About Lydia
Lydia Mikhail is an AHPRA-registered psychologist who helps people manage anxiety, stress and depression. She also supports people working through low self-esteem, career questions and big life changes. Lydia speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps clients can use each day.
Lydia works with adults and takes a person-centred, collaborative approach. Sessions start by identifying what matters to the person and what small changes could make a difference. She aims to turn conversations into clear strategies rather than long lectures.
Background and approach
Her clinical work draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. These approaches are used flexibly to suit each person’s situation and goals. Lydia helps clients experiment with tools and notice what works.
Across sessions she emphasises values, doable goals and steady progress. She breaks challenges into manageable steps and reviews what needs adjusting. The aim is better day-to-day coping and more confidence in handling stress and change.
Lydia has four years of clinical experience in Australia and holds AHPRA registration. She offers sessions in English and uses straightforward language to make therapy accessible. Practical supports are a consistent part of her practice, so people leave with clear next steps.
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small steps that align with those values. It supports learning to notice unhelpful thoughts without being driven by them, which can ease anxiety and make decisions clearer.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing them with real-life experiments. It is practical and goal-focused, often useful for reducing anxiety and managing low mood through skill-building.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) concentrates on what is already working and builds on strengths to create change quickly. This approach is helpful for people who want short-term, concrete steps to move forward.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods based on their needs, goals and preferences. Together they review what helps and adjust the plan as needed.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a quieter setup is needed. Live chat and messaging suit brief check-ins or people who prefer writing. These formats offer flexibility to fit therapy around work, study and family commitments.
Questions people ask
What concerns does Lydia support?
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
What is her experience working as a psychologist?
What credentials and location are listed?
Can I work with her if I live outside Australia?
What session formats are available?
How are sessions priced?
How do I begin therapy?
What this therapist works with
Most often
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
Also listed
- Experience
- 4 years
- Licensed
- Languages
- English
We will earn a commission if you sign up through our link, at no cost to you.