Theodore Eleftheriou, ACA
Helping people rewrite repeating life patterns
Details
| Name | Theodore Eleftheriou |
|---|---|
| Credentials | ACA |
| Based in | Australia |
| Registered with | ACA |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English, Greek |
| Years in practice | 5 |
About Theodore
Theodore Eleftheriou is an ACA counsellor who looks at behaviour as a story with reasons behind it. He believes past experiences shape how people act today. Theodore invites clients to look at those patterns so they can change what no longer works for them.
He holds three degrees focused on human behaviour including psychology and counselling. His main style is person-centred, which means conversations follow the client's concerns rather than a fixed plan.
Background and approach
He has previously worked as a relationship counsellor and has experience supporting people affected by trauma and domestic violence. Theodore also supports parents and caregivers navigating separation and divorce. He prioritises communication, managing anger, and reducing stress during these transitions.
He has personal and professional experience with grief and loss and applies that understanding in sessions. In practice he combines narrative thinking with attachment-based and cognitive approaches when they fit the person's needs. Sessions aim to uncover the stories that keep someone stuck and to test new ways of relating to themselves and others.
Theodore avoids judgement and treats clients as people with understandable reasons for their behaviour. He offers work in English and Greek and provides a calm, conversational style. People looking for a thoughtful counsellor who listens and helps them name patterns often find his approach useful.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Grief among the things Theodore works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Attachment-Based Therapy: Listed by Theodore among the ways he works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Theodore among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Theodore among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Theodore among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Theodore among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Theodore among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Theodore among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Theodore directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Theodore directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and attachment ideas work online
Therodore often uses Narrative Therapy to help people untangle the stories they tell about themselves. This approach looks at how past events have shaped a person’s story and helps them try new ways of understanding and acting. Attachment-based ideas are also part of his work; they focus on patterns in relationships and how early bonds influence current reactions, which can help with intimacy and trust issues.He approaches therapy collaboratively and will help clients choose which approaches fit best. That decision is made together based on the client's goals, preferences and what comes up in early sessions. The process may shift over time as new material appears or priorities change.
Online formats make it easier to fit counselling into busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options provide flexibility for different schedules and communication styles, while letting the therapist and client focus on the work rather than travel time.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of problems does Theodore address?
Theodore works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem and relationship concerns. He also supports people facing addictions, trauma, sleep difficulties and parenting strain.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centred way of working and draws on Narrative Therapy, attachment-based ideas and cognitive approaches as needed. Conversations focus on understanding why patterns exist and trying different responses.
What is his background and experience?
Theodore has three degrees in psychology and counselling areas and around five years' experience. He has worked with people affected by domestic violence and with those managing grief and separation.
Where is Theodore based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in Australia and lists ACA as his credential. Sessions are offered from his Australian base.
Can sessions be done in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English and Greek. International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are available for sessions?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Theodore?
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