About Me & Core Centered Counselling

Hi, I’m Meena, and I’m here to support you through life’s challenges and transitions with empathy, understanding, and practical tools for growth. As the founder of Core Centered Counselling, my mission is to help you reconnect with your inner strength, find clarity, and embrace meaningful change.

My own journey has shaped who I am as a counsellor. I come from a multi-cultural background, with my personal identity significantly shaped by exposure to and the internalisation of multiple cultural origins, beliefs, practices, languages, and values. I therefore have an open-minded and gentle approach to counselling, as well as a deep appreciation for diversity and resilience.

I have helped clients facing

• stress

• overwhelm

• anxiety

• issues within their relationships

• vicarious grief

• bullying

I’m bilingual in Hindi and English, and I have beginner-level fluency in Marathi and Bengali, which allows me to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Work with me toward Understanding Your Core Counselling Goals

With a professional background spanning over 20 years as an academic librarian and my current qualification as a Certified Practising Counsellor of PACFA, I bring a wealth of experience in supporting individuals through change. My enriching work placement with counselling Support Coordinators in Turkish community, deepened my understanding of working with people facing complex life situations, and I’ve seen firsthand how tailored support can make a difference.

At Core Centered Counselling, I integrate evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and somatic healing techniques, alongside a person-centered approach that ensures your unique needs are always the focus.

I provide personalised, compassionate support designed to help you achieve lasting mental and emotional wellbeing in ways that truly fit your life.

If you’re managing anxiety, stress, or depression:
✤ Together, we’ll develop practical tools to help you feel calmer, regulate your emotions, and reduce overwhelm in your daily routine

If you’re a tertiary student facing study pressures:
✤ I’ll support you to manage academic stress, boost motivation, and find balance between study, work, and personal life for greater wellbeing and success

If you’re adjusting to big life changes like moving to Australia or starting a new job:
✤ I offer culturally sensitive counselling tailored to your experience, helping you build confidence and resilience through transitions

If you’re healing from trauma or working through complex emotions:
✤ I provide trauma-informed care focused on emotional regulation, self-compassion, and empowerment in a safe, supportive space

Offering flexible appointments both in Melbourne and online, at Core Centered Counselling, you’ll find a dedicated partner committed to guiding you through meaningful change on your unique journey.

Trust the journey and feel the change with counselling that brings calm, confidence, and satisfaction with what you’ve achieved.

Why Core Centered Counselling?

You are not just a mind or body - You are both. At Core Centered Counselling, I use trauma-informed talk therapy, mindfulness and somatic (body-based) practices like gentle movement and breathwork to support emotional regulation, reduce stress and reconnect you with your sense of meaning and purpose.

The name “Core Centered Counselling” reflects my belief that, healing and transformation begin at your core—emotionally, mentally, and physically. Thus, my counselling approach is centered around your core conditions.

My aim is to guide you in reconnecting with your strengths and building a sense of balance and calm so you can face life’s challenges with renewed confidence.

Guiding you to trust the journey and feel the change through counselling, movement, and mindful well-being practices.

• Evidence-based counselling

• Somatic & body-aware approaches

• Multicultural sensitivity

• Online or in-person (Melbourne, Australia)

“Trust the Journey, Feel the Change”

This tagline embodies the essence of my practice. Trusting the journey means allowing yourself to lean into growth and transformation, even when the path feels uncertain. Feeling the change is about experiencing the tangible, positive shifts that come when you commit to your well-being—whether it’s finding peace, building resilience, or rediscovering your purpose.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck, know that you don’t have to face it alone. I’d be honored to support you as you take the next step in your journey toward a brighter, more fulfilling life.

My Qualifications and Certifications

• Master of Counselling (Monash University, 2024)

• Master of Business Information Technology (RMIT University, 2011)

• Bachelor of Business, Information & Knowledge Management (RMIT University, 2008)

• Studio Pilates Matwork, Reformer Pilates and Wunda Chair Certifications (2021 -2022)

• Standard Mental Health First Aider until 13/10/2026 (Mental Health First Aid Australia)

• Yoga Teacher Training Advanced Diploma - 350 hours (Australian Yoga Academy, 2025-2026)