Get to know Devika.

City & Background

Devika Kapoor (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Mumbai who practices online and offline. They practice in Chembur.

They're 30 years old and have been practicing since 7 years.

English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 1,200.

Education

They have the following qualifications: MA. Counseling Psychology, TISS Mumbai,Diploma in Community Mental Health, NIMHANS.

Additional qualifications:Pursed an Online Course Title 'Justice' From Harvard University,Completed a Course From Sexuality and Mental Health Institute, Kolkata,Course on Trauma and Body From Hank Nunn Institute.

Why they became a therapist.

"I always had an inclination to understand Mental health and its impact on people. I wanted to contribute to the well being of the people. I pay special attention to now intersectionalities come together to either protect or make people vulnerable."

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

"The feeling that someone cares and is willing to hear them out."

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I am also trained in LGBTQ+ Affirmative practices. I have experience in dealing with varied issues like, Anxiety, Depression, Suicidal Ideations, Body Image Issues, Relationship Concerns, Domestic Violence, Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder and Substance Abuse/ Addiction. I believe that therapy is a space where we collaboratively work towards reducing and managing distress and at the same time working towards personal growth and development."

A Quote Devika Resonates With.

"Here's to strong women, May we know them, may we be them, may we raise them."