- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief and loss
About Stylianos
Stylianos 'Stel' Papastratis is an ACA counsellor in Australia with 21 years of professional experience in mental health. He helps people who feel stuck by working with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and bipolar disorder. He has practised in nonprofit, government and private clinic settings across Australia, the UK and continental Europe.
Stel uses straightforward conversations to identify what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps people can take to manage strong emotions and recurring problems. He listens for patterns around attachment, abandonment and communication that often underlie relationship strain.
He also supports people dealing with chronic illness, caregiving stress, body image concerns and life changes linked to ageing. His background includes work with people who have intellectual or psychosocial disabilities and with those adjusting after separation or loss. Stel notes a range of formal study in psychological sciences and counselling, and additional training in hypnotherapy and emotional freedom technique.
In sessions he aims to build clear goals and simple strategies the person can try between meetings. He explains ideas in plain language and checks practical progress. People who want to explore life direction after a change in work, relationships or health often find this approach useful.
Stel offers sessions in English and Greek. International clients are not currently accepted. For next steps he asks people to use the online matching process to book an initial appointment and begin planning their first session.
Therapeutic approaches and online session practice
Stel draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach he uses aims to identify unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and replace them with clearer coping steps; this can help with anxiety, depression and everyday stress. Another approach concentrates on attachment and communication patterns in relationships, helping people notice repeated behaviours and try new ways of connecting.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Stel discusses options with each person and decides collaboratively which methods fit their goals, needs and preferences. He checks in regularly and adjusts plans based on what is useful in day-to-day life.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in this profile. Online sessions can make it simpler to fit meetings into a busy week, shorten travel time and allow check-ins that work around work or caregiving commitments. They also allow for flexibility such as shorter follow-up conversations when needed. If specific formats matter to you, confirm them before scheduling so the sessions match your situation.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Greek
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and bipolar disorder, plus related concerns like abandonment, attachment and communication problems.
How does he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He uses plain conversation to identify patterns and set clear, practical goals. Sessions often include simple strategies to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has 21 years of work in mental health across nonprofit, government and private clinic settings in Australia, the UK and Europe.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds ACA as his listed credential and practices in Australia.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and Greek.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.