Anastasia Auld
Online & In person
Relationship counselling for individuals and couples stuck in painful patterns
PACFA
Certified Practising
Monash University
Master of Counselling
Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors
Diploma of Counselling
Institute of Psychotherapy and Clinical Psychology
Transactional Analysis
Family Therapy
Moscow Institute of Psychoanalysis
Applied Perinatal Psychology
About AA Therapy
I’m Anastasia Auld, a PACFA-registered counsellor and the founder of AA Therapy, offering relationship-focused counselling for individuals and couples in Melbourne and online.
I support individuals struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, as well as couples who feel stuck in repeated conflict, emotional disconnection, or on the brink of separation. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, uncertain how things became so painful, and unsure what steps to take next.
I use evidence-based approaches including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Transactional Analysis, integrating emotional depth with practical, real-world change. Therapy with me is structured, compassionate, and focused on helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
How does it work?
My work focuses on understanding relationship patterns: how emotional experiences, stress, and past relationships shape the way we relate to ourselves and others. Whether you attend therapy individually or as a couple, we work to identify what keeps you stuck and develop healthier, more secure ways of responding.
If you’re feeling caught in the same arguments, questioning your relationship, or struggling with anxiety and self-doubt, therapy can provide a space to slow things down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and begin changing patterns that no longer serve you.
Types of consultations
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Life crises, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image difficulties, anger management, workplace stress & management, grief and loss
Feeling incredibly lost? Overwhelmed and confused?
COUPLE COUNSELLING
Relationship issues, marriage counselling, relationship distress (affairs & betrayal), family separation/divorce, conflict resolution
Emotional pain? Relationship conflict? Lack of meaning?
PERINATAL
SUPPORT
Prenatal & postnatal anxiety, bonding & attachment, perinatal loss, postnatal depression
Do you lack hope? Feeling stressed, anxious, unhappy or finding it difficult to cope?
How it works
I will listen actively, ask questions and use integrative therapy is an individualised, holistic approach to therapy that combines ideas and techniques from different therapeutic schools:
- Transactional Analysis,
- Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT),
- Gestalt Therapy,
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT),
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Together, you and I will explore your concerns, set goals and work towards solutions.
Relationship issues
Perinatal support
Infertility problems and pregnancy losses
“People can only meet you, as deeply as they’ve met themselves“
Matt Kahn
FAQ
Individual therapy is 50 mins long, Couple Cousnelling 55 mins long
- $130 for an individual session
- $180 for Couple Counselling for ongoing clients
- $245 for Initial Couples Session (75 minutes)
Online Couples and Individuals are charged the same fee as face-to-face clients.
All face-to-face sessions are held at my office 566 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne 3004.
Alternatively you can book an online session via Telehealth Platform/Zoom.
Currently Medicare does not provide rebates for all counsellors.
No, currently private health funds rebates are not available.
No, you don’t need a referral to book your session.
AA Therapy relies on mutual respect of the therapist and the client. When you book an appointment, that time is reserved especially for you. I understand that life happens and if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, give me as much notice as possible. You can do it through the AA Therapy Booking Portal
Cancellations made with less than 36 hours of notice will be charged a cancellation fee of 50% of the appointment cost.
No-shows or cancellations made with less than 24 hours of notice will be charged a cancellation fee of 100% of the appointment cost.
