Dr. Dhakshi Gamage

Dr. Dhakshi Gamage is a registered Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience supporting adults and older adults in public mental health and ACC-funded services. She is known for her compassionate, open-minded, and non-judgmental approach, and for being a warm and attentive listener. Dhakshi draws on evidence-based therapies, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centred Therapy. She has worked with people facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and substance dependence. She also has particular expertise in supporting people to adjust to life-changing physical injuries, including both traumatic and acquired brain injuries. Dhakshi works collaboratively with her clients to help them achieve their goals, build resilience, and improve their quality of life.