Dr. Marijeta Kurtin Valjin

Dr. Marijeta Kurtin Valjin is a psychologist with 13 years' experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, grief and parenting strain. She works with adults who are managing relationship difficulties, chronic illness, disability and life transitions. Her background includes work in public and private mental health settings and a PhD and Masters in Psychology from the University of Adelaide.

Marijeta uses a person-centred, non-judgemental style that focuses on strengths. Sessions are practical and grounded. She draws on evidence-based therapies alongside mindfulness to build coping skills and improve day-to-day wellbeing.

Her approach blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and cognitive behavioural tools with client-centred listening. She helps people notice what matters most to them and take small steps toward those values. Mindfulness practices are used to calm intense feelings and improve focus.

She has experience supporting people affected by chronic pain, long-term illness, disability and intellectual disability, and also helps with issues like isolation, caregiver stress and blended family concerns. Academic research and time in clinical settings inform a thoughtful, measured way of working.

Marijeta aims to create a welcoming space where people feel heard and understood. She works collaboratively to set goals and tailor strategies that fit each person’s life and preferences.

Therapeutic approaches for online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small actions toward those values. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and life changes where motivation or direction feels unclear. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, offering clear strategies for managing anxiety, depression and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match their needs, goals and day-to-day routines. Sessions can adapt over time as concerns change and new skills are needed.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to maintain continuity during life transitions and to check in more often when needed. This profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking to ensure they suit your situation and preferences.