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Lalitha Pooja (She/Her)

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Lalitha (She/Her) is a mental health therapist with 6 years of experience from Bengaluru who practices online.

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  • Concerns & people they work with:

    I work with adolescents and adults navigating a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, abuse, trauma, and other mental health experiences. I also have experience working with people from Queer, Neurodivergent and Disabled communities.


    You may clarify the above details with them directly. Get to know them 👇

Key Details

Age & Experience
34 years old, with 6 years of experience
Fee
₹2,500 (Breakdown shared below)
Notes
Fee Breakdown: - INR 2500 - Individual sessions, - INR 3500 - Couples sessions - INR 2500 - 2000 sliding scale available for students and people marginalized by caste, class, gender, sexuality and disability (subject to slot availability)
Session Duration
50-55 Minutes
Languages
Telugu, Hindi, English, and Tamil
Session Medium
Online
Qualifications
M.Sc in Applied Psychology (Specialization in Counselling), St Francis College for Women (2019) (+4 More)
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  • Practicing Since: 6 years
  • Age: 34
  • Appointments Via: Email, Phone Call, WhatsApp
  • Medium:
    • 🌐 Online
  • City: Bengaluru
  • Qualifications:
    • M.Sc in Applied Psychology (Specialization in Counselling), St Francis College for Women (2019)
    • MBA, Alliance School of Business (2014)
    • B.Com,University of Madras (April 2011)
  • Additional Qualifications:
    • Queer Affirmative Counselling Practice, MHI, December 2020
    • Short Term Training Program in Narrative Ideas & Practice, Ummeed 2019
  • Languages Known: Telugu, Hindi, English, and Tamil (English might be their primary language for therapy)
  • Hourly Fee (₹): 2,500
  • Typical Session Duration: 50-55 Minutes
  • Payments Via: Bank Transfer, PayTM & Online Wallets, UPI/Google Pay
  • Available On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
  • Notes:

    Fee Breakdown: - INR 2500 - Individual sessions, - INR 3500 - Couples sessions - INR 2500 - 2000 sliding scale available for students and people marginalized by caste, class, gender, sexuality and disability (subject to slot availability)
  • Other Notes: Lalitha has shared their document(s) with us. However, their graduation certificate is yet to be received by TheMindClan.com.
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Get To Know Lalitha:

  • Why did you choose to become a counsellor?

    I was working in finance when I started to feel deeply affected by the stories I kept coming across—stories of abuse, especially against women and children. There was a growing sense of grief about the world we live in.

    I knew I had to try to bring in some difference. I left my job and returned to studying, eventually becoming a counsellor. I wanted to work directly with people and communities, to offer support, to hold space, and to be part of creating something more compassionate.

  • What excites you about your work as a counsellor?
    What excites me about this work is the chance to really connect with people and be part of their journey. It means a lot to witness how someone cares for themselves, especially during difficult times. There’s something deeply moving about seeing the small, everyday ways people keep showing up for themselves. Being able to hold space for that and walk alongside them is something I’m really grateful for.
  • What do you hope for your clients to experience after their first session with you?

    After a first session, I hope clients leave with a sense that this is a space where they can be themselves — where they feel seen, not judged, and don’t have to explain everything all at once. I work from a relational approach, so for me, building trust is at the heart of the process.

    I know that opening up takes time, and I don’t expect that to happen right away. What matters most in the beginning is that clients feel gently met, and maybe carry with them even a small sense of relief or possibility.

  • What would you wish to tell a client who is thinking about seeking counselling?

    If you’re thinking about counselling, I want you to know it’s okay to take that step at your own pace. Reaching out can feel uncertain or even scary, but it’s also a brave and important act of self-care. You don’t have to have everything figured out before starting — therapy is a collaborative process, a space to reflect, process, and reconnect with yourself.

    Counselling isn’t about giving advice but about helping you develop the skills to care for yourself. It’s an investment in yourself that, while it takes time, can lead to greater clarity, confidence, and a deeper sense of peace.

  • Describe the relationship that you would wish to build with your client in counselling.

    To build a therapeutic relationship rooted in care, compassion, and safety — to be a co-passenger, gently witnessing and supporting one’s journey back to themselves.

    I strive to create a space where you feel free to be fully yourself - a space where you don’t have to do it all alone. I see therapy as a collaborative relationship, one built on trust, respect, and a deep belief in your capacity to heal and grow.

  • In your counselling work so far, what has been your greatest learning from your clients?
    One of the greatest things I’ve learned from my clients is that they are always responding. Always finding ways to care for and protect themselves, even in the most challenging contexts. No matter how much the world around them shapes their experience, this inner wisdom is always present.
  • What are some of your strengths as a counsellor that you value and appreciate?
    My ability to connect deeply and hold space with gentleness, curiosity, compassion, and without judgment. I’m also committed to ongoing learning - from my clients, from experiences, and through self-reflection. This helps me stay present, open, and honest in the work.
  • What are some of the things you like to do in your free time?
    Picnicking in nature, eating yummy food, lazying around, travelling to nature spots, binge watching and going for comedy shows.
  • What is the therapeutic approach you use? How would you describe it to someone who wants to consult you for therapy?

    My practice is rooted in intersectionality and grounded in trauma-informed care. An intersectional lens with awareness of how systems of oppression - including those based on caste, class, religion, gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, and disability - shape people’s lives and honour the lived experiences of those from marginalised communities.

    Narrative therapy helps us explore these external influences and make sense of the world around us. Mindfulness-based approach allow us to connect with the wisdom of the body - to help us navigate these systems and to bring gentleness and compassion toward ourselves.

    Together, these approaches hold both the outer and inner worlds with care. I also draw from other therapeutic modalities based on what feels most supportive and relevant to each person.

  • How do you make your therapeutic practice a safe and affirmative space for queer and trans* folx?
    I am committed to understanding the nuances of Queer and Trans lives through listening to lived experiences, using inclusive language, and continuously learning and unlearning. I actively seek out workshops, community spaces and conversations led by Queer (Kink) and Trans people to deepen this understanding. I also stay informed about the laws and health systems that impact and support Trans communities. I also remain mindful of the privileges I hold as a cis person, and strive to show up with accountability and care in the therapeutic space.
  • The Quote Lalitha Resonates With

    “You do not have to be good. You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves.”

    Wild Geese, by Mary Oliver

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