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Portrait of Touraj Afshar, Melbourne-based counsellor and psychotherapist providing individual, couples, and family therapy

Touraj Afshar is a bilingual (English & Persian/Farsi) registered psychotherapist, couples and family therapist, and clinical hypnotherapist based in Melbourne. He is also the founder of Yarra Holistic Healing Centre. 

 

For more than two decades, he has provided face-to-face and online counselling to individuals, couples, and families in Australia and worldwide. His work includes partnerships with government agencies such as the NDIS, Carer Gateway, and Victims of Crime, reflecting a trusted reputation within the community.

 

Known for helping people overcome phobias and fears, often in just one or two sessions, Touraj also runs group hypnosis programs and motivational workshops that focus on building resilience, confidence, and wellbeing. His approach combines evidence-based methods with a warm, practical style that empowers clients to communicate more effectively, manage emotions, and create lasting positive change.

 

Having lived and studied in the USA and France before settling in Australia, Touraj brings an international perspective and strong cultural awareness to his practice. He is committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and equipped to move forward.

Credentials

  • Master of Family and Couples Therapy – Swinburne University, Australia

  • Diploma of Clinical Hypnotherapy – Australian College of Hypnotherapy

  • Diploma of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) – Australian College of Hypnotherapy

  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist – Level 2 trained

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) – ongoing professional development

  • Member – Australian Counselling Association (ACA)

  • Master of Information Systems – Victoria University, Australia

Languages

English / Persian Farsi

Location

Melbourne / Online