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Bernadette Welham, AASW

Australian AASW social worker
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Family and parenting
  • Trauma and abuse

About Bernadette Welham

Bernadette Welham is a credentialed Australian practitioner with five years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma, abuse, parenting challenges, and depression.

She works from the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and that personal strengths are central to navigating hard times. Bernadette collaborates with clients to identify those strengths, set achievable goals, and build practical strategies that reduce distress and promote clearer direction.

Recognizing that reaching out for help often takes courage, she affirms clients for taking the first step toward support. Bernadette holds the AASW credential - membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers - which reflects her professional standing within Australia.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Bernadette Welham have?

Bernadette Welham has five years of professional experience.

Is Bernadette Welham a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the AASW credential, which denotes membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers. No additional license details were provided.

In which languages does Bernadette Welham provide therapy?

Bernadette Welham provides therapy in English.

Where is Bernadette Welham located?

Bernadette Welham is located in Australia.

How can I work with Bernadette Welham as my therapist?

Clients can work with Bernadette Welham through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Bernadette Welham work with international clients?

Bernadette Welham does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Bernadette Welham cost?

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

How can I get started with therapy?

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

Could Virtual Sessions Be the Right Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the format that suits them best - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.

Each therapist is a licensed professional, and clients may switch providers at any time if they would like a different fit.

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