Dr Shikha Gray tailors therapy to you, whether you come to therapy as an individual or a couple. She has been rigorously trained in a range of therapy techniques and methods, which she uses based on your unique needs, hopes and wishes. In particular, Shikha is passionate about helping people develop deeper insight into their presenting problems, gain self-acceptance and make the changes they desire in their internal, external and relational world. Please visit Shikha's website (www.shikhagray.com.au) for more information about her qualifications, training and approach to therapy.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Buddhist, Hindu, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Pacific Islander, Persons with Disabilities, Sikh, Women clients.
Languages: English, Hindi
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Education & Credentials
Dr Shikha Gray PhD, MPsych(Couns)
- Female
- License # PSY0001896064
- Licensed in Australia
- Practicing Since 2015
Education: PhD and Masters of Psychology (Counselling) - Monash University; Bachelor of Science (Psychology, Honours) - Sydney University
Finances
Fees
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I offer a reduced fee for those experiencing financial hardship.
- Accepts Insurance
- Sessions are eligible for medicare-rebate if you have a Mental Health Care Plan. You may also be able to access subsidies through your private health insurance (depending on your coverage).
Dr Shikha Gray Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Elwood, VIC 3184 and Melbourne, VIC
- Available Online for residents of Australia, India, New Zealand