Herath Abeysekara, AASW
Herath Abeysekara - Accredited social worker
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and communication
- Self esteem and motivation
About Herath Abeysekara
Herath Abeysekara is an accredited mental health social worker based in Queensland, Australia, with six years of professional experience. She holds the AASW credential, which reflects accreditation with the Australian Association of Social Workers and a commitment to professional social work practice. Herath works alongside people navigating stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem concerns, and she also supports those facing relationship challenges, motivation difficulties, and major life changes.
Using an empathic, client-centered stance, she creates a nonjudgmental space where thoughts and emotions can be explored openly. Her approach emphasizes collaboration - helping individuals identify practical strategies, clarify values, and build skills that fit their everyday lives. Sheath’s background includes work with a range of presenting issues from relationship and communication problems to coping with transitions and changes in life circumstances.
Recognizing that seeking help is a courageous step, Herath aims to support each person with patience and respect as they pursue greater well-being and more fulfilling relationships. Her practice focuses on meeting people where they are and working together to find sustainable ways forward.
Using an empathic, client-centered stance, she creates a nonjudgmental space where thoughts and emotions can be explored openly. Her approach emphasizes collaboration - helping individuals identify practical strategies, clarify values, and build skills that fit their everyday lives. Sheath’s background includes work with a range of presenting issues from relationship and communication problems to coping with transitions and changes in life circumstances.
Recognizing that seeking help is a courageous step, Herath aims to support each person with patience and respect as they pursue greater well-being and more fulfilling relationships. Her practice focuses on meeting people where they are and working together to find sustainable ways forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Herath Abeysekara have?
Herath Abeysekara has six years of professional experience.
Is Herath Abeysekara a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the AASW credential, indicating accreditation with the Australian Association of Social Workers.
In which languages does Herath Abeysekara provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Herath Abeysekara located?
She is located in Australia.
How can I work with Herath Abeysekara as my therapist?
You can work with Herath through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Herath Abeysekara work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Herath Abeysekara cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches in Therapy and What Online Care Offers
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, while focusing on values-based actions that increase meaning and purpose. ACT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress when rigid thinking or avoidance becomes a barrier to living well.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape expectations and patterns in current partnerships and connections. This approach supports work on relationship difficulties, trust and attachment issues, and patterns that repeat across relationships through exploration and corrective emotional experiences.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Herath collaborates with each person to determine which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques from different models as needed so the work feels relevant and manageable.
Online therapy with Herath is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which provides flexibility for scheduling and for engaging in the format that feels most comfortable. These options make it easier to access consistent support from a licensed professional while balancing daily responsibilities and geographic constraints.