Get to know Sakshi.

City & Background

Sakshi Singhania (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Odisha who practices online and offline. They practice in Agrasen Chowk, Jharsuguda.

They're 28 years old and have been practicing since 4 years.

English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 2,000 - 3,000.

Education

They have the following qualifications: Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Counselling Psychology.

Additional qualifications:Post-Graduate Diploma in Psycho-Social Well-Being Using Multi-Arts and Play,Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) - Practitioner Level ,Training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).

Why they became a therapist.

"After switching streams from Bio + Maths in Class 12 to B.Com (H) to M.Sc. in Counselling Psychology, I decided to become a counsellor. I had a knack for psychology from an early age but had never thought of pursuing it as a career until my Masters, where my passion for psychology and my skills was a good fit and I chose this path. "

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

"Being heard and understood, feelings of relaxation and lightness with some insights can be the takeaways. Setting goals and expectations can also be discussed."

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

"Behaving as I would with anyone - with respect and authenticity. Being accepting towards their narratives, exploring systemic influences, asking their preferred pronouns, sensitive topics, if any. I read about queer and trans* affirmative therapy approaches and discuss mutually with them how can I help make them feel safe. If anyone has a difficult situation dealing with the systemic structure, or wants to come out, I am there for them - in …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I work with all age groups with concerns of stress, anxiety, self-esteem, body-image, time management, communication, relationships and existential concerns (meaning, purpose of life)."

A Quote Sakshi Resonates With.

"The only question you need to ask yourself when you are feeling defeated or lost is, Where am I not loving myself? How can I value myself more? ~ Anita Moorjani"