Get to know Aastha.

City & Background

Aastha Gandotra (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Chandigarh who practices online.

They're 27 years old and have been practicing since 2 years.

English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 1,500 - 1,800.

Education

They have the following qualifications: Masters of Arts (Psychology).

Additional qualifications:EFT Levels 1 and 2.

Why they became a therapist.

"I have always been a sensitive person surrounded by people who rarely outwardly expressed their emotions and feelings of love and appreciation. I always felt a need to experience this. I was never able to understand the reasons behind all this happening around me. When I was exposed to psychology as a subject and the understanding it provides about human behavior, emotions, feelings, and experiences my fascination and interest grew four-fold. …"

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

" The mere thought of starting the mental health well-being journey with a therapist can often seem intimidating for some people, also making them apprehensive about the process. I hope my clients feel heard, accepted, comfortable, and a little less scared after the first session with me."

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

"To create a safe and inclusive environment for my practice, I am committed to continuous learning and growth. I actively educate myself about the concerns and challenges faced by them, also by engaging in a process of unlearning. By incorporating practices such as asking for clients' pronouns in my intake form and using inclusive language that embraces diversity, I strive to honor their identities. I regularly reflect on my own belief systems …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I work with adolescents and young adults between 18-35 years having concerns related to anxiety, stress, grief, interpersonal relationship difficulties, work-related issues, emotional difficulties and self- exploration. "

A Quote Aastha Resonates With.

"Do one thing every day that scares you. ~ Eleanor Roosevelt"