AASW
Portia Freeman, AASW
Compassionate trauma-informed counsellor
Portia is an Australian therapist with credentials including AASW.
- 8+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
- Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Portia
Her clinical focus includes trauma, anxiety, depression and neurodivergence, including work with people on the autism spectrum and those with ADHD. Portia emphasises a safe, supportive environment that encourages growth and healing while working at a pace that suits each client.
Portia draws on a range of approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, the Cool Kids Program for childhood anxiety, and Theraplay for attachment-focused work. This variety allows her to integrate techniques that fit the presenting issue and the client’s preferences.
Her practice is strengths-based and client-centred, with a collaborative style that supports resilience, self-understanding and positive change. Portia holds AASW, the professional credential associated with social work practice in Australia, and she brings eight years of clinical experience to her work.
Areas of expertise
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
AASW
Languages
English
Focus areas
Approaches
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Therapeutic approaches and online practice
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports people to clarify what matters most to them and to take steps toward those values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, offering practical skills for managing symptoms of depression and anxiety. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focussed method that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy, and Portia works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. She partners with appropriately qualified or registered professionals when that is the best path, and adapts techniques to the person in front of her rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit counselling into busy lives, to access support from different locations, and to choose the format that feels most comfortable. These options can make it simpler to maintain continuity of care and to take part in therapy in a way that suits each client’s schedule and communication style.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Portia Freeman have?
Portia Freeman has 8 years of experience.
What professional credentials does Portia Freeman hold?
The directory lists these credentials exactly as supplied: AASW
In which languages does Portia Freeman provide therapy?
English
Where is Portia Freeman located?
Australia
How can I work with Portia Freeman as my therapist?
You can work with Portia Freeman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Portia Freeman work with international clients?
Portia Freeman does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Portia Freeman 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.