Fees & Policies

Uncertainty is normal. Many people who come to therapy are not sure whether their concerns are "serious enough", and this rarely turns out to be the right question. If something is troubling you consistently, affecting your relationships, your work, or your sense of yourself, it is worth exploring.

The first session is not a commitment. It is a conversation. You can ask questions, share what has brought you here, and get a sense of whether this feels like the right space for you. There is no obligation to continue.

This practice operates by appointment and does not provide crisis intervention or emergency services. If you are in a mental health emergency or need immediate support, please contact emergency services or go to your nearest hospital emergency department.

If your situation is non-urgent but feels pressing, please reach out via the contact form, all enquiries are responded to personally and as promptly as possible.

The first session is a space to begin understanding what has brought you to therapy. You are invited to share your experiences at your own pace, in a safe and confidential setting.

I may ask some questions about your background, relationships, and personal history to better understand the context of your concerns. We will also complete a few initial formalities. You are welcome to ask any questions, about the process, my approach, or how we might work together.

Psychologists in India are not licensed to prescribe medication. For many concerns, therapy on its own can be helpful. In some cases, particularly where symptoms are more severe, medication may play a supportive role alongside therapy.

If this appears helpful as part of your care, I can guide you in connecting with a qualified psychiatrist. Where appropriate, treatment may be coordinated to ensure an integrated approach.

Psychiatrist: A medical doctor who has completed specialised training in psychiatry. In India, psychiatrists are licensed to prescribe medication and may combine medical treatment with psychotherapy.

Clinical Psychologist: A specialist trained in the assessment and treatment of psychological concerns through evidence-based therapy. In India, clinical psychologists are regulated by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). The title "clinical psychologist" is legally protected: it requires an RCI-approved specialist qualification (the M.Phil in Clinical Psychology, or from 2025–26, the new M.A. in Clinical Psychology) followed by active RCI registration. Clinical psychologists are trained to work across the full range of clinical presentations, including complex conditions, severe mental illness, and cases requiring formal diagnostic evaluation.

Counselling Psychologist / Counsellor: There are different categories here. Counselling psychologists in India are now regulated under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) Act, 2021, which covers community care and behavioural health sciences. This is a separate regulatory framework from the RCI. Other practitioners using the title "counsellor" may have varying qualifications and no statutory registration requirement. Counselling professionals typically work with a narrower range of presentations, often mild to moderate concerns and life challenges, rather than complex clinical or diagnostic work.

As a client, it is reasonable to ask any practitioner about their specific qualifications, which regulatory body they are registered with, and their experience with your type of concern. A well-trained clinician will welcome these questions.

Psychotherapy works through a combination of three elements:

• Evidence-based approaches suited to your concerns
• The therapist's training and clinical experience
• Your own values, preferences, and readiness for the work

At its core, therapy offers a space to understand your experiences more deeply and to respond to them with greater clarity and choice, leading to meaningful changes in how you relate to others, manage emotions, approach work or study, and make sense of your inner world.

The length of therapy varies depending on your concerns, goals, and circumstances. Some people experience relief within a few sessions, especially when working with a specific, well-defined issue. For others, where concerns are more complex or long-standing, therapy may unfold over a longer period.

Progress in therapy is not always linear. What matters is allowing the process enough time to take shape and support meaningful change.

Ending therapy is a collaborative decision. You may begin to notice changes in how you think, feel, or respond to situations that once felt difficult. You might feel more steady, less preoccupied, or better able to manage challenges as they arise.

Together, we will review your initial goals and consider whether therapy has served its purpose at this stage. Therapy can be revisited as needed.

Confidentiality is a fundamental part of therapy. What you share is kept private and is not disclosed without your consent, except in specific situations where there is a risk of harm to you or others, or where disclosure is required by law.

You are encouraged to speak openly. If you have any questions about confidentiality or its limits, these can be discussed in the first session.

Ending therapy is not a final goodbye. Many people find that after a period of therapy, they return at a later stage, to work through a new challenge, revisit something that has resurfaced, or simply to check in. This is entirely normal.

Where possible, ending therapy is planned collaboratively. You may find that what you have learned in therapy continues to support you long after sessions have ended, in how you approach relationships, manage emotions, or respond to difficulty.