Dr Gurvinder Kalra

Ms Thishya Abeyanayake

(ABN: 33 648 289 570)

Accredited Counsellor

As an accredited Counsellor and mental Health Social Worker, Thishya understands the unique mental health challenges faced by individuals. Although skilled in working with individuals of all ages, Thishya’s primary focus is supporting young people and their families. From navigating emotional struggles to fostering healthy social relationships, and understanding mental health diagnosis, Thishya can provide comprehensive support tailored to everyone’s needs.

With expertise in Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Thishya provides a holistic approach to mental health support. By integrating biological, psychological, and social factors into treatment, Thishya helps individuals address their challenges effectively and achieve sustainable progress. With extensive experience in working in both community and tertiary sectors, Thishya’s compassionate and person-centred approach empowers individuals to explore their strengths, overcome obstacles, and achieve greater well-being.

Ms Thishya’s credentials include

  • Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

  • Bachelor of Social Work

  • Graduate Diploma in Clinical Family Therapy

  • Masters in Clinical Family Therapy

Ms Abeyanayake Speaks

  • English

  • Hindi

CLINIC HOURS

Mon – Fri 08:00 – 19:00
Saturday 08:00 – 16:00
Sunday 08:00 – 16:00
Public Holidays* 08:00 – 16:00

* Except Christmas Day, Good Friday and Easter

  • 10 O’Brien Parade, 

    Pakenham 3810

  •  +61 03 5925 7777

  •  +61 03 5947 6860

WHEN HEALTH MATTERS MOST

For us, health is a priority. We strongly believe better health leads to a stronger community. Together we can redefine local care.

Areas of Interest

  • Anxiety and depression

  • Post-natal depression

  • Psycho-education & Psychotherapy

  • Cognitive behavioural therapy / CBT

  • Counselling

  • Self-esteem and assertiveness

  • School readiness and refusal

  • Resilience and coping

  • Learning issues

  • Family issues

  • Challenging and abnormal behaviours

  • Attention difficulties (e.g. ADHD)

  • Anger issues

  • Adaptive functioning (self-care and independent functioning)

  • Grief counselling

  • Child psychology

  • ADHD

  • Autism spectrum disorder

Our Promise

Quality care, closer to home

Here at Mercy Family Doctors, we are committed to making communities healthier. Caring for you means more than just diagnosis and treatment. It is about providing quality care where you and our local community call home.