Get to know Aishwarya.

City & Background

Aishwarya Rao (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Bengaluru who practices online. They practice in Albert Street.

They're 30 years old and have been practicing since 6 years.

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

Education

They have the following qualifications: Masters in Applied psychology, Specialization in clinical psychology (Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai),Bachelors of Arts, Psychology Honours (Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Delhi).

Additional qualifications:One Year Training in Narrative Therapy and Community Work (The Dulwich Centre, Australia and Children First, Delhi) ,6 Month Training in Psychosocial Work With Adolescents and Young People (Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai and ICall, Mumbai).

Why they became a therapist.

"Back in school, my aspiration was simply to pursue something meaningful in life, which eventually led me to explore psychology further. As I dug deeper into the field, I realized that challenges are an integral part of the human experience, not inherent flaws and not all challenges require medication as a solution. This inspired me to support those struggling with their own challenges and motivated me to continue on the path of psychology. It …"

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

"After our first session, I hope my clients gain a clear understanding of what our journey together will entail and an awareness of my therapeutic approaches. I also aim for them to feel informed about their rights as clients. Additionally, the first session is an opportunity for both of us to assess whether we are a good match for this journey. I make every effort for my clients to leave the session with a sense of comfort and safety, feeling …"

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

"I regularly engage in training led by queer and trans individuals to deepen my understanding of their lived experiences and gain insights from diverse perspectives. Also, supervision is key to my growth. I work with a queer-identified therapist whose guidance has helped make my practice more inclusive and affirming. This has allowed me to critically examine my biases and navigate gender and sexuality complexities beyond language and pronouns. …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults aged 14 to 40 years. I primarily work with experiences of grief, low mood, anxiety, postpartum challenges, emotional regulation, gender, identity, sexuality, the effects of abuse and trauma, body image concerns, academic or work-related stress, self-worth and self-confidence, adjustment-related concerns, and interpersonal difficulties."

A Quote Aishwarya Resonates With.

"Use what talents you possess; the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best ~ Henry Van Dyke"