Get to know Radhika.

City & Background

Radhika Joshi (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Bengaluru who practices online.

They're 25 years old, identify as Queer, and have been practicing since over 1 year.

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

Education

They have the following qualifications: MSc Counselling Psychology, BA Triple Major in Psychology, Music, English.

Additional qualifications:None.

Why they became a therapist.

"Humanness and stories have always moved me. I've been curious about the stories we tell ourselves and how they shape who we are, the choices we make, and how we live our lives. These stories play a huge part in defining us, and can impact all aspects of our lives. I chose to be a counsellor to be able to offer a safe space where people can understand and share their stories, in the safety of the client-counsellor relationship. Change can …"

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

"I'd hope for client to feel safe and heard, and I'd want them to experience a non-judgmental space where they can rant/laugh/cry/express and even just be still. I'd also want them to know that I'm not an expert in their life, and while this is a professional relationship, its also a human connection."

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

"I have lived experience as a queer person that informs my work. Further, I keep up with queer & trans narratives in literature and media. I also acknowledge that a client's experience of queerness can be very different from mine or people around me, and I focus on understanding the client's unique life stressors."

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"Anxiety, depression, mood related issues, relationship (romantic, family, interpersonal) issues, focus and neurodivergence related concerns. Gender dysphoria and queerness related concerns. Specific populations I work with are queer trans & polyamorous folk. I am kink aware and bring in a trauma informed lens in my work."

A Quote Radhika Resonates With.

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