Dipti Vira, PACFA

Dipti Vira is a compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist and counsellor with more than 10 years of experience across clinical, hospital and private practice settings in India, Singapore and Australia. She brings a blend of clinical insight and practical experience to work with children, adolescents and adults facing a wide range of challenges.

She is PACFA-registered (Clinical), indicating formal registration with a recognised professional body for counselling and psychotherapy. Dipti has trained in several therapeutic approaches, including cognitive therapies, clinical hypnosis and person-centred therapy, and she draws on these methods as appropriate to each person's needs.

Her clinical focus includes support for stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and low self-esteem, and extends to areas such as personality disorders, trauma and grief. Working in an eclectic, client-centred way, she tailors interventions to reflect each client's cultural background and individual circumstances. Dipti is committed to helping people build emotional resilience and make meaningful changes in their lives.

She approaches therapy as a collaborative process and aims to create a supportive environment where taking the first step towards growth is recognised as a courageous choice. Dipti provides guidance and practical tools to help clients navigate life changes and strengthen coping skills.

Therapeutic approaches and how online therapy works

Cognitive therapies help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours. These approaches are commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress and difficulties with mood or coping, offering practical strategies to reframe thoughts and develop new behavioural responses.

Clinical hypnosis uses guided relaxation and focused attention to support changes in perception and habit. It can assist people managing pain, stress, sleep difficulties and certain behavioural concerns by promoting greater self-regulation and calm.

Person-centred therapy prioritises empathy, acceptance and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore their experience and build self-esteem and resilience. This approach is helpful for life transitions, relationship issues and developing a clearer sense of personal goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dipti works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best suit their needs, goals and preferences, and will adjust the plan as therapy progresses in consultation with appropriately qualified or registered professionals when relevant.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging provide flexibility and accessibility, making it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments. These options support continuity of care, allow regular check-ins, and make it simpler for people to access support from their own location.