Get to know Ankita.

City & Background

Ankita Keswani (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Mumbai who practices online.

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

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

Education

They have the following qualifications: M.A. in Applied Psychology - Specialisation in Counselling Psychology,B.A. with Psychology Majors.

Why they became a therapist.

"I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to lead their best and most fulfilled lives. However, the path to that can get a little difficult sometimes. My choice to become a counsellor is in the hope to aid people to be themselves, to grow, and to truly live their best lives. I have always derived my energy from people, and growing up, I knew that I belonged in the service sector. Nothing has ever captivated me more than the human mind …"

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

"I think the answer lies in the question – hope! Several of us reach out to counselling when we are feeling lost, confused or overwhelmed. And if only there was a switch to ‘undo’ all that - but there isn’t. Therapy takes time, and change may be a longer process, but the feeling of hope and comfort can be immediate. So, I would want my clients to take back hope with them - that they have started this journey, taken the first step, and there is …"

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

"My training and work in the past has included learning, unlearning, recognising and understanding about the experiences shared by the queer and trans community. I believe that every individual in therapy is an expert on their own lives, and especially with the LGBTQIA+ community, I let their stories guide my work and approach. I am cognizant about individuals’ identities, pronouns and orientations in my sessions and continually consume …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I hold experience in conducting in-person, video, telephone and online counselling, primarily for the adult population. I have worked extensively in areas of anxiety, conflicts, relationships, marriage, gender, parenting, covid-related stressors as well as work related concerns such as stress, performance, and productivity challenges. My work in group settings as well as with couples has been well received for its experiential and relatable …"

A Quote Ankita Resonates With.

"There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is."