About Stefanie
Stefanie Lui Ten is a counsellor registered in Australia with 11 years of clinical experience. She focuses on practical, down-to-earth support for people dealing with stress, anxiety and big life changes. She also helps with parenting strains, family conflict and building self-esteem.
Stefanie speaks English and Cantonese and offers sessions using a range of online formats. Stefanie believes each person knows their own story. She works alongside clients to identify strengths and small steps that fit daily life.
How Stefanie works
Conversations are straightforward and goal-focused, with time spent on useful coping strategies and clearer decision-making. Her practice often addresses attachment concerns, communication problems and caregiver stress. Stefanie also supports people facing separation, grief, guilt or isolation, and those struggling with panic or social anxiety.
She aims to help people feel steadier and more confident in everyday situations. Stefanie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to what the client needs. Sessions may include practical exercises, guided reflection and habit-based tools to improve coping and relationships.
She keeps sessions calm, paced and easy to follow. To begin, Stefanie encourages a simple first step: complete the short questionnaire and book the first session. She aims to make early sessions feel manageable, with clear next steps so people can see progress between meetings.
What Stefanie works with
The areas below are the ones Stefanie selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
Also listed
Training and background
| Register | PACFA |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 11 |
| Languages | English, Cantonese |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Australia |
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Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy
Stefanie draws on clear, evidence-based techniques to help people manage symptoms and make practical changes. One common approach focuses on teaching coping skills and breathing or grounding exercises to reduce panic and anxiety symptoms; these tools are practised in session and then used between meetings. Another approach emphasises improving communication and attachment patterns by identifying relational habits and trying new ways of relating; this helps with family conflict, parenting strain and feelings of isolation.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Stefanie will talk with each person about their goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan as needed. The process is collaborative so clients can see what helps and steer the focus toward what matters most to them.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat can suit quick check-ins, and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options provide flexibility for people juggling work, family and other commitments.
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A practical next step
Write down two things you would want to be different in six months. That is the most useful thing to bring to a first session, whoever it is with. If you would rather start now than keep reading, online sessions are the quickest route.
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