav , PACFA

Therapist in Australia

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About Itay

Itay Lahav is a senior clinical practitioner and psychodynamic psychotherapist based in Australia, credentialed with PACFA and bringing 22 years of professional experience to her work. She completed advanced clinical training and practices with a focus on trauma, attachment and personal-integrative approaches that attend to the body-mind connection.

Itay is comfortable supporting people through a wide range of mental health difficulties, including personality disorders, and regularly works with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, sleep disturbances and depression. Her practice also addresses related areas such as abandonment, attachment issues, dissociation and the psychological impact of chronic illness and pain.

She offers both short-term, focused interventions and longer-term, in-depth psychotherapy, tailoring the pace and depth of work to each person’s needs. Itay supports clients who want to explore development, meaning and personal growth, and places a high priority on the effectiveness and safety of the therapeutic relationship. PACFA denotes a professional credential for counselling and psychotherapy in Australia, which reflects her recognised standing within the profession.

Attachment, Psychodynamic, and Trauma-Informed Online Care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of relating and emotional responses. It helps people explore attachment needs, improve relationship dynamics and build more secure ways of connecting with others. Psychodynamic Therapy examines recurring themes, emotional patterns and unconscious processes that influence behavior and choice. It can support deeper understanding of personal history, meaning and long-standing difficulties that affect current life. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on addressing the effects of traumatic experiences, helping individuals process distressing memories, reduce intrusive symptoms and develop coping strategies to manage the impact of trauma.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Itay works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on individual needs, goals and preferences. She tailors the mix and pace of approaches so that therapy feels supportive and aligned with what the client wants to achieve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These methods make it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend sessions from home or other convenient locations, and choose the communication style that suits each stage of work with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Itay Lahav have?

Itay Lahav has 22 years of professional experience.

Is Itay Lahav a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds PACFA, a professional credential for counselling and psychotherapy in Australia.

In which languages does Itay Lahav provide therapy?

Itay provides therapy in English.

Where is Itay Lahav located?

Itay is located in Australia.

How can I work with Itay Lahav as my therapist?

You can work with Itay through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Itay Lahav work with international clients?

Itay does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Itay Lahav cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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