Maliheh Zare , ACA

Maliheh Zare holds a Master’s degree in Counseling, a graduate-level qualification in therapeutic practice, and is a Level 3 registered member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). With 18 years of professional experience, she supports people working through stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflicts, and challenges with anger management.

Her approach is flexible and tailored to each person’s needs. She draws on evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to build psychological flexibility and reduce struggle with difficult emotions, mindfulness practices to increase present-moment awareness, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to strengthen emotional bonds in partnerships, and the Gottman Method to improve relationship stability and communication. These tools are combined into a personalized treatment plan rather than a one-size-fits-all program.

Maliheh delivers care with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, working collaboratively with each person to set goals and track progress. She emphasizes practical skills and emotional understanding so clients can take steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life, with support available at each stage of the journey.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that align with those values. It is useful for anxiety, avoidance, and when worry or self-judgment gets in the way of living fully.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to emotional distress, then developing practical strategies to change those patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, low mood, and stress-related difficulties.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on the emotional bonds between partners, helping to identify and shift negative interaction cycles and strengthen connection. It is particularly helpful for relationship strain and attachment concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy itself. Maliheh works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow people to engage in therapy from home or wherever they feel most comfortable, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and maintain continuity of care when daily life changes.