Get to know Mansi.

City & Background

Mansi Aggarwal (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Delhi who practices online. They practice in North West Delhi.

They're 27 years old and have been practicing since 5 years.

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

Education

They have the following qualifications: MA Psychology (Clinical),BA (Hons.) - Psychology [Clinical].

Additional qualifications: Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis Certification in Psychological First Aid Certificate Course on Intergenerational Trauma, Risk Assessment and Management.

Why they became a therapist.

"I have always been drawn to the intricacies of human relationships and how people live their lives. My quiet, curious, and reflective nature drew me to this work which is dynamic, impact-driven, and a perfect blend of creativity and analysis. "

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

"I hope that they feel seen, understood, and somewhat held in their experience. I hope our session makes them hopeful/curious that things don't have to be a certain way, that the change they seek is possible, and that we may discover some possibilities in our work together that they might have not previously considered. "

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

"I adopt an affirmative and anti-oppressive stance in my practice. My intake form asks affirming questions like pronouns, gender sexual identity, etc. so that clients know that it is a safe space for them to talk about it. I understand the unique psychosocial stressors of the queer community and utilize them as a reference point in my work. I learn from the lived experiences of people and engage in reflection and continuing education. I curate …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"Some of the areas of concern that I address in counselling are trauma, interpersonal relationships, work & life-related stressors, identity & sexuality-related concerns, and grief. I work with the adult population aged between 18 - 60."

A Quote Mansi Resonates With.

"“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” ~ Carl R. Rogers, On Becoming a Person"