Grace Penman, ACA
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Grace is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Great news, Grace is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Australia
More about Grace
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- ACA
I am credentialed in Australia with 4 years of professional work experience. I am a counsellor and psychotherapist supporting mixed-culture adults and immigrants, including those in the LGBTQIA+ community, as they navigate identity, belonging, and the realities of “adulting” in a cross-cultural world.
You might feel caught between family expectations and your own values, trying to make choices that feel true to you while honouring where you come from. It’s common to feel lost and torn between expectations and self-expression. Over time, this tension can show up as anxiety, guilt, confusion, or a sense of never being “enough” as you work to find your own path.
You might be studying or working in a new country, raising young children while balancing two cultures, or learning how to bridge different upbringings with a partner from a different cultural background. These transitions often stir up identity questions, feelings of loneliness and uncertainty about where you truly belong.
I wave together EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based somatic psychotherapy to gently process cultural, relational, and intergenerational trauma held in the body.
If you’re feeling lost or torn between expectations, therapy can help you reclaim your voice, honour every part of who you are, beyond others’ expectations and reconnect with your true self.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- ACA · Australia · 18697 · Renews May 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Grace Penman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Grace Penman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Grace Penman speak?
Grace Penman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Grace Penman have?
Grace Penman has 4 years of experience.
Where is Grace Penman licensed to practice?
Grace Penman is licensed to practice in Australia.
Does Grace Penman accept clients outside of Australia?
No, Grace Penman does not accept clients outside of Australia.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Grace Penman offer?
Grace Penman offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Grace Penman?
Grace Penman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Grace Penman?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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