Sowndarya Sankarakrishnan, AASW

Sowndarya Sankarakrishnan is a social worker who supports individuals and families navigating stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, and low mood. Drawing on experience in acute social work within the women and children space, she has worked with pregnant people, new parents, and children facing complex health and social circumstances. She brings a compassionate and culturally informed perspective, meeting people with respect, sensitivity, and genuine care as they work through practical and emotional challenges.

Sowndarya emphasizes collaborative goal setting, helping clients identify what matters most and co-creating plans that feel meaningful and tailored to each person or family. She holds AASW, which denotes membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers and reflects professional standing as a social worker in Australia. Reaching out for support can feel difficult, and Sowndarya recognizes the courage it takes to begin. She aims to offer steady, person-centered guidance so clients can move toward clearer choices and improved coping in their daily lives.

Evidence-based approaches for stress, relationships, and perinatal care

Sowndarya uses evidence-based techniques that teach practical coping skills for stress and anxiety, helping clients learn strategies for managing overwhelming thoughts, reducing physical tension, and improving daily functioning. These skill-focused approaches are useful for people facing work pressure, persistent worry, or mood difficulties.

She also works with relationship- and family-focused methods that explore patterns of interaction, communication styles, and boundaries to improve connection and resolve conflict. These approaches aim to help couples and family members develop clearer communication and more effective ways of handling disagreements.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sowndarya takes a collaborative stance. She will work with clients to identify goals, consider preferences, and adapt techniques so the plan fits each person or family.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to attend from home or during a break at work. This range of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit therapy into a busy schedule, and access support when life circumstances make in-person visits difficult.