I help people gain a deeper insight into what's happening to them at a particular point in their life. Some are recovering from past traumas or destructive relationships, others are working through depression or anxiety. Whatever it is, I help make sense of it by identifying the problem, clarifying goals, and encouraging behavioural change to create a stronger, healthier and happier you.
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18 customer reviews
Conor
If you ever just need someone to talk to or listen without judgment, I honestly couldn’t recommend Eli enough. I had my first session with him a year ago, and I was terrified going in — I didn’t know what to expect, and I wasn’t even sure what was going on in my head at the time.
I’d also heard some bad experiences from friends who’d been to therapy, so I was unsure.
But honestly, he changed my life. He completely shifted how I see things. Every time I left a session, it felt like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. The small tools and advice he gave me helped in every area of my life — from friendships to how I handle tough moments.
I just finished up therapy recently, and I actually told him that whenever I’m faced with a difficult decision, I find myself thinking, “What would Eli say?” — that’s the kind of impact he’s had.
He’s a great guy, genuinely helpful, and someone I now recommend to friends, colleagues, or anyone I know who’s struggling with anything.
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Reply from Talk Therapy with Eli
Thank you for your kind words. I'm touched to hear that our work together made such a difference in your life. I’m grateful you allowed me to walk alongside you during that time. Hearing that the tools and insights we explored together continue to support you, even beyond our sessions, means a great deal. Wishing you the best as you continue forward. Eli
Raiza
Talk therapy is a business oriented to help people that have conflicts within family members. In my particular case Ely has helped me gently to understand how important is to maintain boundaries with your children (even is they are adults), and tender but firm to keeps those boundaries.
I am very grateful for his thoughtful input and guidance to resolve my communication skills with my son!
I have no doubt to highly recommend him as a professional!
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Lloyd
Eli has helped me in so many different ways; he has helped me develop different ways to over come and work on different problems that have arisen throughout the time I have been seeing him. He is very friendly and easy to get along with, and makes you feel very comfortable which really helped me open up about my problems. I really recommend seeing Eli if you want someone who is down to earth and will not judge on any issues you might have. More...
David
I found out about Eli through a community services referral. I was going through great challenges relating to purpose, focus and life direction. I was smoking, overeating and had other challenges. I had already tried several therapists but didn’t feel a connection. Since connecting with Eli I have had huge growth and shed a lot of weight. I’m feeling a sense of being back on my good path. Eli has really assisted me in clarifying my goals, and given me great tools to work with to improve my communication, confidence and my relationship. I have appreciated Eli’s approach in really finding a way to not just listen but to provide constructive tangible and practical advice. More...
Theresa
Eli guided me through the most challenging experience of my life, keeping me afloat when I felt like I might crumble. Not only did he help me navigate the immediate crisis, but he also uncovered unresolved issues from my past, for which I am forever grateful.
His genuine care and dedication made a significant difference, and I am so thankful he was recommended to me. I can’t imagine having gone through that period with anyone else.
Eli combines a gentle and caring, friend-like approach with clear, direct and kind feedback and thought-encouragement which helped me to discover and heal parts of myself that I wasn’t even aware were wounded.
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Shail
I want to express my deep gratitude for the support and guidance Eli has provided over the past nine months. Working with Eli has been a transformative experience, and he has helped me understand and address the complex issues rooted in my childhood trauma.
His strengths lie in his ability to create a safe and calm space to build a strong working relationship.
As a 38-year-old man, I was initially hesitant to seek therapy, but I am so glad I took that step. Eli helped me make sense of my life journey and focussed on the root issues rather than just treating my symptoms (anxiety, shame, a harsh inner critic, and aloofness). Although I am still a work in progress, I feel mentally, emotionally and psychologically anchored.
Finally, I want to thank Eli for treating me with kindness and respect, and for also treating me as a friend whilst balancing the professional therapist-client protocol at all times. Thanks Eli for everything!
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Thank you Shail. Sometimes I wonder if you taught me more than I have shown you.
Connor Scoble
Therapist
Eli has been a very strong pillar of support for years for me. As someone who suffers from anxiety I often find myself feeling overwhelmed by situations that I’m in however Eli is able to help me understand how to deal with the issues in front of me in a way where I feel my feelings are being acknowledged and respected.
Ray
Counselling
Eli is an absolute gentleman. Makes you feel right at home during the sessions and helped me release a lot of stress over some problems which I bottled up for too long. We connected through bark at a low point in my life and I will be forever grateful for the great Eli. Thank you & would highly recommend. :) More...
Luke hoad
I never wanted to go to therapy it was always hard for me to talk about my problems, my wife found eli so I thought I’d give it a go. Eli is amazing, he is nice and understanding, he helped understand the big picture and were my problems started and showed me the way forward, because of eli iv been able to face my problems and battle with a solution for the better, also express how I am feeling, listen and understand how someone else is feeling. Eli thank you mate I am living and loving life because of your guidance. More...
