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Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey, PACFA

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Chacko is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Great news, Chacko is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English, Hindi, and Malayalam
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Australia
Accepts worldwide clients

More about Chacko

  • 12 years' experience
  • Male
  • PACFA

I am credentialed in Australia as a psychotherapy and counselling federation of Australia (PACFA) clinical psychotherapist coming from multi-disciplinary areas including theology, criminology, psychology, and family law, with over 12 years of professional work experience. Iam also an accredited family dispute resolution practitioner (FDRP) with Attorney General's Office in Australia. I provide family and couples therapy, counselling, and family mediation to couples, families, and post-separated families. I have experience in therapeutically and spiritually helping clients from multiple walks of life, including culturally, religiously, spiritually, and linguistically diverse background. I have intensively and extensively worked with clients facing a spectrum of mental health issues, including but not limited to, identity crisis, depression, anxiety, complex trauma, attachment, personality disorders, and relationship issues. I am passionate working with couples, families, children and young people. I work with my clients to create an open, trusted and safe environment where thoughts, emotions, feelings, and sensations can be shared without fear of judgment and/or biased. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take lot of courage and wisdom. I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression Abandonment Adoption and Foster Care Antisocial Personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant Personality Blended Family Issues Body image Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Dependent Personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Eating and Food-Related Issues Emptiness Family Problems Fatherhood Issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Immigration Issues Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual Disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Military and Veterans Issues Mood disorders Multicultural Concerns Narcissism Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality Disorders Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and Discrimination Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sex Addiction Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexual Dysfunction Sexuality Smoking/Vaping Cessation Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic Brain Injury Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • 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
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

  • PACFA · Australia · 23563 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey speak?

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey speaks English, Hindi, and Malayalam.

How many years of experience does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey have?

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey has 12 years of experience.

Where is Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey licensed to practice?

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey is licensed to practice in Australia.

Does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey accept clients outside of Australia?

Yes, Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey accepts clients outside of Australia.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey offer?

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey offers clients 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, Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey?

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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