Online counsellor, Sydney, working with clients across Australia in English and Russian

Emotional eating, body image & anxiety counselling online, anti-diet and judgment-free

If food has become the only thing that helps, and shame follows right after, you’re not broken, and you don’t have to figure this out alone. I offer online, anti-diet counselling across Australia, in English or Russian. No food rules, just empathic support. I’m a Bupa provider, and private health rebates may apply depending on your cover.

You might recognise some of this

Food feels like the only thing that helps, right up until the guilt kicks in

You avoid mirrors, compare your body, or catch yourself thinking “I’ll start again Monday”

You feel constantly on edge, overthinking, or stuck in cycles of worry

You’re functioning on the outside, exhausted on the inside

You’ve tried willpower, rules, and “just eating healthier” — none of it touched the pattern underneath

If any of this sounds familiar, that’s not a character flaw. It’s a pattern, and patterns can be changed.

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What I can help you with

I offer counselling sessions for adults experiencing anxiety, chronic stress and emotional overwhelm. I also support people navigating body‑image distress, body shame, emotional or compulsive overeating, chronic dieting and restrictive eating patterns. Many of my clients come to counselling to understand long‑standing internal patterns that feel hard to shift.

I am a Russian-speaking counsellor offering online sessions in Russian, English, or both.

Emotional eating

understanding what food is doing for you emotionally, without more rules

Binge eating support

a safe, non-diet space when eating feels out of control

Body image

softening shame and building a kinder relationship with your body

Anxiety

calming the nervous system, easing overthinking and overwhelm

Yana Madorski, ACA Registered online counsellor Sydney

I’m Yana — a Master’s-qualified, Level 2 ACA-registered counsellor offering warm, trauma-informed counselling for anxiety, body-image distress, and food-related patterns.

Working with adults across Australia and internationally (in English and Russian), my approach is anti-diet and values-led. We skip the willpower advice and meal plans, focusing instead on compassionate, body-focused therapies that build psychological flexibility and a kinder relationship with yourself.

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How counselling works

First session

We explore what brings you to counselling, clarify your concerns and identify what you need right now. This is a longer session of 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Personalised plan

Together we create a structured, realistic approach that supports your goals and works with your pace, not against it. This is a flexible plan that can be adjusted later.

Ongoing support

Counselling becomes a steady, warm space where you can understand your patterns, regulate your emotions and build long‑term internal stability.

Online counselling in English and Russian

Online counselling offers privacy, flexibility and accessibility, especially if you prefer to have sessions from the comfort of your home.

I offer online counselling in English and Russian for adults around the world. My practice is based in Sydney, Australia, but distance and time zones don’t stand between us. You can connect from any country, any quiet corner that feels safe for you.

If we are in different time zones, just send me a message. I will try to find a time that fits your day.

Book your short introductory counselling session

This short introductory session is a gentle way for us to meet, talk about what brings you to counselling and see whether we are a good fit. It is not a full counselling session, just a space to ask questions, share your concerns and understand the next steps. If you decide to continue, you can then book a full counselling session.

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Common questions

Is counselling covered by Medicare?

No. However, I’m a registered Bupa provider, and your policy may offer partial rebates under extras cover.

Do I need a referral from my GP to start counselling?

No. You can book directly with me, no referral needed.

Is online counselling as effective as in-person?

For most concerns, yes. You just need a private space and stable internet. Many clients find it easier to open up from somewhere familiar.

What if I’m not sure this is “serious enough” for counselling?

You don’t need a crisis or a diagnosis to reach out. If a pattern is affecting your daily life, that’s reason enough.

Do you offer sessions in Russian?

Yes, in Russian, English, or a mix of both, depending on what feels most natural for you.

Contact me

Here’s how you can contact me for any questions or concerns.

Address

Vaucluse, Sydney NSW, Australia 2030

Phone

+61 431 969 626

hi@yanacounselling.com.au