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Natalija Stefanovic

Therapist

Natalija Stefanovic

PACFA

Australia · 4+ years of experience

Support for stress and relationships

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Step 1

  • Practical steps
  • Respectful care
  • Goal focused

About Natalija

Natalija Stefanovic is a PACFA counsellor with four years of practice in Australia. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship concerns. She also supports those facing career uncertainty, changes in life, addictions, sleeping problems and low mood. Natalija aims to treat everyone with respect and sensitivity.

Her approach is practical and tailored to each person. Sessions focus on clear, manageable steps and understanding what feels most helpful. Conversations are guided by the client’s goals, whether that means building confidence, managing strong emotions, or improving communication. She pays attention to how life events, health concerns and identity can affect wellbeing.

Natalija has a particular interest in supporting people affected by trauma and abuse, and those handling family and origin issues. She also works with people navigating autism and Asperger syndrome, body image concerns, chronic illness and complex co-morbidity. These areas are approached with careful listening and gradual goal-setting.

People can expect a compassionate, down-to-earth tone in sessions. The therapist uses evidence-based methods and adapts language and pace to each person. She aims to make therapy feel useful from the first meetings.

Taking the first step can feel daunting. Natalija offers help that focuses on practical change, clearer decision-making, and improved everyday coping. She supports people through each step of finding what works for them.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersAnger managementDepression

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Australia

Languages

English

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Therapeutic approaches and online care

Evidence-based techniques are used in straightforward ways. One common approach focuses on building practical skills to manage anxiety and stress, such as breaking problems into smaller steps and practising simple coping actions. This approach helps people regain a sense of control and calm during daily life.

Another frequent focus is improving communication and relationship skills through role practice and clearer expression of needs. These methods aim to reduce misunderstandings and increase confidence in social interactions. A trauma-informed stance is also applied when relevant, prioritising safety and pacing when working with difficult memories or strong emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist works with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. Decisions about technique are collaborative, with adjustments made as progress and feedback guide the work.

Confirm the available session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to schedule sessions around work, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when life is busy. It also lets people continue regular support even when circumstances change, while the therapist helps fit sessions into everyday routines.

Step 4

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Natalija help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem concerns, plus career and life-change challenges and addictions.

What is her style in sessions?

Her style is practical and compassionate, focusing on clear steps and adapting conversations to each person’s needs and goals.

How much experience does she have?

Natalija has four years of professional work experience in Australia.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is credentialed with PACFA and is based in Australia.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside Australia work with her?

She is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are session costs handled?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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