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Lavanya Kaushal (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Hyderabad who practices online.
They're 25 years old and have been practicing since 3 years.
English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 1,200 - 1,500.
They have the following qualifications: M.A. Applied Psychology (Specialisation in clinical psychology),B. A. (Hons) Psychology.
"My choice to become a counsellor stemmed from my own personal experience with a counsellor when I was going through a tough phase. It helped me understand what potential therapy and counselling have in helping people navigate through life, and it was something I could see myself doing."
"I want my clients to feel safe, heard and validated in the therapy space. I aim to co-create a space wherein they feel confident enough to share things which they have been unable to share in other spaces, and a space wherein they feel comfortable in being themselves."
"I refrain from making assumptions about a person with respect to their gender and sexuality, I respect and use pronouns which clients prefer for themselves. I also make sure to read up and educate myself on queer and trans issues. In case I am unsure/unaware about something, I make sure to ask in a non-judgmental manner, and not assume."
"I specialize in working with adults and adolescents, many of whom present with anxiety, depression, concerns related to self-esteem and self-image, relationship issues, inability to cope with stress, traumatic childhood and past experiences."
"I remember asking him (his teacher) once- What would you call this patient, schizophrenic or schizoaffectiive? He paused and stroked his chin, apparently in deep thought. He replied- I think I'd call him Micheal McIntyre ~ Bessel van der Kolk (The Body Keeps the Score)"
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