- Client-Centred Therapy
- Guilt and shame
- Multicultural concerns
About Deshika
Deshika Godawattage is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and motivation, and relational concerns. She also supports people dealing with trauma, workplace pressures, ADHD and issues where guilt and shame are present.
She frames the person as the expert in their own story. Sessions focus on listening closely and helping people identify their own resources. Conversations are practical and straightforward, aimed at making small changes that feel manageable.
Her approach uses client-centred therapy, which emphasises understanding a person's perspective without judgement. That way of working can help when someone is feeling overwhelmed by shame, stuck in guilt, or unsure how to move forward after loss or a difficult relationship.
Deshika is comfortable working with multicultural concerns and with people from LGBT communities. She also addresses attachment issues, jealousy, panic attacks, phobias and social anxiety in sessions. Her work includes support for pregnancy and childbirth related worries and common young adult and workplace issues.
Sessions are offered in English and Sinhala. For people who want to begin, she asks them to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How client-centred therapy works online
Client-Centred Therapy places the person's experience at the centre of sessions. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and supports people to make sense of difficult feelings. This approach is often useful for shame, guilt, anxiety and problems tied to relationships or grief.Working online with a Client-Centred style typically keeps the focus on clear listening and practical next steps. Sessions usually involve gentle questioning and reflective speaking so a person can notice their strengths and small changes. That process can help when someone is managing panic, low mood, or social anxiety.
Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and how the sessions feel, and together you will decide what to try and when to adjust the approach. This is a collaborative process rather than a fixed plan.
The practical benefits of online sessions include being able to fit appointments around work or family commitments and avoiding travel time. If you want to confirm which session formats are offered, check the session options before booking so you know whether phone or video is available. Many people find that online sessions make it easier to keep continuity of care and to attend regular check-ins.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Sinhala
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of difficulties does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, relationship concerns and challenges involving guilt and shame.
How would she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses a client-centred approach that focuses on listening and understanding your perspective to help you make manageable changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with adults on a range of mental health and life concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Sinhala.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions operate via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.