- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Blended family issues
About Maureen
Maureen Du Preez is a PACFA practitioner working in Australia with nine years of professional experience. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self esteem and depression. Sessions are offered in English and Afrikaans.
Maureen takes a direct, practical approach. She focuses on clear discussion and small, manageable steps rather than long theory. Conversations cover what is happening now and what could change over the coming weeks. She adjusts the focus to each person's concerns and pace.
People often come to Maureen for help handling relationship tension, splitting households, or the strain of blended family life. She talks through communication patterns, expectations, and loyalty conflicts that can arise when households merge. She also supports people dealing with grief, guilt, or the lingering effects of past abuse.
Work in sessions commonly includes setting short-term goals and trying out new ways to communicate. Maureen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical exercises to build skills for coping with anxiety and low mood. She also addresses practical problems such as sleep, routines and everyday stressors.
Her style is straightforward and respectful. Initial meetings focus on clarifying immediate concerns and planning a small number of next steps. Prospective clients are asked to select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session when ready.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Maureen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to change unhelpful thinking and coping patterns. One common approach focuses on identifying and testing stressful thoughts, then trying different behaviours to reduce anxiety and low mood. This helps with worry, rumination and practical decision-making.She also uses skills-based work to strengthen communication and problem-solving. These techniques teach specific ways to speak about needs, manage conflict, and set realistic daily goals. They are useful for relationship strain and the practical demands of blended family life.
Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Maureen will discuss options and agree a plan based on the person's goals, current problems and preferences. That plan can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.
The therapist's biography does not list which online formats are offered, so confirm session options before booking. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into busy days, allow shorter check-ins, or reduce travel time. It also lets people try talking without being in an unfamiliar building. Appropriately qualified therapists will help match the session style to practical needs and life rhythms.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Afrikaans
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem and depression, among other related challenges.
What is her approach in sessions?
Her approach is practical and evidence-based, focusing on clear discussion, small steps and goal setting to address day-to-day problems.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional work experience in Australia.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is listed with PACFA and practises in Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Afrikaans.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.