Get to know Suveksha.

City & Background

Suveksha Sharma (They/Them) is a mental health counsellor from Delhi who practices online.

They're 29 years old, identify as Queer, and have been practicing since 5 years.

English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 1,200 - 3,000.

Education

They have the following qualifications: MA in Clinical Psychology,BA in Clinical Psychology.

Why they became a therapist.

"Having understood the importance of mental health from a young age, I was drawn to becoming a therapist. With my empathetic nature, I felt a strong desire to support individuals who were struggling with mental health issues. I didn't want anyone to feel alone during their difficult times, and I aimed to help them gain a better understanding of themselves and their struggles. Pursuing this career required a great deal of education, training, …"

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

"As a therapist, it is important to me that my clients understand that therapy is a collaborative effort. I do not believe in pushing clients to work on goals that I make for them. Instead, we will work together as a team to set achievable goals in a schedule that fits the client's needs. Additionally, I believe that therapy sessions should not be a one-sided conversation where clients simply listen to my advice. Rather, my approach involves …"

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

"I believe that creating a safe and affirmative space for queer and trans folx requires intentional effort and a deep understanding of the unique challenges and experiences faced by these individuals. I use inclusive language that affirms a range of gender identities and expressions, and avoids assumptions about a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. : I approach each client with a stance of cultural humility, recognizing that queer …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I work with all the populations. Majority of the concerns that I've addressed in my counseling settings are: depression, anxiety, disabilities, chronic illnesses, discrimination (gender, caste, sexuality etc.) "

A Quote Suveksha Resonates With.

"The difference between the novice and the master is that the master has failed more times than the novice has tried."