Get to know Aadya.

City & Background

Aadya Ahuja (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Delhi who practices online.

They're 27 years old and have been practicing since 5 years.

English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 1,500 - 2,000.

Education

They have the following qualifications: Masters in Clinical Psychology.

Additional qualifications:Psychological First Aid.

Why they became a therapist.

"I initially wanted to study psychology because of personal life experiences, most of them involving a curiosity to understand why people are the way they are. I had set out to be a researcher, however, in the course of my studies, I fell in love with the concept of therapy and counselling. Drawing from my own time as a therapy client and this new found love, I decided I wanted to pursue therapy as my profession."

What they'd like a client's first session to be like.

"I hope that after their first session my clients are closer to knowing that they deserve to be heard and that there is a safe space available to them where they are accepted as they are. I truly believe that wanting to know more about someone and their experiences can be therapeutic for them, so I hope I am able to affirm their belief in therapy and that they are rid of their apprehensions about the process."

How they make their practice a safe and affirmative space for queer and trans* folx.

"I have kept myself up to date with readings in this sphere, and in fact constantly undertake Googling projects to understand what other therapists around the world are doing to be inclusive to learn as much as i can. I take a social justice and intersectional lens to my work and understand the effect of homophobia and transphobia on individuals that may be coming to me, seeking help. On a personal level, I always ask clients their preferred …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I have experience in working with young adults and older adults in dealing with anxiety, depression, stress and emotional management, and relationship issues and management."

A Quote Aadya Resonates With.

"Kid, you'll move mountains! ~ Oh the Places You'll Go by Dr. Seuss"