Megan Toy, AASW

Megan Toy is an AASW social worker with three years of practice in Australia. She welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, ADHD or the fallout from trauma and abuse. Megan also supports those struggling with addictions, low self‑esteem, career stress and major life changes. Her approach is relaxed and practical. She treats each person as the expert in their own story and gently helps them find strengths and resources they already have. Sessions often use mindfulness, boundary work and techniques to build motivation and confidence. Megan has worked with people living with chronic illness, disability and neurodiversity, as well as with veterans facing adversity. She has experience with complex presentations including mood and personality concerns, psychosis, and the effects of long‑term health conditions. Therapy with Megan focuses on clear, usable steps rather than jargon. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and client‑centred listening to help people make small changes that matter. Conversations aim to be grounded, hopeful and goal‑oriented. Taking a first step can feel hard. Megan aims to make that step easier by offering a calm and respectful space to talk, reflect and plan. She supports people who want practical tools alongside compassionate listening.

Approaches that translate well to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviours to reduce distress and improve coping. It is often used for anxiety, panic and mood concerns. Client‑Centred Therapy offers warm, non‑judgemental listening so people can make sense of their experiences at their own pace and build self‑confidence. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Megan will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then try methods that fit those needs. This is collaborative - the approach can be adjusted as progress and comfort levels become clearer. Practical benefits of online therapy can include fitting sessions around work and family life, reducing travel time and allowing shorter check‑ins when needed. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Overall, online sessions can help people access consistent support while keeping therapy flexible to everyday routines.