Judy Hu, ACA
Compassionate counsellor for trauma and relationships
- Trauma and family violence
- Depression and anxiety
- English and Mandarin
About Judy Hu
Judy Hu is a counsellor credentialed to practise in Australia and New Zealand who has been working professionally since 2018. She supports adults, young people and children who have experienced difficult events such as trauma, family violence and sexual abuse, and she also works with depression, anxiety, stress, panic attacks, relationship and communication difficulties, self-esteem and confidence concerns, emotional regulation, and matters related to culture and spirituality. Judy provides therapy in both English and Mandarin.
Her style is gentle, caring and non-judgemental, and she draws on a wide range of training to tailor interventions to each person. Her practice is eclectic by design, informed by approaches including Person-Centred Therapy, solution-focused techniques, strength-based work, crisis intervention, cognitive behavioural methods, brainspotting, attachment theory, narrative therapy, developmental neuroscience, psychoeducation and other talk-based modalities. With children she integrates Play Therapy, Art Therapy and Sand Tray methods to make therapy age-appropriate and engaging.
Judy values the moment when insight creates change and believes in tolerating short-term discomfort for longer-term growth. Clients note her warmth, acceptance, empathic manner, cheerful presence and supportive nature. As someone who comes from the Christian faith, she brings that background implicitly while approaching each person with openness and curiosity. She supports people to identify obstacles, release old patterns and discover greater self-worth and personal agency.
Her style is gentle, caring and non-judgemental, and she draws on a wide range of training to tailor interventions to each person. Her practice is eclectic by design, informed by approaches including Person-Centred Therapy, solution-focused techniques, strength-based work, crisis intervention, cognitive behavioural methods, brainspotting, attachment theory, narrative therapy, developmental neuroscience, psychoeducation and other talk-based modalities. With children she integrates Play Therapy, Art Therapy and Sand Tray methods to make therapy age-appropriate and engaging.
Judy values the moment when insight creates change and believes in tolerating short-term discomfort for longer-term growth. Clients note her warmth, acceptance, empathic manner, cheerful presence and supportive nature. As someone who comes from the Christian faith, she brings that background implicitly while approaching each person with openness and curiosity. She supports people to identify obstacles, release old patterns and discover greater self-worth and personal agency.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Judy Hu have?
Judy Hu has 7 years of experience.
Is Judy Hu a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the ACA credential, which indicates a professional counselling accreditation.
In which languages does Judy Hu provide therapy?
Judy Hu provides therapy in English and Mandarin.
Where is Judy Hu located?
Judy Hu is located in Australia.
How can I work with Judy Hu as my therapist?
You can work with Judy Hu through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Judy Hu work with international clients?
Judy Hu does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Judy Hu cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Attachment, Client-Centered and CBT Approaches in Online Therapy
Judy integrates Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns - this approach helps people understand connection, abandonment concerns and attachment issues so they can build more secure relationships. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, offering a compassionate, non-directive stance that prioritizes the individual’s experience and supports self-discovery, self-esteem and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another key part of her work - it focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviours to reduce anxiety, depression and stress.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Judy works with clients to assess needs, goals and preferences, and she tailors her methods accordingly so therapy fits the person rather than forcing a single model.
Online therapy with Judy can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from wherever the client is located within the same country, support ongoing progress between sessions and allow clients to choose the format that feels most manageable for their life.