Natalja Nabinger de Diaz, AHPRA

Natalja Nabinger de Diaz is a clinical psychologist registered with AHPRA in Australia who brings nine years of experience working across private, university, hospital and school community settings. She now focuses on supporting young people aged 16 and over as well as adults of all ages, helping them navigate anxiety, burnout, neurodivergence such as ADHD and ASD, complex stress and trauma, grief, depression and relationship difficulties. She offers psychotherapy and diagnostic assessments via telehealth, and conducts cognitive assessments in person only.

Her practice is person-centred, collaborative, attachment-based and neurodiversity-affirming, grounded in evidence-based therapeutic methods. She draws on a range of approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), intensive short-term dynamic psychotherapy (ISTDP), DBT-skills training, motivational interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy and elements of Gottman couple's work adapted for individual clients, using attachment principles to deepen understanding of relational patterns and emotional needs.

Therapy with Natalja is calm, compassionate and collaborative. Sessions focus on identifying what drives behavioural and emotional patterns, connecting with and processing unresolved emotions, strengthening emotional regulation and creating meaningful, sustainable change tailored to each person's needs. She aims to make the first step towards support clear and manageable, and to customise the therapeutic process to each client's goals and circumstances.

Evidence-based approaches for online therapy

CBT, or cognitive behavioural therapy, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression and stress-related difficulties and gives practical strategies for coping and problem solving.

DBT-skills training focuses on building emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills support people who struggle with intense emotions, relationship conflicts or difficulties managing stress.

Attachment-informed work helps explore how early relationships shape current patterns of relating and emotional needs. It can deepen self-understanding and improve how people connect with others in close relationships.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Natalja works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. Appropriately qualified or registered professionals adapt these techniques to the online setting and discuss treatment choices with each client so the plan suits their circumstances.

Online therapy by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people balancing work, study or family commitments. It makes it easier to access therapy from different locations and can support regular contact and continuity of care. Therapists aim to make sessions practical, accessible and responsive to individual lifestyles and preferences.