Samita Rathor, PACFA
Compassionate therapist for relationships and trauma
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- LGBTQ+ inclusive care
About Samita Rathor
Samita Rathor is a PACFA-credentialed therapist based in Australia who combines clinical training with lived experience to support people through a wide range of life challenges. She works with individuals and couples, with particular interest in relationship difficulties, infidelity, stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, motivation, self-esteem, concentration and memory, and depression. Samita also offers executive and professional coaching to leaders and changemakers seeking better emotional regulation and workplace balance.
She draws on an integrative, evidence-informed approach that includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred Therapy, Narrative work, and Solution-Focused strategies, and complements these with clinical hypnotherapy and yoga-based mind science. Her academic background includes an MSc in Psychology with specialization in counselling, an MA in Science of Living, Yoga and Meditation, a postgraduate diploma in counselling psychology, and a BA in Psychology. She also holds an internationally certified Yoga Master title with multiple advanced certifications and training in yoga therapy and the mental aspects of yoga.
Samita has approximately 15 years of clinical experience and has provided mental health support and mentoring to professionals such as business leaders, physiotherapists, psychologists, and senior yoga teachers. Her volunteer work includes assisting older adults, supporting women in distress, and mentoring young people. Drawing on training, compassion studies, and personal resilience including recovery from a period of immobility to becoming an athlete, she adopts a respectful, solution-oriented, and compassionate stance to help clients move toward greater wellbeing. She is currently accepting clients in Australia and offers flexible appointment options.
She draws on an integrative, evidence-informed approach that includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred Therapy, Narrative work, and Solution-Focused strategies, and complements these with clinical hypnotherapy and yoga-based mind science. Her academic background includes an MSc in Psychology with specialization in counselling, an MA in Science of Living, Yoga and Meditation, a postgraduate diploma in counselling psychology, and a BA in Psychology. She also holds an internationally certified Yoga Master title with multiple advanced certifications and training in yoga therapy and the mental aspects of yoga.
Samita has approximately 15 years of clinical experience and has provided mental health support and mentoring to professionals such as business leaders, physiotherapists, psychologists, and senior yoga teachers. Her volunteer work includes assisting older adults, supporting women in distress, and mentoring young people. Drawing on training, compassion studies, and personal resilience including recovery from a period of immobility to becoming an athlete, she adopts a respectful, solution-oriented, and compassionate stance to help clients move toward greater wellbeing. She is currently accepting clients in Australia and offers flexible appointment options.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-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 problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen'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 Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Samita Rathor have?
Samita Rathor has 15 years of experience.
Is Samita Rathor a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the PACFA credential.
In which languages does Samita Rathor provide therapy?
Samita provides therapy in English.
Where is Samita Rathor located?
Samita is located in Australia.
How can I work with Samita Rathor as my therapist?
You can work with Samita through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Samita Rathor work with international clients?
Samita does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Samita Rathor 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support
Samita integrates several evidence-informed approaches into online work to meet different needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings; it is often used for anxiety, stress, and coping with change. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationship patterns formed in early life and how they affect current attachments - it is useful for intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and relationship repair. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore feelings and move toward self-directed growth, which can help with self-esteem, grief, and life transitions.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Samita will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and adapt methods over time so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone meetings, live chat, or ongoing text-based messaging to suit work hours, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limitations. These options allow for consistent engagement and make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, supporting continuity of care and responsive support between sessions.