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Reiss Hurt, AASW
Australia
AASW social worker - anxiety and depression
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Reiss
Reiss Hurt is an AASW social worker with four years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, motivation and career concerns. He also supports those dealing with grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues. Sessions are offered in English and he practises in Australia.
Reiss uses clear, goal-focused methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new responses. He also draws on motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to help clients set practical steps and review progress. Sessions tend to involve setting simple goals, practising skills between meetings and checking what is or isn’t working.
People can expect direct conversations about current problems and concrete strategies to manage them. Reiss often works on managing symptoms of anxiety and depression, building confidence, and improving day-to-day coping after trauma. He emphasises gradual practice rather than long explanations, so changes become part of routine life.
His background includes providing case management and focused psychological strategies for complex mental health needs. That experience informs a pragmatic approach to planning short-term steps alongside longer-term goals. He encourages clear, measurable actions clients can take between sessions.
Reiss aims to help people notice patterns of thinking and behaviour, try small experiments to test new ways of acting, and track what improves. If someone wants straightforward, structured support for specific problems, he focuses on practical techniques and regular review.
How CBT, mindfulness and motivational interviewing work online
Reiss commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy alongside Motivational Interviewing. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviours through short experiments and homework tasks. It suits problems like anxiety, low mood and unhelpful habits.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. It can help with stress, trauma symptoms and managing difficult emotions. Motivational Interviewing is a brief, conversational approach that helps people clarify goals and strengthen their own reasons for change, useful for motivation and addictions work.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Reiss will discuss goals and preferences and choose methods together. He reviews how techniques are working and adjusts the plan based on what the client finds useful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people work while keeping to everyday routines. Ask about session length and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and motivation concerns, as well as relationship, intimacy and grief issues.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thinking and test new behaviours. Sessions focus on practical exercises and small experiments to change daily habits.
What experience does he bring?
He has four years of clinical experience and has provided case management and focused psychological strategies for complex mental health situations.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an AASW social worker practising in Australia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule the first session.
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