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PACFA

Berni Palings, PACFA

Therapist in Australia

Berni is an Australian therapist with credentials including PACFA.

  • 11+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Relationship issues, Grief
● Accepting new clients
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About Berni

Berni Palings is a compassionate and non-judgmental counsellor who brings 11 years of professional experience to her work with individuals facing relationship difficulties, grief and loss, trauma, motivation and self-esteem challenges. Grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques, she supports clients through issues including anxiety, depression, addictions, career concerns and coping with life changes, as well as matters related to LGBT identity, anger and productivity.

Berni views each person as the expert of their own story and works from a strengths-based perspective to help people uncover the answers they already carry. Her approach honours the courage it takes to reach out for change, and she aims to walk alongside clients with empathy and practical support. She is credentialed with PACFA - the national federation for counselling and psychotherapy professionals - and offers therapy in English and Dutch from her practice in Australia.

Clients seeking help with grief, relationship repair, trauma recovery, self-love or workplace stress will find a practitioner focused on collaboration, empowerment and steady progress. Berni emphasises respectful listening, clear goals and tailored strategies to help people move toward a more fulfilling and resilient life.

Areas of expertise

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

PACFA

Languages

English, Dutch

Focus areas

Relationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesStress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBT
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Trauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Berni uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional healing. One approach she draws on helps people recognise and adjust unhelpful thinking patterns and build new coping skills - useful for anxiety, stress, low mood and workplace challenges. Another approach is trauma-informed care that supports people to process painful experiences at a pace that feels manageable, which is helpful for grief, abuse and long-standing trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Berni works collaboratively with each client to explore what feels most helpful based on their needs, goals and preferences, and may adapt methods as progress is made. This collaborative process helps tailor sessions to what will be most effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Berni is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into a busy life or to access help from different locations within Australia. These options offer flexibility in scheduling and allow people to choose the communication style that best suits their comfort and circumstances while working with appropriately qualified or registered professionals and therapists.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Berni Palings have?

Berni Palings has 11 years of professional experience.

What professional credentials does Berni Palings hold?

The directory lists these credentials exactly as supplied: PACFA. Credential details: .

In which languages does Berni Palings provide therapy?

Berni Palings provides therapy in English and Dutch.

Where is Berni Palings located?

Berni Palings is located in Australia.

How can I work with Berni Palings as my therapist?

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

Does Berni Palings work with international clients?

Berni Palings does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Berni Palings 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 cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

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