Shirin Rad
Support for anxiety, relationships, and life transitions
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About
Shirin Rad is a registered counsellor in Australia and a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), supporting people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, including migrants and Farsi-speaking clients.
With 10 years of experience, she works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and concerns related to concentration and memory. She has a particular interest in helping people manage the challenges that can come with migration, such as adjustment stress, isolation, and the demands of navigating cultural transition.
Her work is client-centred and strengths-based, grounded in the belief that each person is the expert in their own life and already holds important inner resources for change. Shirin offers a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore experiences, clarify goals, and move forward in a way that fits the client’s values and needs.
With 10 years of experience, she works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and concerns related to concentration and memory. She has a particular interest in helping people manage the challenges that can come with migration, such as adjustment stress, isolation, and the demands of navigating cultural transition.
Her work is client-centred and strengths-based, grounded in the belief that each person is the expert in their own life and already holds important inner resources for change. Shirin offers a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore experiences, clarify goals, and move forward in a way that fits the client’s values and needs.
- Location:
- Australia, Australia
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English, Persian
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Depression, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Cancer, Divorce and separation, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Mood disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Traumatic brain injury
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: ACA, APS
- NPI Number:
- License: ACA, APS
Evidence-based approaches, made accessible online
Shirin Rad draws on practical, skills-focused methods that can translate well to online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting pulled into them, while also taking steps toward what matters most. It is often used to support concerns like stress, anxiety, and life transitions by strengthening psychological flexibility.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, then testing new ways of responding. Many people use CBT to build coping strategies for anxiety, low mood, and relationship stress, especially when they want clear tools they can practice between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Shirin works collaboratively, adapting the pace and focus to the client’s goals, preferences, and current challenges, whether the work centers on managing symptoms, improving daily functioning, or navigating change such as cultural transition.
Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to fit support into busy schedules, keep momentum between sessions, and access therapy from wherever is most convenient.
How much experience does Shirin Rad have?
Shirin Rad has 10 years of experience supporting clients through a range of concerns.
Is Shirin Rad a licensed therapist?
Shirin Rad holds the credentials ACA and APS. Specific license details are not provided.
In which languages does Shirin Rad provide therapy?
Shirin Rad provides therapy in English and Persian.
Where is Shirin Rad located?
Shirin Rad is based in Australia.
How can I work with Shirin Rad as my therapist?
You can work with Shirin Rad through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shirin Rad work with international clients?
No. Shirin Rad does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shirin Rad 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 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 quick and straightforward. 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.