Kanaka Kalidindi, Dip.Couns

I am a caring, empathetic and mature person with a passion to help people. I have 10 years of work experience in the field of social development working as a Case Manager and Trainer/Facilitator at Ministry of Social Development, (Work and Income, NZ), New Zealand. As a case manager it was my responsibility to understand the manifold needs of the clients including, family relationships, financial needs, psychological and emotional needs and help them to overcome their issues and integrate with the society and lead a life with dignity. Turning this wealth of life experience into a professional qualification, I completed a Diploma in Professional Counseling Australian Institute of Professional Counselors, (AIPC) and currently am an International member of Australian Counseling Association. Most recent work experience includes working as a Service Manager leading a team of psychologists and social workers in Women and Children support center. Here I worked with women and children affected by violence such as sexual abuse and domestic violence. My counseling expertise includes a range of issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, family counseling, and marital counseling. I have a good insight into different counseling techniques including CBT, Person Centered therapy, Solution focused therapy, narrative therapy, group therapy and family therapy. Currently I am self employed under the name Koru Counselling, since March 2020. I am working with a few clients providing online counseling services.