Get to know Laliteshwari.

City & Background

Laliteshwari (Aarya) (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Hyderabad who practices online.

They're 27 years old, identify as Queer, and have been practicing since 6 years.

Hindi, English, and Telugu are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 1,100 - 1,500.

Education

They have the following qualifications: M.A applied psychology (specialization in clinical psychology).

Additional qualifications:Queer Affirmative Counselling Practices, Mariwala Health Initiative,Short Term Narrative Practices With Ummeed.

Why they became a therapist.

"It would be a lie if I say I always dreamt of becoming a counsellor, the dream and passion was built bit by bit. Initially my decision was inspired by my supervisors and professors and their love and ethics towards the profession made me keep exploring this path. But after consulting with people, their stories of resilience, small acts of resistance and informed decisions to reclaim their story, has made me realise how much I value being part of …"

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

"I hope they feel heard, their story is respected and collaboratively coming up with small actions in preferred directions."

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

"Using inclusive language and intake forms. I follow feminist framework, which believes and allows for self- disclosure, using to Center the person's story, their lived experiences and to sit together with questions and creating labels that feels right and exploring them slowly. I also attend workshops conducted by queer folks and constantly learning from the people whom I consult with."

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I have worked with Individuals with different concerns- Anxiety, Depression, relationships, ADHD, Procrastination, emotional, behavioural and thought related concerns. I also have experience of working with induvial with neurodivergence and disability. I have worked only with individuals, not trained, or specialized in couple's therapy."

A Quote Laliteshwari Resonates With.

"For me, forgiveness and compassion are always linked : how do we hold people accountable for wrongdoing and yet at the same time remain in touch with their humanity enough to believe in their capacity to be transformed? ~ Bell hooks."