Tara Unadkat , AASW

Tara Unadkat is a clinical social worker and counsellor based in Australia who holds AASW accreditation, which indicates membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. She brings more than 16 years of experience working in hospitals, community health services, and mental health settings, and she also runs a private practice that provides services ranging from social welfare support to family therapy.

Tara focuses on helping people navigate general anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, perinatal mental health challenges, carer stress, trauma, grief and loss, eating disorders, and parenting concerns. Her work is driven by a commitment to empower clients to become experts in their own lives, building self-confidence and resilience through practical emotional skills that support recovery and growth.

She approaches each client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she methodically tailors conversations and treatment plans to individual needs. Tara values collaboration and supports clients through the often courageous first step of starting therapy, welcoming the opportunity to accompany them toward greater clarity and calm in everyday life.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Remote Support

Tara commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy alongside client-centered principles. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relational patterns formed in past and current relationships to improve emotional bonds and address issues such as attachment difficulties, separation, and family conflict. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, collaborative relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and tailors support to the individual's pace and goals, helping with self-esteem, coping, and recovery from loss.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Tara works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they adapt methods and focus areas over time to ensure the sessions remain relevant and effective.

Online therapy options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to connect from different locations and schedules. These formats offer flexibility for busy lives, immediate access to support when needed, and continuity of care for those balancing family, work, and caregiving responsibilities, while still working with licensed professionals and experienced therapists.