Don is a friendly, empathetic psychologist with a genuine passion for supporting individuals aged 12 and older through a wide range of life challenges including trauma, addiction, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief and loss.
Don’s experience in correctional settings and with forensic issues gives him a unique understanding of complex presentations, difficult life circumstances, and the resilience it takes to pursue change. He is also fluent in Sinhalese, offering culturally responsive support to clients from Sri Lankan and has experience working with people from different cultural backgrounds.
Don provides a structured yet warm therapeutic space, working collaboratively with clients to make sense of their experiences, build meaningful coping strategies, and move toward greater clarity and functioning. He tailors his approach to each individual, drawing from a range of trauma-informed and evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Motivational Interviewing.
Outside of work, Don enjoys staying active through sport, getting lost in a good book, and – when the moment calls for it – savouring a well-deserved piece of cake. He believes that balance, self-awareness, and a little joy are all part of living well.
Medicare eligible: YES
Clinics: Lutwyche and Aspley
Email: don.jayasekera@northbrisbanepsychologists.com.au
Phone: 3726 5595