- Stress and anxiety
- Self-esteem work
- Communication skills
About Dinesha
Dinesha Wickramarachchi is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with six years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and concerns around self-esteem and anger.
She helps people who feel isolated or struggle with social situations and social anxiety and phobia. She also addresses guilt, shame, control issues, and problems with communication. Sessions focus on practical steps that make everyday social interactions feel more manageable.
Dinesha’s way of working emphasizes building self-love and clearer communication. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to break down patterns that keep people stuck. Conversations are aimed at identifying small, doable changes rather than overwhelming plans.
Her background includes six years of clinical practice with a range of people from different backgrounds. Dinesha draws on that experience to offer straightforward strategies for managing anxiety and improving relationships. She helps clients recognize the behaviors and thoughts that reinforce stress and then practices alternatives together.
People can expect a steady, focused approach that centers on real-world problems. Dinesha supports clients in developing skills for anger management, improving self-esteem, and addressing trauma-related responses. She encourages gradual progress and frequent practical check-ins to track what works.
Approaches that translate to online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to address anxiety, trauma responses, and relationship patterns. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that fuel anxiety; it helps people practice small behavioral experiments and step-by-step exposure to feared social situations. Another approach concentrates on communication skills and relational patterns, teaching concrete ways to express needs, set boundaries, and reduce conflict in everyday interactions.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. Over the first few sessions the plan can be adjusted based on what feels most useful and manageable.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so sessions can happen from different locations. These practical benefits help make regular work on social anxiety and communication skills easier to maintain alongside daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Sinhala
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, and self-esteem issues, plus related concerns like guilt, shame, and social anxiety and phobia.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style uses evidence-based techniques and practical exercises. Sessions emphasize clear communication and small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and improve relationships.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of clinical experience working with people from diverse backgrounds.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA LMFT) and practices in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Sinhala.
Can I work with her from another country?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.