- Warm collaborative approach
- Evidence-informed methods
- Holistic mind and body focus
About Josephine
Josephine Sultana is an AASW-accredited social worker with 15 years' experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship concerns. She commonly helps people who are coping with parenting strain, sleep problems, addiction, self‑esteem and major life changes. Josephine also has a focus on adoption and foster care matters and attachment-related issues when these are part of someone's story.
Her style is warm and collaborative. She listens to what matters most and builds a plan with each person. Sessions aim to increase emotional awareness, shift unhelpful patterns and develop practical skills that can be used outside the room.
Josephine draws on a blend of evidence-informed approaches to suit different needs. She uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to look at thoughts and behaviours, Emotion-Focused Therapy to deepen emotional understanding, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support values-based choices. She also works from an attachment perspective to help with closeness and long-term relational patterns.
Alongside psychology-based care, Josephine trained as an Integrative Health Practitioner Level 2 and uses functional assessments in some pathways to consider diet, nutrients and biochemical factors that can affect mood and energy. This means she can offer a holistic view that looks at bodily and lifestyle factors as part of emotional recovery.
People who work with Josephine can expect practical tools, clearer self-understanding and a focus on small sustainable changes. She provides care in Australia and conducts sessions in English.
How Josephine’s approaches translate to online care
Josephine commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can be useful for anxiety, depression and sleep problems. Emotion-Focused Therapy helps people recognise and process core feelings, which suits trauma, grief and relationship difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Josephine will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful, then shape sessions to match those needs. The process is collaborative and reviews progress as things change.
The original biography does not specify which session formats are used, so please confirm available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They can also be adapted for people who prefer not to be on camera or who need a lower-bandwidth option. Appropriately qualified or registered professionals will discuss what format suits a person's schedule and needs during the initial matching process.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Josephine commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, sleep problems, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain and related life changes. Adoption and foster care issues and attachment concerns are also part of her focus.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, collaborative and practical. She listens closely and works with each person to build steps they can use between sessions.
What background and experience does she have?
Josephine has 15 years of experience across public and private mental health services and has been in private practice since 2016. Her work has involved adolescents, adults, parents and older adults.
Which professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is accredited with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and practises in Australia.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Josephine?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time based on therapist availability.