Therapy for Expats in Australia
Specialist counselling for expats, global nomads and immigrants living in Australia
Many expats, long term travellers and immigrants who move to in Australia feel a blend of excitement, uncertainty and stress.
Initially the new surroundings can bring fresh energy, but over time, distance from family, old routines, and familiar support can lead to grief, anxiety and depression.
Some people notice isolation and loneliness even when Australians seem friendly at first.
Other people feel pressure to feel grateful and settle in quickly while being unsure if Australia is right for them.
If you are finding life in Australia harder than expected, I am here to help. I offer online therapy for individuals and couples across Australia.
Specialist, compassionate counselling and therapy to work through the psychological challenges of living in Australia
Support for people who have moved to Australia who are…
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Dealing with guilt and anxiety
You feel like you should be grateful to live in Australia. Instead, you're miserable and don't know who to tell.
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Feeling isolated
Even in a country where people seem friendly, you may feel profoundly alone. The connections you have made feel surface-level, and you miss being truly known.
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Grieving what they have left behind
You miss home, including family, friends and community. But the sadness is deeper than being homesick, and may be hard to explain.
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Experiencing culture shock
You thought you'd adjust living in Australia after a few months. It's been longer than that, and it's still hard to adjust to life here.
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Unsure about identity and purpose
At home you had a life that made sense and people who knew you. Here, you feel like you're starting from zero and questioning who you are.
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Struggling being a trailing spouse
You moved to Australia for your partner's work or for love. Now you may have lost your own career, or parts of your identity too. You may feel resentful, anxious and not sure how to deal with it all.
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Worried about their relationship
One of you is thriving, but maybe the other is struggling. Or you're both stressed and taking it out on each other. You're each other's only support system and it's too much pressure.
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Concerned about children
Your kids seem fine on the surface, but you worry about how all this moving affects them. Or you're dealing with repatriation and they don't want to "go home."
Meet Your Therapist
I’m Corene Crossin, a licensed and Australian registered psychotherapist with advanced post-graduate training in psychology and counselling. I’ve worked with clients across more than 15 countries, supporting expats, couples and their families as they navigate identity change, grief, anxiety, and belonging. I’m also the author of The Choice - a book for people who move abroad for love.
Before founding Expatriate Therapy, I lived and worked as a senior executive expat overseas for many years before repatriating to Australia. Returning gave me fresh, personal perspective on the challenges of living here, and I understand the emotional weight of building a life in a new country
My approach blends CBT, ACT, DBT, and Internal Family Systems with empathy and practical guidance, helping you build clarity and confidence while adapting to change.
The Choice: A Book for People Who Moved Abroad for Love
You followed your partner to another country. Now you're wondering if you made the right call.
Grief and loneliness hits you, and hard. So may a feeling of resentment.
You look fine to everyone else, but inside you feel like a different person.
The Choice is about what happens when you relocate for love and the emotional fallout is bigger than you planned for.
My new book publishes in early 2026. You can read the introduction now.
What Clients Say
How Expatriate Therapy Works
1. Free 20 Minute Connection Call
To start, you are welcome to book a free 20 minute, no-pressure conversation to connect. We'll talk about what's on your mind, what kind of support you're looking for, and whether working together is the right fit for you.
2. Clarity Session (80 min session)
We commence therapy with a deeper, focused first session where we explore what's going on for you, start uncovering the themes and patterns you'd like to changes, and outline a plan to work together.
3. Ongoing Support (55 min sessions)
We meet regularly online to help process, move forward with clarity, resilience, and insight. Sessions are typically weekly or fortnightly, depending on your needs and schedule.
4. Between-Session Resources
To support lasting change, I'll share simple tools, reflections, or practices to help you integrate insights into daily life between our sessions.
To get started , click on “New client” below.
FAQs
What are your fees?
Individual therapy is AUD200 for 80 minutes, or AUD160 for 55 minutes.
Couples therapy for expats is AUD280 for 80 minutes, or AUD240 for 55 minutes.
Payment is made at the time of booking. Sessions can be rescheduled with at least 24 hours’ notice. Cancellations with less notice are charged the full fee.
Is online therapy private?
Yes. The platform is secure and your information stays completely confidential.
Do I need a mental health care plan or a GP referral?
The good news is that no GP referral and no mental health care plan is needed to book a session. You are free to book directly. There’s no Medicare rebate, and no gap fee. There is no limit to sessions and no hidden charges: what you see is what you pay.
What type of therapy do you offer?
I draw from CBT, ACT, DBT, and IFS. These approaches help with anxiety, low mood, relationship strain, and emotional overload. I explain things clearly and only use what fits your situation. Learn more about my approach here.