May Ann Dulnuan, ACA
Person-centred counsellor for trauma and growth
- 5 years clinical experience
- Person-centred and trauma-informed
- Master of Counselling
About May Ann Dulnuan
May Ann Dulnuan is a registered counsellor who brings five years of focused experience helping adults navigate difficult life moments and strengthen their wellbeing. She works from a person-centred, trauma-informed stance that prioritizes empathy, respect, and collaboration while tailoring therapy to each person’s needs.
Her clinical background includes supporting people affected by substance use and complex trauma, and she adapts evidence-based methods to suit individual goals. She integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) alongside Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship concerns, and major life transitions.
May Ann completed formal counselling training with a Master of Counselling and continues to engage in ongoing professional development and supervision to refine her practice. She is committed to empowering clients to build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and pursue meaningful change at a pace that feels right for them.
Her clinical background includes supporting people affected by substance use and complex trauma, and she adapts evidence-based methods to suit individual goals. She integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) alongside Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship concerns, and major life transitions.
May Ann completed formal counselling training with a Master of Counselling and continues to engage in ongoing professional development and supervision to refine her practice. She is committed to empowering clients to build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and pursue meaningful change at a pace that feels right for them.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does May Ann Dulnuan have?
May Ann Dulnuan has five years of professional counselling experience working with adults.
Is May Ann Dulnuan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the ACA credential.
In which languages does May Ann Dulnuan provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is May Ann Dulnuan located?
She is located in Australia.
How can I work with May Ann Dulnuan as my therapist?
You can work with May Ann Dulnuan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does May Ann Dulnuan work with international clients?
No. She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with May Ann Dulnuan 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions with May Ann Dulnuan
May Ann uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to guide her work. ACT helps people clarify what matters to them and develop practical steps to live in line with those values while learning skills to manage difficult thoughts and feelings. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and a nonjudgemental stance so clients can explore concerns at their own pace and build self-directed growth. CBT focuses on identifying and gently shifting unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and many everyday challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and May Ann collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy stays relevant and practical.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without needing to travel, helping clients maintain momentum and apply skills between sessions.