Bradd Pullella, ACA

Bradd Pullella is an Australian counsellor credentialed with ACA (Australian Counselling Association) and brings 11 years of professional experience to his practice. He is self-motivated and ambitious, focused on supporting people to achieve meaningful change and meet their goals through practical and empathetic work.

He has experience engaging with clients across a wide range of demographics, and he regularly supports people with LGBTIQA+ related concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and self-esteem challenges. Additional areas of focus include abandonment and attachment issues, men's issues, non-monogamous relationships and sexuality. Bradd works collaboratively to understand each person's circumstances and priorities, tailoring sessions to the needs of the individual.

In sessions he aims to create an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. He recognises that starting therapy can be confronting and takes a respectful, encouraging approach to help clients take those first steps and continue working toward lasting progress.

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate to online therapy

Bradd uses client-centred therapy to create a supportive, non-directive environment where the client leads the conversation and the counsellor reflects and responds to help clarify goals and values. This approach is useful for building self-awareness, strengthening relationships, and working through emotional concerns.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is employed to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns of behaviour and to develop practical strategies for change. CBT can help with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem and coping after trauma by focusing on skills and exercises that can be practised between sessions.

Emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) helps people understand and change patterns in close relationships by exploring emotions and attachment needs. EFT is often helpful for couples and individuals working on connection, attachment issues and relational healing.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Bradd works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. He will discuss different options and adapt methods over time to ensure the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to access support from different locations. These formats support continuity of care and allow clients and appropriately qualified or registered professionals to work together in ways that suit the client’s routine and comfort.