Josephine Sultana, AASW
Integrative AASW mental health social worker
- 15 years experience
- Integrative care
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
About Josephine Sultana
Josephine Sultana is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker registered with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). She holds a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Counselling and Human Services, where she specialised in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). With more than 15 years of experience across public and private mental health services, Josephine has supported adolescents, adults, parents, and older adults facing a broad range of emotional, psychological, and lifestyle-related challenges. She has worked in private practice since 2016, bringing focused clinical experience in areas such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, burnout, and women’s emotional health including hormone-related concerns like PCOS.
Expanding her scope beyond psychological approaches, Josephine trained as a Registered Integrative Health Practitioner Level 2 (IHP2) and is registered with the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT). Through this integrative training she incorporates complementary, evidence-informed strategies and can work with functional assessments such as the Organic Acids Test (OAT) and Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) to identify biochemical or nutrient factors that may be affecting mood, energy, stress tolerance, or cognitive functioning. This allows her to frame personalised plans that consider interactions between the mind, body, and lifestyle factors contributing to wellbeing.
Her therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Josephine draws on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to examine thought patterns and behaviours, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) to deepen emotional awareness, Narrative Therapy to explore personal stories, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) alongside mindfulness to support emotional regulation and values-based decision making. She aims to help clients gain clarity, feel understood, develop practical lifelong tools, shift unhelpful patterns, and move toward a more balanced and meaningful life.
Expanding her scope beyond psychological approaches, Josephine trained as a Registered Integrative Health Practitioner Level 2 (IHP2) and is registered with the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT). Through this integrative training she incorporates complementary, evidence-informed strategies and can work with functional assessments such as the Organic Acids Test (OAT) and Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) to identify biochemical or nutrient factors that may be affecting mood, energy, stress tolerance, or cognitive functioning. This allows her to frame personalised plans that consider interactions between the mind, body, and lifestyle factors contributing to wellbeing.
Her therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Josephine draws on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to examine thought patterns and behaviours, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) to deepen emotional awareness, Narrative Therapy to explore personal stories, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) alongside mindfulness to support emotional regulation and values-based decision making. She aims to help clients gain clarity, feel understood, develop practical lifelong tools, shift unhelpful patterns, and move toward a more balanced and meaningful life.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Josephine Sultana have?
Josephine Sultana has 15 years of experience.
Is Josephine Sultana a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential AASW, indicating accreditation with the Australian Association of Social Workers.
In which languages does Josephine Sultana provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Josephine Sultana located?
She is located in Australia.
How can I work with Josephine Sultana as my therapist?
You can work with Josephine Sultana through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Josephine Sultana work with international clients?
Josephine Sultana does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Josephine Sultana cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people ask whether remote therapy can really help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and navigating life transitions - online therapy can be comparable to in-person sessions for many individuals and offers a viable option for accessing support.One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the way of connecting that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to engage from a comfortable setting.
Licensed professionals offer these remote options and clients can change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. Online therapy can provide practical, consistent support delivered by qualified therapists while accommodating varied lifestyles and needs.