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Tara Unadkat, AASW

Clinical Social Worker focusing on family and trauma
  • Family and relationship therapy
  • Grief and loss support
  • Eating disorder care

About Tara Unadkat

Tara Unadkat is a Clinical Social Worker and Counsellor in Australia with over 16 years of experience working in hospitals, community health and mental health settings. She holds the AASW credential (Australian Association of Social Workers), indicating her formal affiliation with the national body for social workers.

Alongside her clinical roles, Tara runs a private practice that offers a spectrum of services from social welfare support to family therapy. Her work focuses on helping people manage general anxiety, relationship and family conflict, perinatal mental health, carer stress, trauma, grief and loss, eating disorders and parenting concerns.

Tara's approach centers on empowering individuals to become the experts of their own lives. She supports clients to build self confidence and resilience by teaching practical skills and emotional strategies that help them respond to adversity more effectively.

She works with respect, sensitivity and compassion, and she methodically tailors conversation and treatment plans to meet each personâs unique needs. Tara recognizes the courage it can take to begin therapy and is committed to supporting clients as they move toward greater clarity and peace.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Family conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Tara Unadkat have?

Tara Unadkat has 16 years of professional experience working across hospitals, community health and mental health settings, as well as in private practice.

Is Tara Unadkat a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the AASW credential, which stands for the Australian Association of Social Workers.

In which languages does Tara Unadkat provide therapy?

Tara provides therapy in English.

Where is Tara Unadkat located?

Tara is located in Australia.

How can I work with Tara Unadkat as my therapist?

You can work with Tara through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Tara Unadkat work with international clients?

Tara Unadkat does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tara Unadkat cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Fit Your Needs?

For many common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or navigating life changes, online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions. This option makes it possible to address a wide range of issues without sacrificing the core benefits of therapeutic work.

One major advantage is flexibility - clients can choose the communication method that fits their schedule and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat or in-app messaging. That variety makes it simpler to integrate therapy into a busy life and to maintain continuity during transitions.

Licensed professionals provide care through these same channels, and clients may switch therapists if they want a different fit. For many people, remote sessions offer a practical, accessible route to consistent therapeutic support.

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