Counsellor profile
Angela Jakovac, AHPRA
Based in Australia · 35 years of experience
Counsellor for anxiety, grief and career issues
Continue with AngelaAt a glance
- Registration
- AHPRA, Australia (PSY0001135596)
- Qualifications
- AHPRA
- Experience
- 35 years
- Languages
- English, Croatian
- Based in
- Australia
Details come from information Angela supplied to BetterHelp.
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Career and confidence
About Angela
AHPRA. 35 years' experience. Angela Jakovac works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, career concerns and depression using practical counselling approaches she lists in her practice profile.
Angela speaks English and Croatian. She has long clinical experience working with people who face communication problems, isolation and loneliness, social anxiety and phobia. Her work emphasises clear conversation and practical strategies rather than medical terminology.
She uses a mix of approaches the biography records, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, hypnotherapy and mindfulness techniques. Sessions often involve identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, practising skills for calm and focus, and looking at personal stories that shape confidence and decision-making.
Angela aims to adapt sessions to the issues presented and to the client's preferences. That may mean skill-building exercises, structured problem solving, or reflective narrative work depending on what the client and counsellor agree will help.
Her background includes long experience in counselling contexts in Australia. People who contact her are usually seeking practical ways to manage everyday stressors, regain motivation after loss, or address persistent worry and low mood.
To begin a first session clients are asked to use the site's matching process so a suitable appointment can be scheduled. The counsellor asks about goals up front so the first meetings can be focused and constructive.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Angela uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. CBT can be useful for anxiety, stress and low mood because it gives practical tools to manage symptoms and respond differently to difficult situations.She also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), which focuses on understanding emotional responses and improving how people express and respond to feelings. EFT is often used when anxiety or low self-esteem is linked to relationship or communication difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and what has or has not helped in the past, then agree on a plan together. That plan can combine elements from CBT, EFT, hypnotherapy or mindfulness depending on the client’s needs.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit appointments around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. The counsellor will discuss practical arrangements and what format will best suit the client's goals and everyday schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Croatian
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she work with?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, career concerns and depression, with additional attention to communication problems, isolation and social anxiety.
What is her counselling style?
She uses conversational, practical counselling that can include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, hypnotherapy, mindfulness and narrative techniques.
How much experience does she have?
She has 35 years of experience working in counselling settings in Australia.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with AHPRA and practises in Australia.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English and Croatian.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions arranged and what formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking by using the site's matching process; the biography does not specify formats so check those details when you schedule.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
Checking a registration
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