Deshika Godawattage, BACP
Deshika Godawattage is a counsellor who welcomes people looking for support with depression, stress and anxiety.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
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About Deshika
Deshika Godawattage is a counsellor who welcomes people looking for support with depression, stress and anxiety. She meets people where they are and focuses on their strengths. Deshika aims to make the first steps feel manageable and to offer steady support as clients work towards small, meaningful changes.
She uses a client-centred style that keeps the conversation about the person in front of her. Sessions are guided by what each person needs most, whether that is sorting through painful feelings, building motivation, or improving confidence.
Background and approach
The pace is set by the client and Deshika follows their lead while offering gentle reflection. Deshika holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings four years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. That experience includes helping people cope with grief, family conflict, relationship strain and workplace stress.
She also supports people facing trauma, panic attacks, sleep problems and issues linked to identity and sexuality. Her practice pays attention to how culture and background shape a person’s challenges. She also works with concerns such as attachment, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and neurodiversity including autism and Asperger syndrome.
Conversations are practical and focused on what can change now. Sessions are available in English and Sinhala and can be arranged through online formats. Deshika aims to help people build tools and greater self-understanding so they can move forward with more confidence.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 400118 | March 2027 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Deshika works with
Everything Deshika lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Jealousy
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Deshika lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
The therapist will use this person-led style to help identify what matters most and which steps feel achievable. That makes it easier to try small changes between sessions, review what worked, and adjust plans together. Deciding on the right approach is a collaborative process that draws on the client's needs, goals and preferences.
Online formats offer practical flexibility for ongoing work. Video calls let the counsellor and client keep face-to-face contact for deeper conversations. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a busy day. Live chat or text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer writing their thoughts. These options help make therapy possible around work, family life and different time zones, while keeping the focus on steady progress and usable skills.
Frequently asked
What concerns can I bring to sessions?
Common concerns include stress, anxiety, depression, grief, family issues, relationship strain, sleep problems, trauma and anger. The therapist also works with career worries, self-esteem, bipolar-related issues and ADHD-related challenges.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
The approach is client-centred, which means sessions follow the client's priorities and pace. The counsellor reflects back what she hears and helps clients explore their own solutions.
What background and experience does the counsellor have?
She has four years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom, supporting people with a wide range of emotional and practical concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
The counsellor holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy credential, and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and Sinhala, and the counsellor accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the counsellor's availability.
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