- 21 years experience
- ACA counsellor
- Speaks English and Greek
About Stylianos
Stylianos 'Stel' Papastratis is an ACA counsellor with more than 21 years working in mental health. He aims to make it easier for men and others who are anxious, stressed, depressed or facing relationship and grief issues to take the first step. Stel writes and listens in plain language and keeps sessions focused on what matters most to the person in front of him.
Stel has worked across non-profit organisations, government services and private clinics in Australia, the UK and continental Europe. That variety shaped a practical style that suits people who want clear options and steady support. He draws on training in psychological sciences, counselling and clinical hypnotherapy to form treatment plans that fit each person.
In sessions he helps people talk through stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns and problems around relationships or grieving. He also supports those coping with chronic illness, caregiver strain, body image concerns and attachment or abandonment worries. Stel works with people who have psychosocial or mild intellectual disability and adapts his approach to meet different needs.
Stel aims to create an open, non-judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared. He emphasises collaboration, practical strategies and small steps that build confidence. If someone wants clear, down-to-earth support for everyday struggles, he encourages them to reach out and begin the process.
Stel speaks English and Greek and practises in Australia. He uses a subscription model for sessions that can be cancelled at any time, and clients are asked to complete a brief matching questionnaire before scheduling.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Stel draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside counselling and clinical hypnotherapy. Cognitive-style approaches help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build practical coping skills for anxiety, depression and stress. Hypnotherapy techniques are used to support relaxation, habit change and managing persistent symptoms in a focused way.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Stel works with each person to match methods to their goals, needs and preferences, adjusting plans as progress is made and new priorities emerge.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed and remove travel time. Stel will discuss which session arrangement best fits practical needs and everyday life when you begin the matching process.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
21+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English, Greek
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Stel help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief and relationship difficulties, and also supports people dealing with chronic illness, caregiver stress and body image issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Stel takes a practical, down-to-earth approach that focuses on clear options and small, manageable steps. He aims to create an open, non-judgemental space for honest conversation.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has over 21 years of professional experience working across non-profit, government and private clinic settings in Australia, the UK and Europe.
Which credentials and location apply to this therapist?
He is listed with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and practises in Australia.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Greek.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.