Vickie Schuldt, PACFA

Vickie Schuldt is a PACFA-credentialed therapist practising in Australia with eight years of professional experience. PACFA indicates membership in a recognized Australian professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists, reflecting formal training and ongoing professional standards. Her practice focuses on supporting people dealing with ADHD, stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and depression, as well as those navigating major life changes or adjusting to an ADHD diagnosis.

She also works closely with couples to repair trust, improve communication, and strengthen emotional intimacy, including partnerships where one or both partners have ADHD. A clear understanding of how ADHD can affect day-to-day interactions and relationship dynamics informs her approach to helping couples rebuild connection and mutual understanding.

Vickie frames therapy as a collaborative process that encourages practical coping skills alongside emotional exploration. She aims to empower clients to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life, offering support and guidance as they move through change and recovery.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Support

Vickie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs. She offers practical skills-based strategies that teach tools for managing stress, anxiety, and mood symptoms - these techniques focus on breathing, grounding, and everyday coping skills that reduce overwhelm and improve functioning. She also provides relationship-focused work that concentrates on communication skills, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional intimacy, which can be especially helpful for couples navigating ADHD or conflict. For those affected by trauma and abuse, she uses trauma-informed therapeutic practices that support gentle processing of difficult experiences and help clients regain a sense of safety and stability.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Vickie collaborates with clients to identify which techniques fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting methods as progress unfolds to ensure the best possible fit.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without long travel times. These formats allow clients to choose what works best for their schedule and comfort level while maintaining continuity of care.