Dr. William Abur
AASW
Practical support for anger and life stress
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- Goal-focused
- Calm approach
- Practical strategies
About William
Dr. William Abur helps people manage anger, stress, anxiety and relationship problems. He also supports people dealing with trauma, low self-esteem, grief, sleep difficulties and career transitions. He speaks plainly and encourages practical steps so people can try changes between sessions.
William is an AASW clinician with around 20 years working in mental health in Australia. He aims to build a calm, non-judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be said out loud. He believes taking the first step is an act of courage and sees his role as supporting people to find possibilities in their life.
In sessions he helps people set clear, achievable goals. He uses techniques that focus on increasing awareness of patterns, testing new behaviours and learning skills to manage strong emotions. He also works on communication and practical problem solving when relationships are strained.
William draws on a range of approaches, choosing what fits each person. That might include acceptance-based work, practical cognitive strategies, or emotionally-focused conversation. He explains ideas simply so people can use them between appointments.
People who come to him often want straightforward help with coping, building confidence, or making life's next move. He supports clients as they practice new ways of responding, and tracks progress toward goals over time.
William is an AASW clinician with around 20 years working in mental health in Australia. He aims to build a calm, non-judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be said out loud. He believes taking the first step is an act of courage and sees his role as supporting people to find possibilities in their life.
In sessions he helps people set clear, achievable goals. He uses techniques that focus on increasing awareness of patterns, testing new behaviours and learning skills to manage strong emotions. He also works on communication and practical problem solving when relationships are strained.
William draws on a range of approaches, choosing what fits each person. That might include acceptance-based work, practical cognitive strategies, or emotionally-focused conversation. He explains ideas simply so people can use them between appointments.
People who come to him often want straightforward help with coping, building confidence, or making life's next move. He supports clients as they practice new ways of responding, and tracks progress toward goals over time.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Therapeutic approaches and online options
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can help with anger, anxiety and making life changes by shifting how people relate to difficult feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviours to reduce distress. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and stress management. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centres on what happens in close relationships and how emotions shape interactions; it can help when communication and connection are affected.Choosing the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work together with each person to identify goals and try methods that fit those aims. If one way doesn’t help, adjustments are made so the work feels useful and relevant.
Confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time and let people use tools and worksheets between sessions. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Discuss practical arrangements with the therapist when you start so sessions match your routines and needs.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Australia
- Experience
- 20+ years
- Credentials
- AASW
- Languages
- English
- Registration (Australia)
- AASW · No. 498661
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does he help with?
He works with people experiencing anger, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and related concerns such as low self-esteem, grief, sleep problems and career change.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He offers a straightforward, compassionate style that helps people set goals and practise changes. Sessions focus on talking through feelings and trying practical steps between appointments.
What is his professional background?
He has about 20 years of professional experience in mental health practice in Australia and has worked with a wide range of common life and relationship problems.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with the AASW and practises in Australia.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and registration details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.