Jacques Silva

Jacques Silva is an AASW social worker who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, anger and depression. He speaks English and Portuguese and brings five years of experience working in Australian public mental health services. Jacques aims to make the first step easier and listens without judgement. He uses a warm, collaborative style. Sessions focus on understanding what is happening now, identifying strengths, and building simple practical strategies. Conversations are framed by trauma-informed ideas so past hurt is noticed without being overwhelming. Jacques draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage emotions and daily challenges. He works with practical tools for emotional regulation, coping with anxiety, and reducing substance use where relevant. He also supports people through life transitions and relationship strain by improving communication and problem-solving. In sessions he helps clients set achievable goals and reviews progress together. The work is paced to suit each person and combines short-term skills with deeper reflection when needed. Jacques aims for clear, straightforward plans people can use between meetings. Clients can expect respectful listening and a focus on building resilience. Jacques supports people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. He encourages small, meaningful changes that improve day-to-day functioning and wellbeing.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Jacques commonly uses trauma-informed care and strengths-based practice alongside other evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Trauma-informed care means noticing how past harm affects current feelings and responses, and working gently so discussions do not become overwhelming. Strengths-based practice focuses on identifying what has helped a person cope before and building on those abilities. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jacques will work with the client to identify goals, try approaches that fit those goals, and adjust methods as needed. The focus is on practical tools and making sure the work suits the person's needs and preferences. If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the session formats offered before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when useful. It can also make sessions possible for people who live some distance from services. Jacques will help choose a way of working that fits daily life and therapeutic goals.