Nalini Sharma, ACA, PACFA

Compassionate Australian therapist for stress and trauma

Stress and anxiety
Addictions and trauma
Relationship support

About Nalini Sharma

Nalini Sharma is an Australian-credentialed therapist with eight years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and challenges with self-esteem. She combines evidence-informed tools with a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate approach, tailoring conversations and intervention plans to each person’s unique circumstances and goals. Nalini works with a broad range of related concerns including attachment issues, body image, communication problems, divorce and separation, family conflicts, impulsivity, mood difficulties, and workplace stress, helping clients explore practical strategies and build greater self-understanding.

She holds ACA and PACFA credentials, reflecting membership in nationally recognised counselling and psychotherapy associations in Australia. Nalini draws on several clinical approaches to shape therapy in ways that fit the individual - adapting methods to suit a client’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all model. Beginning therapy can take courage, and Nalini acknowledges that step while offering steady, client-focused support. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityMood disordersSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Nalini Sharma have?

Nalini Sharma has eight years of professional experience working with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem issues.

Is Nalini Sharma a licensed therapist?

Yes. Nalini holds credentials with ACA and PACFA, which are professional counselling and psychotherapy associations in Australia.

In which languages does Nalini Sharma provide therapy?

Nalini provides therapy in English.

Where is Nalini Sharma located?

Nalini is based in Australia.

How can I work with Nalini Sharma as my therapist?

You can work with Nalini through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Nalini Sharma work with international clients?

Nalini Sharma does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nalini Sharma 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 Support

Nalini frequently draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters to them, learn to accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take practical steps toward meaningful goals - an approach often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core tool she uses; it focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and developing concrete skills to manage mood, anxiety, and impulse-driven problems. Mindfulness-based techniques are woven into her work to help clients build present-moment awareness, reduce reactivity, and improve emotional regulation.

Nalini approaches treatment collaboratively, recognizing that finding the right method is part of the therapeutic journey. She partners with each person to decide which approaches fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts plans as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access a licensed professional from home, work, or during busy schedules. These formats support regular contact and continuity of care while allowing therapists and clients to choose the ways of working that feel most comfortable and effective.

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