Adrian Workman, PACFA

Adrian Workman is a clinical counsellor with more than 10 years of experience supporting men and young people through challenging life transitions. He combines a clinical perspective with an approachable, masculine manner to create a relatable space where clients can work toward greater clarity, resilience, and purpose.

Adrian is known for a practical, problem-focused style and for establishing trust and rapport from the first session. His strong curiosity shapes conversations, helping clients uncover useful insights and identify tangible steps for change. He has particular experience with adolescent boys, young men, first-time fathers, and separated fathers, and regularly works with issues such as anger, isolation, and searching for life purpose.

Working in a flexible, integrated way, Adrian draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques as a toolkit to teach skills and strategies clients can apply between sessions. He also addresses related concerns including attachment and abandonment, blended family dynamics, fatherhood issues, divorce and separation, and family of origin matters. Adrian holds the PACFA credential - the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - and tailors interventions to each client’s needs and goals.

He is committed to equipping people with practical tools for meaningful change so they can navigate challenges with increased confidence and emerge stronger.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Adrian works with a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the needs of men and young people. One emphasis is attachment-informed work, which explores patterns of relating and early relationship experiences to help with abandonment, trust, and connection issues. Another focus is skills-based intervention, teaching practical coping strategies for stress, anxiety, anger, and life changes so clients can manage difficult emotions and respond differently in daily life. He also uses relational and family-focused methods when supporting blended families, fatherhood issues, or separation-related challenges, helping clients navigate interpersonal dynamics and practical parenting concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Adrian collaborates with each client to identify which techniques best match their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the plan over time as needs evolve. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved and supported in choosing a path forward.

Online therapy with Adrian is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or work, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each person.