- 20 years experience
- AASW credential
- Goal-focused work
About William
Dr William Abur helps people who are feeling stuck by addressing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and low self-esteem. He also supports those facing grief, parenting challenges, sleep problems, anger and major life changes. He is named here because he offers an experienced, steady presence for people wanting to talk things through.
William uses plain conversation to make space for worries and difficult memories. He aims to create an open, non-judgemental environment where people can say what they think and feel. He focuses on practical steps you can try between sessions as well as things to work on together in the room.
Across 20 years of clinical work he has helped people set realistic goals and tackle barriers to change. His approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Client-Centred methods among others. These give him tools for managing painful thoughts, changing unhelpful patterns and improving communication.
He describes counselling as a partnership where the person’s values guide the work. That might mean building coping skills, practising new ways to talk about a relationship issue, or shifting focus toward what matters most. William also brings experience with trauma-related difficulties and attachment concerns.
William holds AASW and practises in Australia. He speaks English and aims to match treatment to each person’s goals and circumstances. To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the available times.
William uses plain conversation to make space for worries and difficult memories. He aims to create an open, non-judgemental environment where people can say what they think and feel. He focuses on practical steps you can try between sessions as well as things to work on together in the room.
Across 20 years of clinical work he has helped people set realistic goals and tackle barriers to change. His approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Client-Centred methods among others. These give him tools for managing painful thoughts, changing unhelpful patterns and improving communication.
He describes counselling as a partnership where the person’s values guide the work. That might mean building coping skills, practising new ways to talk about a relationship issue, or shifting focus toward what matters most. William also brings experience with trauma-related difficulties and attachment concerns.
William holds AASW and practises in Australia. He speaks English and aims to match treatment to each person’s goals and circumstances. To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the available times.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts without getting pushed around by them, and then choose actions that match their values; it can suit anxiety, depression and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and practising small changes to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. Client-Centred Therapy prioritises the person’s own perspective and uses empathic listening to build trust and explore what matters most.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before, and then recommend ways of working together. That decision is collaborative and can be adjusted as therapy progresses.
The original biography did not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continuity of care when schedules change, and the same therapeutic techniques used face-to-face can be adapted to remote sessions by appropriately qualified or registered professionals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
See below
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does William help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and low self-esteem, plus challenges such as grief, sleep problems, parenting strain and ADHD-related concerns.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He works in a straightforward, conversational way and aims to build a non-judgemental space. Sessions focus on talking through issues, setting goals and trying practical steps between appointments.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has around 20 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and relationship concerns, including trauma-related issues and attachment matters.
What credentials and location are listed for this counsellor?
He holds AASW and practices in Australia.
Which languages are supported and can international clients book?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.