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Ali El-assad, PACFA

Experienced PACFA therapist supporting life challenges
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma informed care
  • Parenting and self esteem

About Ali El-assad

Ali El-assad is a PACFA credentialed therapist practicing in Australia with 6 years of professional experience. He supports people dealing with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting difficulties, and challenges around motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. PACFA refers to the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

He works from the premise that each person is the expert of their own story and that personal strengths can be important resources in addressing life’s difficulties. His approach centers on identifying those strengths, building practical coping strategies, and helping clients move toward the changes they want to make.

Recognizing that starting therapy takes courage, he affirms the decision to begin and aims to create a supportive pace for progress. Ali encourages clients to take the first step and offers steady guidance while they work through whatever challenges brought them to therapy.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Antisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCommunication problemsDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ali El-assad have?

He has 6 years of professional experience.

Is Ali El-assad a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds PACFA credentials. PACFA is the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia.

In which languages does Ali El-assad provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English and Arabic.

Where is Ali El-assad located?

He is located in Australia.

How can I work with Ali El-assad as my therapist?

Clients can work with Ali El-assad through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ali El-assad work with international clients?

He does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ali El-assad cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with their therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Sessions Work for You?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, research indicates that online therapy can be helpful and is a viable way to receive support.

One of the clearest advantages is flexibility. Clients can connect in the format that fits their routine and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to access consistent care without major disruptions to daily life.

Licensed professionals deliver online therapy, and clients can change therapists if they would prefer a different fit. For many people, remote sessions offer a practical, effective option for working through challenges and building coping skills with the guidance of a trained therapist.

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