Paul
Addiction Therapy
Eli was great and helped me work through some challenging times, refocus and on a new path in life.
Joel
My friend referred me to Eli. Since the first phone call, he has been very welcoming and easy to approach. I had my doubts at the start if he could help me with anxiety, but those have been proven wrong as he has helped me a lot. Now I understand better how I feel and why I feel in a certain way and how to deal with those feelings. I would recommend him highly if someone would ask me. More...
Laura C
Therapist
I had a great experience with Eli and overall would highly recommend. He was very accomodating when organising the sessions. The main thing I would like to highlight is that I found he was able to accurately explain and put a name to certain things I wasn’t aware of, explaining and relating it to me while ensuring a safe space. Also, the amount of sessions were personalised, being based on what we thought would be best for me which was nice. Overall great experience, and would highly recommend. More...
Michael
I was referred to see Eli at Talk Therapy by a friend who could see that I was trapped in my thinking that was not serving me well.
Eli has a unique gift of being able to listen and then process my thought patterns and behaviour, in a very considered, engaging and effective way.
After a few sessions with Eli, I was able to uncover what was at the core of my beliefs of the world around me, the nature of the relationships I have with family and friends and I believe most importantly, shining a light on my internal world. I feel I have more conviction in my beliefs and feel more aligned to my values. I also feel a lot more free to explore things I haven’t experienced before, including tapping into my creativity. Overall, my quality of life is now at such a different level to what is was beforehand.
This was all done in a safe and thought-provoking way. I am so grateful that I was referred to Eli.
M.B.
Retired
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Bo
Eli is truly a professional and an amazing human being.
He takes very little time to understand your pain points and he really works on them until the problem you have is solved.
He can also find other issues that you might have to work on and that you never thought about. :)
I enjoyed each and every moment of this path.
I reached my happiness and balance through his wise talks, his hard work and kindness.
Whenever I will have a problem I will call him straight away.
I will recommend Eli to whoever needs a honest and incredible therapist.
All the best Eli!
Thank you so much for everything you did for me!!
Xoxo
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Reply from Talk Therapy with Eli
Thanks Bo! I also enjoyed every minute :)
Lisa
Eli is a very warm and welcoming therapist and a good listener. I like that he uses and exercises during our sessions which have helped me to learn more about myself. I also like that there are practical steps to implement after each session. Eli also explains things well to give you context and understanding of your own situation which I really like. More...
Reply from Talk Therapy with Eli
Thank you Lisa for your kind words. Glad the practical steps were helpful. You are uniquely positioned to employ them so well!
Megan
Counselling
Eli is a wonderfully empathetic and kind person. Within merely a number of weeks, I have been able to identify some of the roots of my anxiety, triggers and coping strategies with the help of Eli.
Through working with Eli, I have also benefited from his extensive knowledge of psychology and his informative approach throughout his sessions. This is turn helped me to understand my emotions and actions on yet another level.
Eli has given me invaluable help and advice throughout our sessions and I would strongly recommend him to anyone considering starting the journey of seeing a psychologist.
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Reply from Talk Therapy with Eli
Thank you Megan for your generous words. It was a pleasure to work with you.
Gabriel
Psychotherapy
Eli Barel, an excellent Professional, in two weeks he could help me to solve many problems.
Reply from Talk Therapy with Eli
Thank you Gabriel. It was a pleasure working with you.
Simone
I highly recommend working with Eli. I found the whole experience to be highly insightful and transformative. I am not perfect but I feel so much better that my only regret is that I didn’t do it sooner.
Reply from Talk Therapy with Eli
Thank you for your kind words, Simone. I am glad your feeling better and sorry for my delayed response. Best Regards, Eli.
What do you love most about your job?
I find it rewarding to see real improvement in the lives of my clients. Many feel hopeless when they first arrive and after a few short weeks you can start to see changes taking shape.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Therapists work most effectively in private practice. Its difficult for big institutions to personalise services. Working in private practice is the best way to help people get better.
Why should our clients choose you?
Just like athletes or musicians who are born with an advantage, the same is true for therapist. Some people are better at it than others. I'm lucky to have been born with a natural curiosity which is necessary for effective therapy. A good therapist doesn't have the right answers, they have the right questions which identify patterns of behaviour that hinder someone's ability to form relationships, make sensible decisions, manage emotions or communicate effectively.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes, I provide phone therapy but I prefer to see clients face-to-face. Therapy seems to work more effectively that way.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
During the pandemic I moved my office. But now that the pandemic is over adjustments are no longer necessary.
Anxiety
I work with many clients who experience anxiety. In my experience, the emotional connection to anxiety is more important than cognitive (thought) patterns. Exploring your emotional relationship with anxiety is the gateway to changing that relationship.
Schema Therapy
Schema therapy addresses a whole range of issues from eating disorders to depression. It is commonly used for long-standing problems and has shown remarkable results in helping people to change negative patterns that they have lived with for a long time.
