Stylianos 'Stel' Papastratis, ACA

Stylianos 'Stel' Papastratis is an Australia-based counsellor with more than 21 years of professional experience in mental health. He holds ACA credentials, the Australian Counselling Association, and has worked across non-profit organisations, government services, and private clinics. His practice has included work with diverse client groups in Australia, the United Kingdom, and continental Europe.

He specialises in supporting people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and bipolar disorder, and he has experience working with mild intellectual disability and psychosocial disabilities. He also addresses related concerns such as abandonment, aging and geriatric issues, attachment difficulties, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication and commitment problems, and separation or divorce.

Stel places a high priority on both mental health and physical well-being, working with clients to build an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored. He frames the work as a collaborative process, supporting each person to take the steps that feel right for them while offering practical strategies and emotional support. He provides services in English and Greek and practises from Australia, bringing a calm, experienced approach to complex emotional and relationship challenges.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Therapy Options

Stylianos offers evidence-based therapeutic techniques delivered through online formats that fit around everyday life. One common approach he uses is skills-focused work that helps people develop practical tools for managing stress, anxiety, mood swings, and daily coping - this often involves learning breathing, grounding, and behavioural strategies to reduce immediate distress. Another emphasis is on loss and relationship-focused support, where conversations and structured exercises help people process grief, improve communication, and navigate separation or commitment issues.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Stel works collaboratively with each person to identify goals, evaluate what helps, and adapt methods to the client’s needs and preferences so the work feels both relevant and achievable.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limitations, or those who prefer to connect from home. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access support when it is most needed, while allowing therapists and clients to focus on progress and practical outcomes.