Get to know Simrat.

City & Background

Simrat Singh (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Delhi who practices online.

They're 26 years old and have been practicing since 2 years.

English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 1,200.

Education

They have the following qualifications: Masters of Arts (Psychology), University of Delhi, 2023.

Why they became a therapist.

"I think my decision to pursue psychology began with a mix of curiosity and, to be honest, a sense of mysticism I felt toward the subject when I was 16. But what keeps me here, what makes me want to continue being a counsellor, is the sense of belonging I feel in this work. The values that are central to who I am, to my personal self- emotional safety, respect for the individuality of every being- are values I get to embody each day as my …"

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

"I hope that after the first session, the client is able to leave with a sense of whether they feel an intuitive fit and some degree of relational safety. While I know that safety is something that builds over time- through how ruptures are handled, how deeply heard and respected the client feels, I also believe there’s often an early sense, like in any relationship, of whether it feels right to stay. Along with that, I hope they leave with …"

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

"Something I strive to do is make my intersectional stance visible from the outset, both in my intake form and during the first interaction with a client. I also make it a point to name my positionality as a cisgender, heterosexual woman. I acknowledge that this positionality informs my worldview and is shaped by the privileges I hold. At the same time, I emphasize that it is my responsibility as a practitioner to continuously learn from and be …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"The areas of concern I work with include complex trauma (C-PTSD), relationship difficulties, eating disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, as well as self-exploration and personal growth. I work with adults over the age of 18."

A Quote Simrat Resonates With.

"It is a joy to be hidden, and a disaster not to be found. ~ D.W. Winnicott"