Claudelle Shaw, AASW
AASW therapist for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Ages 13 and up
About Claudelle Shaw
Claudelle Shaw offers evidence-based therapeutic support to individuals aged 13 years and older, as well as to couples, addressing a wide range of mental health and relationship concerns. She works with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and difficulties related to family violence for both victims and perpetrators. Claudelle also supports people facing adjustment challenges, low self-esteem, complex trauma, self-harm and suicide risk, relationship and parenting difficulties, and couples counselling.
Working from a person-centred stance, she collaborates respectfully with each individual or couple to build self-awareness and encourage meaningful change in behaviour, entrenched thinking patterns and deeper emotional difficulties. Her style emphasises practical strategies alongside exploration of underlying issues to help clients move toward their goals.
Claudelle draws on a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to each person’s needs, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed Theory, Narrative Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions and Motivational Interviewing. These modalities are combined and adapted to centre the client’s well-being and strengths.
She is committed to creating a welcoming, accepting, and healing environment where people can express their thoughts and emotions without judgment, and she values client feedback to keep sessions focused and purposeful. Claudelle holds AASW, indicating membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
Working from a person-centred stance, she collaborates respectfully with each individual or couple to build self-awareness and encourage meaningful change in behaviour, entrenched thinking patterns and deeper emotional difficulties. Her style emphasises practical strategies alongside exploration of underlying issues to help clients move toward their goals.
Claudelle draws on a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to each person’s needs, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed Theory, Narrative Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions and Motivational Interviewing. These modalities are combined and adapted to centre the client’s well-being and strengths.
She is committed to creating a welcoming, accepting, and healing environment where people can express their thoughts and emotions without judgment, and she values client feedback to keep sessions focused and purposeful. Claudelle holds AASW, indicating membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Claudelle Shaw have?
Claudelle Shaw has 15 years of experience.
Is Claudelle Shaw a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: AASW. AASW indicates membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
In which languages does Claudelle Shaw provide therapy?
Claudelle Shaw provides therapy in English.
Where is Claudelle Shaw located?
Claudelle Shaw is located in Australia.
How can I work with Claudelle Shaw as my therapist?
You can work with Claudelle Shaw through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Claudelle Shaw work with international clients?
Claudelle Shaw does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Claudelle Shaw 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 with therapy 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
Claudelle frequently integrates Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) into her work. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns and can help with attachment issues, intimacy struggles and relationship repair. Client-Centered Therapy prioritises the individual's experience, offering a non-directive, empathetic space that supports self-exploration and builds self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, and is useful for managing anxiety, depression and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Claudelle works collaboratively with each person or couple to determine which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts techniques over time based on client feedback and progress to ensure sessions remain relevant and effective.
Online therapy with Claudelle can be delivered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access ongoing support from licensed professionals without needing to travel, and they allow therapy to fit into busy or changing lives.