Get to know Vaishnavi.

City & Background

Vaishnavi Verma (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Gurugram who practices online.

They're 26 years old and have been practicing since 5 years.

English, and Hindi are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 1,800 - 2,500.

Education

They have the following qualifications: Masters in Applied Psychology, TISS, May 2020,Bachelor of Arts (Honours Course), University of Delhi, 2019.

Additional qualifications:Post Graduate Diploma in Trauma Informed Therapy.

Why they became a therapist.

"During my fieldwork in college and my first job, I found myself most drawn to the therapy room. I was deeply moved by the work and often spent hours reading and learning about counseling-sometimes even at the cost of other tasks (not something I’m proud of, but it helped me see where my heart truly was). That clarity led me to shift paths-letting go of the plan to pursue an MPhil and instead focusing on becoming a grounded, compassionate, and …"

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

"After our first session, I hope you leave with the sense that therapy is your space. A space you can use in whatever way you need-to explore, to vent, to celebrate, to grieve, to sit in silence, or just to breathe. There’s no one right way to be here. I also try to make space to talk about how therapy works, what you can expect, and answer any questions you might have-so that this space feels as safe, clear, and supportive as possible. Most …"

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

"I strive to create a therapeutic space that is deeply affirming for queer and trans clients-one grounded in compassion, respect, and advocacy. I use inclusive language, honor each person’s lived experience, and reflect the terms they use for themselves. I believe therapy should never pathologize identity, but instead offer a space to feel seen, supported, and empowered. Outside the therapy room, I continue to challenge oppressive systems, stay …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"Some of the areas that I work with include concerns of chronic depression, anxiety, PTSD, C-PTSD, time management, stress management, relationship counseling, couple counseling, attachment issues, concerns related to OCD, academic stress."

A Quote Vaishnavi Resonates With.

"Your body is a narrative. It speaks in sensations, in symptoms, in patterns-and when we listen closely, we hear the story beneath the surface. ~ Gabor Mate"