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Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am credentialed in Australia as a psychotherapy and counselling federation of Australia (PACFA) clinical psychotherapist coming from multi-disciplinary areas including theology, criminology, psychology, and family law, with over 12 years of professional work experience. I am also an accredited family dispute resolution practitioner (FDRP) with Attorney General’s Office in Australia. I provide therapy of individuals, families and couples, and family mediation to couples, families, and post-separated families. I have experience in working therapeutically and spiritually integrative, helping clients coming from multiple walks of life, including culturally, religiously, spiritually, and linguistically diverse background. I have intensively and extensively worked with clients facing a spectrum of mental health issues, including but not limited to, identity crisis, depression, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, attachment, personality disorders, and relationship issues. I am passionate working with couples, families, children and young people. I work with my clients to create an open, trusted and safe environment where thoughts, emotions, feelings, and sensations can be shared without fear of judgment and/or biased. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy session can take lot of courage and wisdom. I am proud of you for getting started!

Years Experience: 12
Location: Australia, Australia
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Gender: Male
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number:
Credentials:
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Malayalam
Licenses: PACFA #23563 exp 2026-06-30
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family, Trauma and abuse, Depression, Male therapist, Christian, Gay, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey

Experienced PACFA clinical psychotherapist
  • Couples and family therapy
  • Trauma and anxiety support
  • Family mediation specialist

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About

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey is credentialed in Australia as a psychotherapy and counselling federation of Australia (PACFA) clinical psychotherapist and brings over 12 years of professional experience informed by multidisciplinary study in theology, criminology, psychology and family law.

He is also an accredited family dispute resolution practitioner (FDRP) with the Attorney General’s Office in Australia, offering therapy to individuals, couples and families as well as family mediation services for couples, families and post-separated families.

Chacko works in therapeutically and spiritually integrative ways, supporting people from culturally, religiously, spiritually and linguistically diverse backgrounds. He has extensive experience addressing a broad range of mental health concerns, including identity crisis, depression, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, attachment difficulties, personality disorders and relationship issues.

He is particularly passionate about working with couples, families, children and young people and aims to foster an open, trusted and safe space where thoughts, emotions, feelings and sensations can be explored without fear of judgment or bias. Taking the first step to begin therapy can take courage and wisdom, and he acknowledges and supports those who decide to start that process.

Location: Australia, Australia
Years Experience: 12
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Malayalam
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family, Trauma and abuse, Depression, Male therapist, Christian, Gay, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials:
  • NPI Number:
  • License: PACFA #23563 exp 2026-06-30

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How much experience does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey have?

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey has 12 years’ experience providing therapy services.

In which languages does Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey provide therapy?

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey provides therapy in English, Hindi, Malayalam.

Where is Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey located?

Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey is located in Australia.

How can I work with Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey as my therapist?

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How much does therapy with Chacko (James) Vadayil Varkey cost?

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