Nirekha De Silva , ACA

Nirekha De Silva is a licensed counsellor in Australia with 20 years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety and challenges related to addiction. She combines practical skills in areas such as anger management, motivation, self-esteem and confidence with a compassionate, client-centered stance that respects each person’s background and lived experience.

She tailors conversation and treatment plans to fit the unique needs of every client, working collaboratively to identify goals and build practical strategies for coping with life changes. Her approach emphasizes sensitivity and respect while helping clients develop clearer coping skills, stronger relationships and renewed motivation for change.

Holding the ACA credential - an affiliation with a professional counselling association - she brings both experience and a commitment to ongoing practice. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and Nirekha De Silva offers steady support and practical guidance throughout that process.

Approaches That Guide Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take action toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often used for anxiety, worry and difficulties with motivation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to change them. It is commonly applied to stress, anxiety, depression and coping with life transitions.

Nirekha De Silva works collaboratively with clients to find the best therapeutic approach for their needs, goals and preferences. Licensed professionals often adapt techniques from different approaches to create a personalized plan, and the therapist will involve the client in choosing methods that feel like the best fit.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions via video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from home while working together on practical strategies and goals.