- Gentle and interactive
- Practical coping skills
- Focus on values
About Deboshmita
Deboshmita "Diya" Bhanja is an ACA counsellor practising in Australia with six years of clinical experience. She works with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and life transitions. Diya also supports those facing relationship strain, parenting challenges, career stress, ADHD and addiction concerns.
Her approach is warm and interactive. Sessions are offered without judgement, and she aims to treat each person with sensitivity and respect. Diya focuses on practical steps that can make daily life feel more manageable.
Diya draws on several evidence-based methods to shape therapy to each person. She uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to tackle unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people move toward what matters to them. Client-Centred ideas guide the pace, keeping the conversation attuned to the client's needs.
People who have experienced trauma or emotional abuse can expect a calm, steady presence in sessions. Diya works to build safety, stabilise distress, and create small, achievable goals to rebuild confidence and coping skills. She avoids stigmatising labels and centres the person over a diagnosis.
Her style is gentle and compassionate but also practical. Diya offers coaching elements when clients want clear strategies for change. She welcomes people who are ready to take the first steps toward a more fulfilling life and supports them through that process.
How Diya’s approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, values-driven steps despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and life direction concerns. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and practising new ways of thinking and coping; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression and sleep problems. Client-Centred Therapy keeps the pace led by the client, offering an empathic, nonjudgemental space that supports self-exploration and decision making.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively to match methods to a person's needs, goals and preferences. That may mean combining ACT techniques with CBT exercises or using a Client-Centred stance while practising new skills together.
If you are considering online therapy, check the available session options before booking. Confirming formats helps plan how therapy fits into everyday life, such as using shorter check-ins on a busy day or choosing options that don't require video when bandwidth is limited. Online work can make it easier to schedule sessions around work, reduce travel time and allow regular contact while you put new strategies into practice.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Diya commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and sleep problems, among many other issues such as ADHD, addictions and trauma-related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
Diya describes her style as warm, compassionate and interactive, with a practical focus on building skills and small achievable goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of experience working in clinical practice in Australia.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an ACA counsellor based in Australia.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Diya?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.