About Us

At Dear Saathi, we adopt a holistic and compassionate approach to support individuals in regaining control as they navigate challenges, heal from past experiences, and work towards meaningful and desired outcomes. We support you at your own pace, offering counselling, referrals, and connections to community networks, as needed. We are committed to delivering comprehensive support through evidence-based, trauma‑informed, and strength‑focused practices.

Dear Saathi was set up in 2022 by Hamida Parkar, an accredited Social Worker. Click here to view her profile.

What we offer

• Supportive counselling for individuals and groups
• Guidance, advocacy, and helpful referrals
• Training and supervision for professionals

Who we support

We support young people and adults who may be living with:

• Anxiety, depression, trauma, or emotional overwhelm
• The impacts of sexual assault, abuse, or domestic violence
• Grief, loss, or life transitions that feel heavy
• Experiences of inequality, discrimination, or bias
• Challenges with self-confidence, identity, relationships, work, workplace issues, health or wellbeing

How we support

Our practice is grounded in care, respect and strength. We use evidence‑based, trauma‑informed, and encouraging approaches, drawing from narrative therapy, trauma-focused practices, humanistic and recovery models, anti-oppressive work, behavioural techniques, and family systems therapies. We recognise social justice and human rights principles, acknowledging the ways in which oppression and inequality shape mental health and life experiences.

Location

We offer online and telehealth support across Australia and India, with in‑person sessions available in Castle Hill upon request.

Fees

• Face to Face sessions: $180/ 1 hour
• Online/Telehealth: $150/ 1 hour
• NSW Victim Services Referrals: Fees are covered under The Victims Support Scheme, available to anyone who has experienced an act of violence in NSW.​ Click here to find out if you are eligible.

Do I need a referral?

No, you don’t need a referral.

Want to Know More?

It’s completely natural to feel unsure about counselling or the support options available to you. If you’d like to talk through your questions, you’re welcome to call 0417 219 387 anytime for a confidential chat.