Aarthi Udayakumar

Clinical Counsellor

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Aarthi Udayakumar - Clinical Counsellor (North Sydney & Gordon)

Appointments are available. Book online today.

Aarthi is a Clinical Counsellor with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). She works at our North Sydney Psychology Clinic and via telehealth (phone & video consultations).

She brings over 5+ years of experience working directly with clients from all walks of life. Aarthi has experience working with individuals and families experiencing concerns relating to domestic and family violence, trauma, grief and loss, child welfare and wellbeing, relationship breakdown, as well as depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues.

Aarthi has had the opportunity to gain lengthy experience working with many clients who are Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD). Aarthi supports families and children in her capacity as a counsellor by adopting a ‘no judgementapproach. She has experience using trauma informed, strengthsbased and outcomes focused practices.

“As a counsellor, I believe it is important to be empathetic and supportive. I strive to provide a safe place where clients can freely discuss their concerns, whilst also reflecting upon their strengths and motivations for change”

English, Tamil

Minimum age: 6 years old

Interest areas:

  • Adjustment issues
  • Anger management
  • Anxiety
  • Bullying
  • Burnout
  • Couples therapy
  • Custody issues
  • Emotional abuse
  • Family therapy
  • Grief & Loss
  • Learning difficulties
  • Men’s issues
  • Neglect
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenting
  • Physical abuse
  • Relationships
  • School issues
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-development
  • Self-harm
  • Shyness & Social skills deficits
  • Stress
  • Teenagers
  • Trauma
  • Women’s issues
  • Work-related issues
  • Workplace bullying

Education

Bachelor of Science and Psychology

Graduate Diploma in Counselling

Modalities

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Creative and Play Therapy