Tasneem Fataar, AASW

Tasneem Fataar brings a compassionate, client-focused approach to counselling, seeking to understand and connect with each person’s emotions, experiences and challenges. She prioritises a collaborative assessment of needs and works with clients to build a personalised plan that fits their circumstances, adapting treatment strategies as progress and priorities evolve.

Her practice is grounded in evidence-informed methods and she draws on a range of focused psychological strategies to support recovery and growth. These include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, strengths-based and brief solution-focused therapies, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, trauma-informed practice, Gestalt therapy and crisis intervention. Tasneem aims to create a safe, non-judgemental and non-stigmatising space where clients can share their experiences and explore practical steps forward.

Tasneem is listed with the AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers), reflecting her professional affiliation and commitment to practice standards. She offers flexible formats for therapy and adjusts her approach to match each client’s unique goals and preferences, maintaining a supportive stance while helping clients develop coping skills and clearer direction.

Evidence-informed approaches for effective online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and focuses on identifying personal values to guide meaningful action - it is often useful for anxiety, stress and struggling with life changes.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape present-day patterns in relationships and emotional responses, supporting people who are working through intimacy-related issues, relationship difficulties or attachment wounds.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) examines how thoughts, feelings and behaviours influence one another and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns, making it helpful for depression, anxiety and coping with everyday stressors.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Tasneem will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative exploration may involve trying different strategies and adjusting the focus as therapy progresses.

Online therapy with Tasneem is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from different locations, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for the client.