Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran, AASW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Mathialakan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Great news, Mathialakan is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Australia
More about Mathialakan
- 12 years' experience
- Male
- AASW
Patrick is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 17 years of experience supporting individuals and communities across Australia. Of Chinese-Indian heritage and originally from Malaysia, Patrick brings a deeply nuanced, intersectional lens to their practice—one shaped by their lived experience as a queer, non-binary person of colour navigating diasporic, colonial, and cross-cultural identities.
Their approach is relational, affirming, and trauma-informed, drawing on both clinical expertise and a profound understanding of how systems of power, culture, migration, gender, and sexuality intersect to shape mental health and wellbeing. Patrick is particularly passionate about working with clients whose identities sit at the margins—those who have been overlooked or misunderstood by mainstream services. Their practice is rooted in social justice, cultural humility, and the belief that healing is not just individual but collective.
Patrick has an eclectic and person-centred approach to counselling. He integrates cognitive behaviour therapy, mindfulness, narrative therapy, art therapy, EFT and psychodynamic approaches.
Special Interest:
· Grief and bereavement processing (especially disenfranchised grief processing)
· LGBTIQA+ related work inclusive of gender diversity
· Depression
· Anxiety
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- AASW · Australia · 452787 · Expires June 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran speak?
Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran speaks English.
How many years of experience does Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran have?
Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran has 12 years of experience.
Where is Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran licensed to practice?
Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran is licensed to practice in Australia.
Does Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran accept clients outside of Australia?
No, Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran does not accept clients outside of Australia.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran offer?
Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran?
Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Mathialakan "Patrick" A Manimaran?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.