Get to know Urvashi.

City & Background

Urvashi Bisht (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Kozhikode who practices online and offline. They practice in Puthoormadam.

They're 29 years old and have been practicing since 7 years.

English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 2,000 - 2,500.

Education

They have the following qualifications: Masters in Applied Psychology- Specialisation in Clinical Psychology.

Why they became a therapist.

"My journey began in an inclusive school environment, and even during my Master’s, I studied in an inclusive setting. Being surrounded by diverse emotional and learning needs from the very start shaped my perspective and deepened my desire to hold space for others. I’ve always known I wanted to be a counsellor because it aligns with who I am at my core-empathetic, an active listener, and someone who finds meaning in creating safe, non-judgmental …"

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

"As a client myself, I’ve felt the deep impact of being truly seen, heard, and having my pain acknowledged-and that’s exactly what I hope to offer in the first session. It’s not about giving advice or rushing into solutions, but about creating a space where the client feels safe, comfortable, and free to share whatever they’re holding. My intention is always to ensure that they don’t leave with doubt or regret about reaching out-but instead, with …"

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

"For me, being queer-affirmative isn’t just about being supportive-it’s about being informed. I believe that awareness doesn’t come from performativity, but from genuinely understanding the lived experiences, struggles, and nuances of queer and trans* identities. I make it a point to stay updated through continuous reading, learning from queer-affirmative resources, and reflecting on my own biases. I’m mindful of using correct pronouns, creating a …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"I work with a range of socio-emotional concerns and have a special interest in relationship issues, including couples therapy. I particularly enjoy working with adolescents and young adults dealing with self-esteem challenges, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, emotional dysregulation, and relationship conflicts. I also support clients facing work-related stress, self-doubt, anger management, and personality disorders."

A Quote Urvashi Resonates With.

"The wound is the place where the Light enters you. – Rumi"