Astrid Tiefholz, ACA
Compassionate therapist for stress and transitions
- Stress and anxiety
- Eating and body image
- Parenting support
About Astrid Tiefholz
Astrid Tiefholz is a therapist based in Australia who offers collaborative, respectful care for people navigating significant life changes. She works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, eating concerns, parenting challenges, depression, and the everyday demands of coping with life transitions, combining an inclusive approach with practical strategies tailored to each person.
Astrid also supports people with a wide range of related concerns, including autism and Asperger syndrome, body image and eating or food-related issues, caregiver stress, commitment and communication problems, fatherhood and fertility matters, guilt and shame, isolation or loneliness, questions about life purpose and midlife transitions, financial worries, and mood disorders. Her practice aims to address both immediate symptoms and the broader patterns that affect wellbeing.
Her work is guided by evidence-informed approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness-based methods. Astrid emphasises a person-centred stance, treating the client as the expert in their own life while offering structure, skills, and support to help clients reach their goals. Therapy is delivered in ways that suit each client’s circumstances and preferences.
Astrid also supports people with a wide range of related concerns, including autism and Asperger syndrome, body image and eating or food-related issues, caregiver stress, commitment and communication problems, fatherhood and fertility matters, guilt and shame, isolation or loneliness, questions about life purpose and midlife transitions, financial worries, and mood disorders. Her practice aims to address both immediate symptoms and the broader patterns that affect wellbeing.
Her work is guided by evidence-informed approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness-based methods. Astrid emphasises a person-centred stance, treating the client as the expert in their own life while offering structure, skills, and support to help clients reach their goals. Therapy is delivered in ways that suit each client’s circumstances and preferences.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Autism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsEating and food-related issuesFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Astrid Tiefholz have?
Astrid Tiefholz has 4 years of experience.
Is Astrid Tiefholz a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the ACA credential.
In which languages does Astrid Tiefholz provide therapy?
Astrid provides therapy in English.
Where is Astrid Tiefholz located?
Astrid is located in Australia.
How can I work with Astrid Tiefholz as my therapist?
You can work with Astrid through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Astrid Tiefholz work with international clients?
Astrid Tiefholz does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Astrid Tiefholz 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, 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate action, and then clarify what matters most so they can take meaningful steps even when life feels challenging. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating major life changes.Client-centered therapy focuses on empathic listening and the therapist’s nonjudgmental presence, creating space for clients to discover their own solutions and build self-understanding. This approach is helpful for people who want support in making decisions, improving relationships, or exploring identity and values.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to develop new skills for mood and symptom management. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and eating-related concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Licensed professionals and therapists work collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and they adapt techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Astrid can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit sessions into busy lives. These options make it easier to access consistent support from home or elsewhere, accommodate different communication styles, and maintain continuity of care when schedules or circumstances change.