Salome Mbenjele, ACA
Compassionate Australian therapist supporting meaningful change
- 20 years experience
- Trauma and family support
- Video and phone sessions
About Salome Mbenjele
Salome Mbenjele is a seasoned Australian counselor with more than 20 years of professional experience, offering steady guidance to people facing stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. She draws on a broad clinical background to create a warm, interactive environment where feelings and thoughts can be explored openly and without judgment. Salome emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she avoids stigmatizing labels while supporting clients to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Her practice is informed by a mix of therapeutic traditions, including cognitive-behavioral approaches, humanistic perspectives, psychodynamic ideas, and rational-emotive techniques, and she tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific situation. Salome holds the ACA credential, indicating professional accreditation in Australia, and she uses that training to guide practical, person-centered work aimed at building motivation, confidence, and coping skills. She approaches change as a collaborative process, offering steady support and encouragement as clients pursue their goals.
While Salome aims to empower and support people through difficult transitions, she focuses on individualized care that respects each person’s values and needs and adapts methods to fit what will work best for them.
Her practice is informed by a mix of therapeutic traditions, including cognitive-behavioral approaches, humanistic perspectives, psychodynamic ideas, and rational-emotive techniques, and she tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific situation. Salome holds the ACA credential, indicating professional accreditation in Australia, and she uses that training to guide practical, person-centered work aimed at building motivation, confidence, and coping skills. She approaches change as a collaborative process, offering steady support and encouragement as clients pursue their goals.
While Salome aims to empower and support people through difficult transitions, she focuses on individualized care that respects each person’s values and needs and adapts methods to fit what will work best for them.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment 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 issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Salome Mbenjele have?
Salome Mbenjele has 20 years of professional work experience.
Is Salome Mbenjele a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the ACA credential, which indicates professional accreditation with a recognized counselling association in Australia.
In which languages does Salome Mbenjele provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English, South Ndebele, North Ndebele, and Shona.
Where is Salome Mbenjele located?
Salome is located in Australia.
How can I work with Salome Mbenjele as my therapist?
You can work with Salome through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Salome Mbenjele work with international clients?
No. Salome Mbenjele does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Salome Mbenjele 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take steps toward those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where motivation and meaning are central concerns.
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationships and emotional bonds formed across a person’s life. It can help address family conflicts, attachment issues, and patterns that affect intimacy and trust.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist listens carefully and helps clients explore their own solutions. This approach supports self-esteem, confidence, and personal growth.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Salome will work with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and will tailor methods to fit each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can access licensed professionals from home, at work, or while caring for others. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and to continue care when schedules or mobility make in-person visits difficult.