Welcome to Indus Therapy
Personalised, trauma-informed care for real people.
We specialise in supporting individuals who have had no or negative experiences with therapy. Every story is different — so our approach is tailored to you. We’re here to help you make sense of your experience and move toward long-term, sustainable change.
Why Choose Indus?
Personalised Care
We meet you where you're at — whether you're starting therapy for the first time, or returning after being disappointed elsewhere. We tailor our work to your needs, values, culture, and goals.
Flexible Appointments
After-hours and weekend sessions available to suit your schedule. You shouldn't have to choose between work, family and your mental health.
Evidence-Based Therapy
We use globally recognised, research-backed modalities like:
- EMDR
- CBT
- ACT
- Schema Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
Free Compatibility Call
Feeling unsure? Book a free 10-minute call to see if we're a good fit.
Meet Rishi
Rishi Sharma is an accredited Mental Health Social Worker with experience in trauma, neurodivergence, culturally responsive practice, and mental health-informed leadership.
He works with adults, couples, and families — with a style that’s calm, reflective, and deeply human. Therapy with Rishi is a real conversation, backed by clinical insight and lived experience.
You can also read about Mr Otis → Our mascot, who brings his own kind of comfort.
Services Offered
We support clients experiencing
- Anxiety, depression, stress & burnout
- Neurodivergence: ADHD, Autism
- Men's & Women's Health
- Cross-cultural family stress
- Trauma and PTSD (specialised EMDR care)
- Relationship and parenting support
- Grief, identity, and self-worth challenges
- Family and couples therapy
- Late-diagnosed neurodivergence or suspected traits
We are a good fit for
- Students, professionals, business owners
- Interracial couples, migrants & BIPOC families
- Carers of high-needs individuals
- People with previous negative therapy experiences
Our Therapy Approaches
EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing
The gold standard for trauma therapy.
- Globally recognised and evidence-based first-order treatment for trauma by the WHO
- Reduces distress from PTSD, anxiety, grief, and more
- Helps the brain “unstick” traumatic memories
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. Learn tools for emotional regulation and healthier thinking patterns.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Helps you move toward your values, even when difficult thoughts and feelings show up.
Schema Therapy
Explore deeply rooted patterns developed from early life. Helps change long-term emotional responses.
Motivational Interviewing
Work through ambivalence and find your inner motivation for change.
Other Approaches
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Gestalt Chair Work
- Strength-Based Practice
- Culturally Safe, Trauma-Informed Care
- Group Therapy Facilitation
Clinical Experience
Rishi has provided therapy, training, and supervision in:
- Correctional centres (AOD & offending treatment)
- Schools, hospitals & Big4 consulting firms
- Disaster & critical incident response
- Carers Victoria (carer wellbeing & neurodivergent family support)
- Trauma-informed group programs: yoga, journalling, respectful relationships
Rishi as a Human
Rishi is a nerd at heart. He rides motorcycles, enjoys tattoos, stays in fitness, and loves cooking epic meals. He grew up trying to make sense of neurodivergence, trauma, and culture. Therapy with Rishi isn’t clinical in the cold sense — it’s human, authentic, and real.
Mr Otis, his Frenchie, often joins sessions as a support pup. You’re welcome to request his company if that helps you feel grounded.
Success Stories Shared by Our Customers
Highly recommend Indus-therapy!
Rishi is exceptional, he creates a safe and welcoming space where you can openly discuss your concerns. He is compassionate, empathetic, and truly skilled. I was able to have both zoom and in person sessions which was very convenient. Truly transformative!
Radika
I found Rishi to be very understanding and helpful, and never made me feel judged. I definitely recommend him, especially for clients experiencing severe anxiety or trauma. I felt at ease with him from our first session, which can be very rare when seeking help for difficult situations. I would rate him higher if I could.
Ali Swasbrick
Rishi has personally provided supported, delivered training or has been involved with the following organisations
Rishi has personally provided supported , delivered training or has been involved with the following organisations
The Meaning of Indus
Our name is a nod to the Indus Valley — one of the oldest civilisations, rooted in mindfulness, language, and learning. We honour these origins by making therapy modern, accessible, and grounded in real science and culture.
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