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Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama, LCPC, LPC

Experienced counselor for anxiety and life transitions
  • Trauma informed care
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Relationship support

About Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama

Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama brings more than 20 years of professional experience to her counseling practice, offering steady support for people navigating depression, stress, anxiety, motivation concerns, self-esteem and confidence issues, career difficulties, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Licensed in New York, New Jersey, Arizona, Oregon, Nevada, and Virginia, she combines broad clinical experience in national and international settings with a practical, compassionate approach. She holds LCPC and LPC credentials - LCPC refers to a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and LPC means Licensed Professional Counselor - and uses those training frameworks to guide collaborative care.

Dr. Subawickrama fosters an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and emotions can be explored honestly and safely. She works with individuals to clarify goals, build coping skills, and address patterns that contribute to ongoing distress. Beginning therapy can feel like a significant step, and she recognizes the courage involved in seeking help, supporting each person through the early stages of engagement and throughout the therapeutic process.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama have?

Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds LCPC and LPC credentials. License details include NV LCPC CP5704-R and AZ LPC LPC-22422.

In which languages does Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama provide therapy?

Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama provides therapy in English and Sinhala.

Where is Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama located?

Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama work with international clients?

Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Sugandika Subawickrama cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care



Dr. Subawickrama uses client-centered therapy to create an accepting space where the client's own goals and experiences guide the work; this approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help people clarify values and make meaningful changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is focused on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical, skills-based techniques - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance, offering tools to reduce rumination and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Subawickrama works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit therapy into varied schedules and lifestyles. These formats make it easier to attend regular sessions, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations, while preserving the therapeutic relationship and progress.

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