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Pamela Varas

ACA

Pamela Varas , ACA

Therapist in Australia

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About Pamela

Pamela Varas is a certified counsellor registered with the Australia Counselling Association (ACA) who brings a warm, compassionate presence to her clinical work. After completing a Bachelor of Counselling in 2022 at ACAP, she continued supporting women affected by domestic violence and began providing brief solution-focused therapy and emotional support to carers and people living with dementia at Dementia Australia in October 2022. Pamela has accrued more than 911 client contact hours and close to 75 hours of clinic supervision, including both individual and group supervision, and in late 2022 she launched her private practice, Rebuild Together Counselling, to extend her community-focused work.

Pamela specialises in working with adults on depression, anxiety, and healing childhood trauma, and she applies grief and loss techniques when addressing relationship issues. Her practice draws on a person-centred foundation and trauma-informed principles, combined with tools from cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, internal family systems, and gestalt approaches. Pamela has undertaken targeted training in treating trauma, depression, and anxiety, and she continues to work closely with a clinical supervisor who specialises in psychotherapy.

Committed to ethical practice and ongoing learning, she is preparing to commence a Masters in Psychotherapy and Counselling to deepen her skills in psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, and person-centred ethics.

Approaches that guide online support and care

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on building a trusting, empathetic relationship in which the therapist provides nonjudgmental support and helps the client explore their own goals and strengths - it is useful for people seeking compassionate guidance through grief, identity concerns, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and develop practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies, teaching skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties.

Pamela approaches treatment collaboratively, and finding the right method is part of the process. She works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and adapts techniques from these therapies to suit each person rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan. Licensed professionals will guide the selection and pacing of approaches together with the client.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, and daily life. These options support ongoing access to care and allow clients to continue therapeutic work even when in-person meetings are not possible.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Pamela Varas have?

She has 3 years of professional counselling experience.

Is Pamela Varas a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a member of the Australia Counselling Association (ACA).

In which languages does Pamela Varas provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Pamela Varas located?

She is located in Australia.

How can I work with Pamela Varas as my therapist?

You can work with Pamela Varas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Pamela Varas work with international clients?

She does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Pamela Varas cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

LGBTSleeping disordersCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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