Saijel Dheda, ACA

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

Great news, Saijel is accepting new clients!: She is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Australia

More about Saijel

5 years' experience
Female
ACA

I am a Registered Counselling Therapist, I have experience working with families, teenagers, individuals and couples, I have worked predominantly with families and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds across New Zealand and Australia.

I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling from the University of Auckland, with training in trauma-informed practice, family therapy, and cross-cultural counselling. My clinical work centres around identity, migration, colonisation, and intergenerational trauma.

I have experience with Parenting, Domestic Violence, Anxiety, LGBTQ, adolescence, children and couples, Depression, Low Self esteem, Women's issues, Complex childhood trauma.

My past clients have commented on my ability to build rapport, be relatable and that I have genuine empathy for them and their circumstances. I have always been reliable and present for them as clients, providing them with the support they are seeking allowing them to feel comfortable in a non judgemental space.

Specialties

Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Domestic violence Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Pregnancy and childbirth Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Mindfulness Therapy

Licenses

ACA · Australia · 82282 · Renews June 2026

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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Saijel Dheda offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Saijel Dheda 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 Saijel Dheda speak?

Saijel Dheda speaks English.

How many years of experience does Saijel Dheda have?

Saijel Dheda has 5 years of experience.

Where is Saijel Dheda licensed to practice?

Saijel Dheda is licensed to practice in Australia.

Does Saijel Dheda accept clients outside of Australia?

No, Saijel Dheda does not accept 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 Saijel Dheda offer?

Saijel Dheda offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy.

How can I communicate with Saijel Dheda?

Saijel Dheda 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 Saijel Dheda?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

When you tap CHAT NOW 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.