Jayani Jayatilake , AASW

Jayani Jayatilake is an AASW (Accredited Mental Health Social Worker) based in Queensland, Australia, with over 10 years of professional experience. She creates an open, nonjudgmental space where people can explore their thoughts and feelings and work toward clearer coping strategies and emotional balance. Jayani encourages clients to take the first step toward therapy and honours the courage it takes to begin that process.

Her practice focuses on supporting people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and significant life changes. She also attends to related concerns such as attachment and relationship issues, caregiver stress, chronic health challenges, and family transitions. Jayani combines professional training with a compassionate, practical approach to help clients identify achievable goals and develop skills that fit their daily life.

Throughout her career she has aimed to provide care that is respectful, culturally aware, and responsive to each individual’s needs. Jayani speaks English and Sinhala and brings a steady, empathic presence to therapeutic work, helping people feel understood as they move toward greater resilience and well-being.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Jayani draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in ways that are practical and tailored to each person. One common emphasis is on structured, goal-oriented techniques that break down overwhelming problems into manageable steps - these approaches often help with stress, anxiety, and depression by building specific coping skills and problem-solving strategies.

Another focus is trauma-informed work that prioritizes safety, pacing, and the gradual processing of difficult experiences. This approach aims to support people dealing with trauma, grief, or abuse by attending to emotional regulation and resilience while respecting each person’s readiness to engage.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jayani works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods as progress unfolds. Therapy delivered online can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access support from home, balance appointments with daily responsibilities, and maintain continuity of care even when life is busy or circumstances change.