- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Bipolar and depression
About Stylianos
Stylianos 'Stel' Papastratis is an ACA counsellor in Australia with more than 21 years working in mental health. He supports adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief and loss, and bipolar disorder. He has worked in non-profit organisations, government roles and private clinics across Australia, the UK and continental Europe.
Stel uses straightforward conversation and practical strategies to help people untangle guilt and shame tied to relationships, faith, or past choices. Sessions are conversational and focus on what is happening now and what is useful next. He also brings experience supporting people with mild intellectual disability and psychosocial disability.
His training includes a Bachelor and Honours in Psychological Sciences, a Graduate Diploma of Counselling, a Diploma of Professional Counselling, a Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy and basic and advanced certification in Emotional Freedom Technique. He presents these qualifications as part of a broad mental health background rather than a single method.
Stel aims to make it easier to talk about hard feelings without judgement. He invites people to name specific moments and patterns that keep guilt and shame alive. From there he works with practical tools to change unhelpful responses and to rebuild daily routines that feel manageable.
People who value clear feedback and steady practical work often find his approach useful. He offers sessions in English and Greek and asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first appointment.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Stel draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on what people do day to day and how their thinking shapes feeling. One approach he uses helps people identify triggers and unhelpful thinking patterns, then practises alternative responses that reduce emotional reactivity. This is useful for anxiety, persistent shame and setbacks in relationships.He also uses brief behavioural strategies to rebuild routines that support mood and energy. These techniques involve small, doable actions to improve sleep, activity and social contact, which can make guilt and low mood easier to manage. When relevant, Stel incorporates focused relaxation and hypnotherapy tools learned in his training to help with intense moments of distress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stel will discuss options and try different techniques with clients, making decisions together based on needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps pick methods that fit a person’s life and commitments.
The biography does not list specific session formats here, so please confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find this helps them maintain steady contact with their therapist while managing everyday responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Greek
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and bipolar disorder, plus related concerns such as abandonment and attachment issues.
How does he approach guilt and shame in sessions?
He focuses on naming moments and patterns that keep guilt and shame active, then uses practical steps to change unhelpful reactions and habits.
How much experience does he have?
He has over 21 years of professional experience in mental health across non-profit, government and private clinic settings.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is credentialed with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and works from Australia.
Which languages are offered for 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?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.