Madeline Trump , AASW

Madeline Trump is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with the AASW credential, indicating accreditation with the Australian Association of Social Workers, and brings 15 years of professional experience across government, private practice and online settings in Australia and New Zealand.

She supports people of all ages who are facing stress and anxiety, relationship and parenting challenges, difficulties with motivation, low self esteem and confidence, and the many adjustments that come with life changes. Her work also addresses concerns such as attachment and communication problems, body image and self-love, caregiver stress, panic attacks, postpartum depression, and women's health matters.

Madeline works from a strengths-based stance and believes each person is the expert in their own story. She emphasizes clear explanations and psychoeducation so people gain useful insight into their patterns and experiences, which she sees as an important foundation for change. Colleagues and clients have found her warm and laid back in style; she aims to be approachable while creating a space where difficult topics can be explored without judgment.

She views the decision to seek support as an act of courage and focuses on supporting and empowering people to take practical steps toward greater wellbeing and fulfilment.

Client-centered and skills-based therapy delivered online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's own experience and perspective. It involves a respectful, non-judgemental stance that helps people explore their values, strengths and goals, making it useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that looks at the connections between thoughts, emotions and behaviours. It offers practical strategies for managing stress, anxiety, panic symptoms and unhelpful thinking patterns.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal skills. These techniques can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions, improving communication and reducing interpersonal conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Madeline works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify which methods best match a person's needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, support people who live far from services, and offer more flexible scheduling options for parents and caregivers. These formats allow Madeline to deliver the same therapeutic approaches in ways that suit each client's routine and comfort level.