Get to know Nishi.

City & Background

Nishi Ravi (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Chennai who practices online.

They're 28 years old and have been practicing since 5 years.

English are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 2,800 - 4,000.

Education

They have the following qualifications: Master of Counselling (Interpersonal Dialogue) + COSCA-validated Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling, University of Edinburgh,B.A Psychology (Hons.), Christ University.

Additional qualifications:Certificate Course in Queer Affirmative Counselling Practice, Mariwala Health Initiative.

Why they became a therapist.

"I often say, psychotherapy was a field I entered into by chance and remain in by choice. My own personal journey(s), my genuine hope to better understand people, and my need to enter a field where personal and professional engagement is an intertwined symbiosis all led me to pursue psychotherapy on a more professional and specialized level. Therapy chose me, and I choose it every day!"

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

"Initial appointments are a great opportunity for us to get to know each other and assess if we are a good fit together. We evaluate your hopes from counselling, clearly outline what therapeutic boundaries and limitations would look like, and address any concerns that you may be harbouring. I also offer a free 15-minute phone call prior to setting up the initial appointment for any questions you want clarified. I hope to leave you with the …"

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

"As a queer-affirmative therapist, I take great care to consciously ask you how you would like me to address you and what your pronouns are, ensure I acknowledge and make space to discuss the unique life stressors you face, and work with you to see how we can make therapy as safe as possible. My focus is dual: ensuring both equality and equity. I facilitate sessions with gentle curiosity to draw attention towards any internalised shame, …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I have a vast and varied experience of working with several psychological vulnerabilities with individuals from different communities from all over the world. Some of the issues I work with include complex trauma and recovery, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, interpersonal relationships, grief and loss, sex, kinks, and intimacy, career, academic, and work related stress, self-esteem and confidence, and your personal growth and …"

A Quote Nishi Resonates With.

"“I'm not perfect... but I'm enough.” ~ Carl R. Rogers"