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Sufya Nahid, PACFA

WA counsellor specialising in stress and relationships

Sufya is an Australian therapist with credentials including PACFA.

  • 18+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions
● Accepting new clients
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About Sufya

Sufya Nahid is a counsellor based in Western Australia with 18 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges and family conflict. She has also worked extensively with depression and related concerns such as attachment difficulties, communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, impulsivity, questions about life purpose, post-traumatic stress and building self-love. Sufya draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients develop practical skills and clearer insight while working toward their goals.

Known for creating an open, nonjudgemental space, she encourages clients to share thoughts and feelings honestly and at their own pace. Sufya holds PACFA credentials - PACFA stands for the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - and is practised in Western Australia. She recognises that taking the first step into therapy often takes courage and she acknowledges and supports people for beginning that process.

Areas of expertise

Experience

18+ years

Credentials

PACFA

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Evidence-based approaches for online therapy

Sufya uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and relational understanding. One approach emphasises structured, skills-based work to help manage anxiety, stress and addictive behaviours by teaching coping strategies and behaviour change tools. Another approach centres on attachment and relational patterns, exploring how early relationships shape communication and intimacy and helping clients address family and relationship difficulties. She also works in a trauma-informed way when addressing post-traumatic stress, offering paced support that helps people process difficult experiences without becoming overwhelmed.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. Sufya collaborates with each person to identify which techniques best match their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting methods as therapy progresses to ensure the work feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy with Sufya is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people balancing work, family and other commitments. These options make it easier to access appropriately qualified or registered professionals from home or elsewhere, while keeping appointments manageable and consistent with daily life.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Sufya Nahid have?

Sufya Nahid has 18 years of professional experience.

What professional credentials does Sufya Nahid hold?

The directory lists these credentials exactly as supplied: PACFA

In which languages does Sufya Nahid provide therapy?

English

Where is Sufya Nahid located?

Australia

How can I work with Sufya Nahid as my therapist?

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

Does Sufya Nahid work with international clients?

Sufya Nahid does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sufya Nahid 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 cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

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