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Abhishek Chavan

Therapist / counsellor · Australia

Abhishek Chavan, AASW

Understanding and practical support for everyday stress

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  • Focus on carers stress
  • Attachment and emotions
  • CBT for mood

About Abhishek

Abhishek Chavan offers practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, sleep problems, low self-esteem or career uncertainty. He writes in a straightforward way and aims to help people find clearer steps forward. He welcomes conversations about motivation, confidence and mood changes. Sessions are intended to be a calm place to talk without judgement.

Abhishek uses a blend of approaches that focus on relationships, emotional experience and thinking patterns. He listens to what matters most to each person and tailors conversations to their day-to-day needs. That might mean working on how early attachment patterns affect current relationships, or practising thought and behaviour changes to ease anxiety and low mood.

He brings three years of professional experience in Australia and holds AASW credentials. He works in English, Hindi and Marathi, and does not take international clients. People who care for others may find it useful to note he has experience with caregiver issues and stress.

In sessions Abhishek aims to help people build small, practical tools. That can include clearer communication skills, managing impulses, and tackling shame or guilt. He also supports people dealing with chronic pain, life transitions such as separation, and questions about life purpose or money stress.

To begin, people usually complete an initial matching step and then arrange sessions that suit their schedule. Abhishek aims to empower people to make steady changes rather than promising instant fixes.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

AASW · Australia

Languages

English, Hindi, Marathi

How Abhishek’s approaches work online and in sessions

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape present feelings and reactions. It can help people who notice repeating relationship problems or who struggle with trust and closeness. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in front of the counsellor - listening deeply, reflecting back what is said and letting the individual lead the pace of change. This approach is useful for building self-esteem and finding personal direction.

Finding the right method is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, personal preferences and what feels most useful, then adapt sessions as needed. The process is collaborative and designed to match approach to the problem and the person, not force a single way of working.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy routine and reducing travel time so appointments are easier to keep. Online work can also make it simpler to have shorter check-ins when needed or to choose audio-only contact if that feels less demanding. Because session formats are not specified here, confirm current online and in-person options before booking to ensure they match your needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, low self-esteem, career difficulties and depression, along with related issues such as abandonment, body image and caregiver stress.

What is his counselling style like?

He creates an open, non-judgemental space and uses gentle, practical conversations to explore feelings and actions.

How much experience does he have?

He has three years of professional experience working in Australia.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is listed with AASW and works in Australia.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English, Hindi and Marathi.

Can people outside Australia join?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs handled?

Costs vary by location and availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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