Sian Furniss, AASW

Sian Furniss is a social work professional credentialed in Australia with the AASW, a credential indicating membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers. With eight years of professional experience, she has supported people facing trauma and abuse, challenges with self esteem and confidence, career difficulties, and major life transitions. Her practice also includes executive coaching and professional coaching work tailored to people seeking clearer direction and practical strategies for growth.

Sian approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilised to overcome present challenges. She combines evidence-based therapeutic techniques with coaching-minded skills to help clients build motivation, resilience, and clearer pathways forward. Beginning therapy can feel like a courageous step, and Sian acknowledges that decision while offering steady, collaborative support to help clients move toward their goals.

Available to work with people in Australia, she provides sessions in English and offers a range of flexible online formats to suit different needs and schedules.

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online support

Within her practice, Sian uses trauma-informed approaches that focus on understanding how past harm affects current functioning and relationships. These methods prioritise safety, pacing, and helping people regain a sense of control when navigating memories, triggers, or the long-term effects of abuse.

She also integrates coaching-informed techniques that are goal-oriented and skills-focused. This practical work helps people clarify career aims, build motivation, and develop actionable steps toward change while strengthening self esteem and life direction.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Sian treats that choice as a collaborative decision. She will work with each person to identify their needs, goals, and preferences and then tailor evidence-based strategies that best fit their situation.

Online therapy with Sian is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide options that suit different schedules and comfort levels. These remote formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and fit sessions into busy lives while working with licensed professionals and therapists who can guide the therapeutic journey.