Berni Palings , PACFA

Berni Palings is a compassionate, non-judgmental and open-minded counsellor practising in Australia who brings 11 years of professional experience to her work. She is accredited with PACFA - the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - which reflects her commitment to recognized professional standards. Berni has supported people through relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, motivation and self-esteem struggles, career difficulties and productivity concerns. She approaches each person as the expert of their own story, helping them identify and use their existing strengths to overcome obstacles and move toward meaningful change.

Berni believes that many answers already live within each individual and that therapy is a collaborative process of uncovering those solutions. She recognises the courage required to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and aims to empower clients as they take steps toward change. Berni welcomes people who are navigating life transitions, emotional pain or practical challenges and offers steady, empathic guidance tailored to each person s needs and goals.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Support

Berni draws on evidence-based cognitive and behavioral techniques that focus on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and building practical skills to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. These approaches are useful for issues such as anxiety, stress, low mood and productivity challenges.

She also integrates trauma-informed and strengths-based methods that acknowledge the impact of past experiences while highlighting personal resources and resilience. These techniques support recovery from grief, trauma, addiction and relationship difficulties by combining emotional processing with practical coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Berni works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best with their needs, goals and preferences. She and the client explore options together and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Berni is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. This range of options makes it easier for people to access consistent support, maintain continuity of care during life changes and choose the format that feels most comfortable for them.