Get to know Anis.

City & Background

Anis Syed (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Mumbai who practices online and offline. They practice in Lower Parel.

They're 28 years old and have been practicing since 6 years.

Hindi, and English are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 2,000 - 3,000.

Education

They have the following qualifications: Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology.

Additional qualifications:PG Diploma in Supervision for Mental Health Practice, TISS.

Why they became a therapist.

"Growing up, witnessing a loved one struggle without access to adequate mental health support ignited my interest in this field. As I progressed through my junior college years, I discovered a natural inclination towards understanding human behavior and found myself naturally gravitating towards creating informal listening spaces for others. This realization eventually led me to pursue this work full-time."

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

"Feelings of security, autonomy, and trust are paramount to me. It's crucial that my clients feel safe and supported in our sessions."

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

"In my therapeutic practice, I aim to establish to create a safe and affirmative space for queer and trans* folx by educating myself on diverse LGBTQIA+ experiences, actively being an ally within and outside the therapy room, respecting pronouns and identities, using affirming language, maintaining a non-judgmental attitude, acknowledging intersectionality, and listening to expand my understanding of the community beyond theory. I firmly believe …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I work with adults aged 18 to 50 who may be: - Survivors and perpetrators of abuse - From marginalized and LGBTQIA+ communities - Experiencing grief - Facing mental health concerns (stress, depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc.) - Struggling with self-worth, relationships, and workplace difficulties - Looking to explore or build a deeper relationship with self."

A Quote Anis Resonates With.

"“The very best we can offer our clients and patients is our humanity, the common denominator of human suffering and a willingness to learn from the other.” ~ Marie Adams"