Judy Hu, ACA

Judy Hu is a counsellor credentialed in Australia and New Zealand who has practised professionally since 2018 and holds the ACA credential. She works with adults, young people and children, supporting people affected by trauma, family violence and sexual abuse as well as those experiencing depression, anxiety, stress and panic attacks. Her areas of focus also include relationship and communication difficulties, self-esteem and confidence, emotional regulation, cultural and spiritual concerns, and a range of personality and attachment issues.

Her approach is gentle, caring and non-judgemental, drawing on a broad and eclectic base of training to tailor therapy to each person. She uses Person-Centred methods, solution-focused and strength-based strategies, cognitive behavioural techniques, attachment theory and narrative work, alongside brainspotting, developmental neuroscience and psychoeducation. With children she integrates Play Therapy, Art Therapy and Sand Tray methods to make therapy accessible and age-appropriate.

Her clients note her warmth, acceptance, empathic way of being, cheerful presence and supportive nature. Her Christian faith informs her work implicitly, and she brings openness and curiosity to every session without judgement. She aims to help people uncover insights that can shift long-standing patterns, support healthier coping skills and work towards meaningful goals.

Judy sees the therapeutic journey as collaborative and practical, helping people let go of outdated coping strategies and rediscover self-worth and voice. Interested people can send a message and she will respond as soon as she can.

How Judy's approaches translate to online therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early connections shape current emotional responses. It helps people explore attachment styles, improve trust and safety in relationships, and address fears of abandonment or avoidance.

Client-Centred Therapy emphasises respect, empathy and the client’s own capacity for growth. In this approach the therapist adopts a non-directive stance, listening and reflecting so clients can identify values, build self-worth and set personal goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. It provides practical tools to reframe unhelpful thinking, manage anxiety and depression symptoms, and develop healthier coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Judy works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences, and adapts techniques as therapy progresses in partnership with appropriately qualified or registered professionals and therapists.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to access support around work, family and other commitments. These options increase accessibility for those in different locations or with mobility or time constraints, while allowing the same therapeutic principles and personalised care to continue in a virtual format.