Gregory Egan, AASW

Gregory Egan is an AASW social worker and counsellor practising in Australia who brings extensive experience across government, non-profit, private and teaching settings. He has supported people facing stress, anxiety, depression, motivation and self-esteem difficulties, as well as challenges related to relationships, career and workplace matters. His work has also covered trauma, addiction, grief, parenting and a wide range of family and interpersonal concerns.

Gregory works from a strengths-based, holistic perspective, treating each person as the expert in their own story and building on existing resources to improve quality of life. He adapts techniques to suit individual needs and collaborates with clients to set realistic goals and practical steps forward. Gregory describes himself as a reflective practitioner who continues to learn professionally and welcomes feedback so he can refine how he supports people.

He offers counselling by telephone and video, drawing on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centred methods and cognitive behavioural techniques to help clients manage symptoms, increase coping skills and tackle life transitions. Gregory holds the AASW credential, denoting membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Therapeutic approaches for online counselling and support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and to take actions that align with their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression and life transitions where unhelpful patterns hold someone back. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where the client leads the conversation; the therapist provides empathy and unconditional positive regard to support self-directed change and build confidence. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and gently challenge unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, and to develop practical skills for managing symptoms such as anxiety, low mood and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gregory works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and may combine elements from different approaches to tailor sessions. This collaborative process helps clients feel involved in decisions about their care.

Online therapy offers flexibility and access to support from home or work, with options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to schedule regular sessions, maintain continuity during life changes, and access appropriately qualified or registered professionals and therapists regardless of location.