Very knowledgeable, highly intelligent and empathic with a depth of understanding that belies his spiritual understanding of our plight.
Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey, PACFA
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Chacko is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Chacko. View 1 review
- Great news, Chacko is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English, Hindi, and Malayalam
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Australia
Recent reviews
More about Chacko
- 12 years' experience
- Male
- PACFA
I am credentialed in Australia as a psychotherapy and counselling federation of Australia (PACFA) clinical psychotherapist coming from multi-disciplinary areas including theology, criminology, psychology, and family law, with over 12 years of professional work experience. Iam also an accredited family dispute resolution practitioner (FDRP) with Attorney General's Office in Australia. I provide family and couples therapy, counselling, and family mediation to couples, families, and post-separated families. I have experience in therapeutically and spiritually helping clients from multiple walks of life, including culturally, religiously, spiritually, and linguistically diverse background. I have intensively and extensively worked with clients facing a spectrum of mental health issues, including but not limited to, identity crisis, depression, anxiety, complex trauma, attachment, personality disorders, and relationship issues. I am passionate working with couples, families, children and young people. I work with my clients to create an open, trusted and safe environment where thoughts, emotions, feelings, and sensations can be shared without fear of judgment and/or biased. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take lot of courage and wisdom. I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hearing impaired
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
- PACFA · Australia · 23563 · Expires June 2025
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.
Reviews for Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Very knowledgeable, highly intelligent and empathic with a depth of understanding that belies his spiritual understanding of our plight.
Frequently asked questions
Does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey 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 Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey speak?
Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey speaks English, Hindi, and Malayalam.
How many years of experience does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey have?
Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey has 12 years of experience.
Where is Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey licensed to practice?
Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey is licensed to practice in Australia.
Does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey accept clients outside of Australia?
No, Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey 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 Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey offer?
Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey?
Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey 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 Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey?
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.
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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.