- Person-centred approach
- Trauma-informed care
- Practical tools
About Maitri
Maitri Dhingra is an ACA counsellor with five years' experience working in Australia. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and the effects of trauma and abuse. Maitri focuses on early intervention and recovery-oriented support to help people regain balance and confidence.
She practices in a person-centred, trauma-informed way. Sessions aim to be non-judgemental and respectful so people feel heard. Maitri treats each person as the expert in their own life and looks for strengths to build on.
In sessions she offers practical tools alongside open listening. Conversations often cover communication problems, self-esteem, attachment concerns and forgiveness work. Maitri also supports people facing isolation, caregiver stress, body image concerns and financial or immigration-related strain.
Her approach is collaborative and paced to each person. She explains options and helps clients choose strategies that fit their goals. Maitri emphasises realistic steps and skills people can use between sessions.
People who want straightforward, empathetic support find her style accessible. She speaks English and Hindi and has experience across clinical, community and corporate settings. Those interested in starting work with her complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Person-centred work focuses on the person’s own goals and strengths. The therapist listens closely and helps people identify what matters to them, then supports choices and self-directed change. This approach suits people wanting gentle, collaborative support.Trauma-informed care means sessions take past hurt into account and move at a pace the person can manage. It prioritises safety, respect and stabilising skills, and is often used when working with anxiety, trauma responses and relationship distress.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and suggest options. Together they will try methods that fit the person’s situation and change course if something is not helpful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow quicker check-ins on difficult days. It also lets people use quieter surroundings, schedule shorter sessions around work breaks or avoid being on camera when that feels better. Discuss practical arrangements with the therapist when you schedule to find what suits you best.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English, Hindi
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Maitri commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and low self-esteem. Additional areas include attachment, body image, caregiver stress and coping after disasters.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Maitri uses a person-centred, trauma-informed approach focused on listening and collaboration. Sessions combine empathetic listening with practical strategies to try between meetings.
What is her background and experience?
She has five years of professional experience in Australia across clinical, community and corporate settings. Her work emphasises early intervention and recovery-oriented care.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an ACA counsellor based in Australia. The ACA credential is shown as provided in her profile.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Hindi only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.