Sophie Dunstone, APS, AHPRA - Therapist in Australia

Experience across settings
Focus on mood disorders
Practical coping skills

About Sophie

Sophie Dunstone uses a client-centred approach to put each person at the centre of therapy. She draws on many years of clinical work to help people who are feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, stress or grief. Sophie writes in clear, simple language and focuses on what matters most to the person in front of her.

Sophie has practised for 20 years and holds APS and AHPRA credentials. She trained in Adelaide and completed a Masters in Psychology (Clinical). Her work has taken her to Adelaide, Sydney, London, Hong Kong and Singapore, and she has experience in both public mental health services and private practice.

In sessions Sophie uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness and Trauma-Focused Therapy as they suit a person’s needs. She aims to help people understand their difficulties, build short-term coping strategies and develop longer-term plans for managing mood and behaviour.

Sophie works with concerns including postpartum depression, panic and social anxiety, obsessive compulsive patterns, eating and body image issues, and responses to trauma or abuse. She also supports people dealing with family-of-origin issues, guilt and shame, and grief after loss.

Sophie prefers simple, collaborative sessions where people set goals and track small changes. Her style is practical and attentive, with an emphasis on helping people find strategies that fit their everyday life.

How Sophie’s approaches translate to online therapy

Sophie often combines client-centred work with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Trauma-Focused approaches. Client-centred work focuses on listening carefully and building a plan that reflects a person’s values and goals. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical tools for managing anxiety and mood. Trauma-Focused Therapy helps people process distressing memories and build skills to reduce their impact on daily life.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sophie will collaborate with each person to decide which methods make the most sense given their needs and goals. She emphasises shared decision making so the plan suits the person’s preferences and stage of recovery.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments around work and family life, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continuity of care when people move between locations. Talk with Sophie when you book to find the approach and session rhythm that work best for you.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse GriefEating disordersDepression

Additional focus areas

Body image Communication problemsEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shame Mood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Australia

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Sophie commonly help with?

Sophie works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief as core concerns. She also addresses eating and body image issues, OCD patterns, postpartum mood problems and related matters.

What is Sophie’s therapeutic style like?

Her practice is client-centred and collaborative, with clear aims each session. She combines practical strategies and listening to help people set realistic goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Sophie has 20 years of clinical experience across public mental health and private practice. Her work has taken her in several different countries and service settings.

What credentials does Sophie hold and where is she based?

She is listed with the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and AHPRA and is located in Australia.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients book with Sophie?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions operate on a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with Sophie?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.