Get to know Fizapreet.

City & Background

Fizapreet Dhillon (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Bengaluru who practices online and offline.

They're 26 years old and have been practicing since 2 years.

Punjabi, English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 1,500 - 2,000.

Education

They have the following qualifications: Master's in Psychology, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala.

Additional qualifications: Complex Trauma Certification Training Level 1 & 2 (CCTP/CCTP-II) With Janina Fisher Fundamentals of LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy by the Affirmative Couch Solution Focused Brief Therapy by Children First Mental Health Institute Pvt. Ltd.

Why they became a therapist.

"During my bachelor's in English Literature, I learned to "read" texts deeply—considering the author’s worldview, historical context, and the lives of characters. This process gave me profound insights into the human mind and social structures. However, instead of pursuing theoretical work in literature, I sought a path grounded in practice, which led me to psychology. Psychology offered an interdisciplinary approach, allowing me to …"

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

"I place great emphasis on rapport-building in the first session, creating a safe and welcoming space for clients to share any chapter of their life they feel ready to explore. My focus is on active listening, being fully present, and understanding not just the challenges they bring but also the joys and interests that make them unique—whether it’s spending time in nature, writing, reading, or watching movies. These “small” details are what make …"

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

"I identify as polyamorous and pansexual, but that doesn't exempt me from the responsibility of being a better ally and therapist—especially when it comes to standing up for other marginalized queer identities and staying informed about their experiences, which may differ from my own. Being a queer-affirmative therapist involves engaging in work outside the therapy room, for example, actively engaging in the work of learning and sharing …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I am dedicated to providing therapy for late adolescents and adults, with a special focus on supporting individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community. My professional proficiencies lie in addressing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, family conflicts, grief, and struggles with self-esteem. I am sensitive to the unique challenges that LGBTQIA+ individuals may encounter, such as gender dysphoria, navigating coming out …"

A Quote Fizapreet Resonates With.

"“Freeing yourself was one thing, claiming ownership of that freed self was another.” ― Toni Morrison, Beloved"