Get to know Oshin.

City & Background

Oshin Rawat (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Dehradun who practices online.

They're 24 years old and have been practicing since 2 years.

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

Education

They have the following qualifications: Masters in Applied Psychology with a Specialization in Clinical Psychology, University of Delhi.

Additional qualifications:One-Year Program in Narrative Therapy and Community Work From Dulwich Centre (Australia) and Children First (India).

Why they became a therapist.

"As someone who grew up surrounded by not one but many story-tellers around me (in the form of friends, family members, peers or even the larger community) I found great joy and connection in being a witness and a receiver of numerous anecdotes, tales, and histories over the years. Additionally, my own mental health experiences as a young person navigating different systems and structures further made me realize the need for support and community …"

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

"A sense of assuredness and comfort that may allow them to show up how ever they may want. Also, a sense of feeling like they are the 'expert' in their life with me as a co-traveller or facilitator alongside!"

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

"I found a lot of resonance in the idea of 'imperfect allyship' which basically means that being an ally is a constant work in progress. For me, this work involves listening and familiarizing myself with the lived experiences of the queer and trans community within and beyond work and to question and challenge heteronormative ideas. In my work with my clients, I strive to maintain a lens of reflexivity which allows me to be mindful of my …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I work with young adults, adults and teenagers within the age range of 13-35 using a neurodiversity and queer affirmative lens. I primarily work with experiences of anxiety, low mood, life transitions, loss and grief, effects of abuse and trauma, academic or work stress and interpersonal concerns among others."

A Quote Oshin Resonates With.

"“I believe in kindness. Also in mischief. Also in singing, especially when singing is not necessarily prescribed.” ― Mary Oliver"