Sowndarya Sankarakrishnan, AASW

Sowndarya Sankarakrishnan is a social worker with seven years of experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict and low mood. She has worked in acute social work in the women and children space, providing support to pregnant women, new parents and children navigating complex health and social circumstances.

Sowndarya brings a compassionate, culturally informed style to her practice, meeting people with respect, sensitivity and genuine care. She works collaboratively with clients to explore what matters most to them and to develop practical, meaningful plans that are tailored to each person or family's unique needs. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques and shaped by her background in social work with diverse populations.

Recognising that reaching out for support takes courage, Sowndarya focuses on creating a respectful, attentive space where clients can address immediate concerns and work toward longer term goals. She holds the credential AASW, which indicates membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers and reflects a professional background in social work.

Evidence-informed approaches for accessible online care

Sowndarya draws on evidence-informed social work practice to support individuals and families across life transitions and relationship stress. One approach focuses on practical, problem-focused strategies to manage stress and anxiety - helping clients develop coping skills, structure routines and address unhelpful patterns that interfere with daily functioning. Another approach emphasises family-centred work, exploring relationship dynamics, communication and conflict resolution to support healthier interactions within couples and families. She also offers perinatal and early parenting support tailored to the needs of pregnant people and new parents, addressing emotional adjustment and practical parenting concerns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Sowndarya works collaboratively with clients, discussing goals and preferences to identify which evidence-informed techniques are the best fit and adjusting the plan as needs evolve. This collaborative approach helps ensure care aligns with each person's circumstances and values.

Online therapy with Sowndarya is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions around work, family and daily life, and to maintain continuity of care when in-person appointments are difficult. Appropriately qualified or registered professionals and therapists can use these modes effectively to deliver meaningful, goal-oriented support.