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Maliheh Zare, ACA

Experienced counselor for stress and relationships
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationships and family
  • Online and phone sessions

About Maliheh Zare

Maliheh Zare holds a Master’s degree in Counseling and is a Level 3 registered member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). With 18 years of professional experience, she focuses on helping clients manage stress and anxiety, address relationship difficulties, navigate family conflicts, and regulate anger.

She draws on a range of evidence-informed approaches and adapts them to each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying meaningful actions. Mindfulness practices support staying present and improving emotional regulation. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) aims to strengthen emotional bonds between partners by addressing attachment and bonding needs. The Gottman Method uses research-based techniques to improve relationship stability and satisfaction.

Maliheh works with compassion, respect, and sensitivity, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each individual or couple. She emphasizes collaborative work so that goals and strategies reflect a client’s values and circumstances. Those seeking steady, practical support for common life stresses or relationship strains will find an experienced clinician who balances empathy with structured therapeutic tools.

She is currently accepting new clients and offers sessions designed to meet clients where they are in their recovery or growth journey.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSmoking / 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 Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Maliheh Zare have?

She has 18 years of professional experience.

Is Maliheh Zare a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds credentials with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and is listed as a Level 3 registered member of the ACA.

In which languages does Maliheh Zare provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Persian.

Where is Maliheh Zare located?

She is located in Australia.

How can I work with Maliheh Zare as my therapist?

Clients can work with Maliheh Zare through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Maliheh Zare work with international clients?

She does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Maliheh Zare cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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 remote counseling be the right fit for you?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can deliver meaningful benefit. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major advantage is flexibility. Individuals can choose the format that best fits their comfort and schedule, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to maintain continuity of care when life is busy or circumstances change.

Sessions are provided by licensed professionals and therapists who use established therapeutic methods tailored to each client. If the fit is not right, clients may switch therapists at any time to find a better match. For many people, remote therapy provides a practical and effective way to access consistent support without sacrificing quality of care.

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