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Mercedes Alia, AASW

Australian social worker for relationships and self esteem

  • Relationship support
  • Family and parenting
  • Addictions and self esteem

About Mercedes Alia

Mercedes Alia is a credentialed professional in Australia with six years of experience supporting people through a range of life challenges. She holds the AASW credential - membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers - and has focused her practice on helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflicts, grief and loss, motivation struggles, and self-esteem concerns.

Mercedes approaches each person with compassion and attentive listening, creating a space where concerns can be explored without judgment. She works with clients to shape conversations and develop a treatment plan that reflects their individual needs and goals. Taking the first step toward therapy is acknowledged as a courageous act, and Mercedes offers steady, respectful support for people navigating change. Her practice centers on collaborative care and practical strategies designed to help clients move forward, one step at a time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Mercedes Alia have?

Mercedes Alia has six years of professional experience.

Is Mercedes Alia a licensed therapist?

Yes. Mercedes holds the AASW credential, indicating membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers. License details were not provided.

In which languages does Mercedes Alia provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English, Albanian, and Italian.

Where is Mercedes Alia located?

Mercedes is located in Australia.

How can I work with Mercedes Alia as my therapist?

You can work with Mercedes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mercedes Alia work with international clients?

Mercedes Alia does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mercedes Alia 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 a 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.

Attachment, Client-Centered, and CBT Approaches for Online Care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships shape current emotional patterns and close connections. This approach can help people working through attachment issues, relationship challenges, and feelings of abandonment by exploring relational patterns and building more secure ways of connecting.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic, nonjudgmental listening and places the client at the center of the process. It supports people who need a respectful, paced space to explore self-esteem, motivation, or family and caregiving stresses. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and mood-related concerns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Mercedes collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor strategies to what feels most helpful for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care across distances, and choose the format that best supports a person's comfort and needs when working with licensed professionals and therapists.

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