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Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
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Manisha Abraham

Counsellor, PACFA

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Lanark Street, Brunswick East, VIC 3057
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Lanark Street Brunswick East, VIC 3057
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Manisha (they/she) is a queer, neurodivergent, Sri Lankan-Fijian Indian non-binary woman, born and raised in Aotearoa, New Zealand. A person-centred narrative therapist, EMDR practitioner, and resource therapist (parts work), Manisha brings a deep commitment to anti-colonial care. Raised in a bicultural haven, they carry the belief that what's good for Māori is good for all, an ethos woven into both life and practice. Therapy with Manisha is grounded in collective thriving, cultural safety, and the gentle yet powerful art of storytelling.
Manisha’s practice is shaped by a dedication to social justice, human rights, and the transformative power of narrative. Their approach is a constant dance of unlearning and relearning, grounded in anti-colonial frameworks and a deep belief in the healing potential of story and connection.
In their warm, affirming space, Manisha invites you to explore your histories, herstories, and theirstories to honour those who came before and to shape stories of resilience and resistance. Through EMDR, parts work, and narrative therapy, they hold space for healing that is as layered as the lives we live.
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My Practice at a Glance

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Lanark Street

Brunswick East, VIC 3057 map

Whitehall Street

Footscray, VIC 3011 map

I'm accepting new clients in person and online. Send me a message, and we can figure out whether we're the right fit!
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Connect with Manisha Abraham
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Lanark Street

Brunswick East, VIC 3057 map

Whitehall Street

Footscray, VIC 3011 map

I'm accepting new clients in person and online. Send me a message, and we can figure out whether we're the right fit!
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • AHM Health
  • AIA Health
  • Bupa
  • Doctor's
  • Emergency Services Health
  • GMHBA
  • HCF
  • Mildura
  • NDIS
  • Nurses & Midwives Health
  • Phoenix Health
  • Police Health
  • St Luke's
  • Teacher's Union Health
  • Teachers Health
  • Unihealth
  • Westfund
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If you have any financial barriers, please reach out- I'm happy to work with you on pricing.
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
If you have any financial barriers, please reach out- I'm happy to work with you on pricing.
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia Manisha Abraham
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Bachelor's of Counselling, Degree, Graduated 2020
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I am currently pursuing my Master's of Social Work, and I have continued to educate myself through workshops and courses, such as EMDR and Resource Therapy. This further training aligns with my anti-colonial approach to therapy, which is a continuous process of unlearning and learning.
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I am currently pursuing my Master's of Social Work, and I have continued to educate myself through workshops and courses, such as EMDR and Resource Therapy. This further training aligns with my anti-colonial approach to therapy, which is a continuous process of unlearning and learning.
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Expertise and Interests

Practice Areas

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Racial Identity
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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The "issues", I would say, are that most people have learnt not to trust their gut and intuition due to the world we live in. Therapy is a way to reconnect with oneself, identity, and learn to trust one's deep knowing.
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
The "issues", I would say, are that most people have learnt not to trust their gut and intuition due to the world we live in. Therapy is a way to reconnect with oneself, identity, and learn to trust one's deep knowing.
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Endorsement

Calm Centre Therapy
Calm Centre Therapy
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Manisha is a thoughtful, compassionate and highly skilled practitioner who genuinely cares for people!

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

South Asian

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

South Asian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Family Systems
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I predominantly use narrative, emdr and parts work in my practice, I continuously strive to learn new skills to better support my clients on their unique journeys. My approach is rooted in flexibility, ensuring I tailor my therapeutic methods to meet the specific needs and preferences of each individual. Your experience will be characterised by a collaborative, client-centered process.
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I predominantly use narrative, emdr and parts work in my practice, I continuously strive to learn new skills to better support my clients on their unique journeys. My approach is rooted in flexibility, ensuring I tailor my therapeutic methods to meet the specific needs and preferences of each individual. Your experience will be characterised by a collaborative, client-centered process.
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Lanark Street

Brunswick East, VIC 3057

Additional Location

Whitehall Street

Footscray, VIC 3011

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I'm accepting new clients in person and online. Send me a message, and we can figure out whether we're the right fit!
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA
"
I'm accepting new clients in person and online. Send me a message, and we can figure out whether we're the right fit!
Photo of Manisha Abraham, Counsellor, PACFA
Manisha Abraham
Counsellor, PACFA