India hosts an LGBTQ+ community as diverse as the country itself. Yet, the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals in India often involve facing social stigma, discrimination, and the challenges of self-acceptance. In this dynamic landscape, the significance of queer-affirming therapists cannot be overstated.
These dedicated professionals provide a safe and supportive space where LGBTQ+ individuals can explore their identities, navigate the complexities of their experiences, and find solace in their journey of self-discovery. By dismantling societal biases and fostering understanding, queer-affirming therapy plays a crucial role in empowering queer individuals to embrace their authentic selves and cultivate resilience in the face of adversity.
A queer-affirmative counselor, they are an avid believer that everyone is unique and calls life “the vast distinctness everyone experiences”. They specialize working with young adults of ages 18-30 and borrow from Existential and Humanistic Therapies and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). Their approach is Feminist, Intersectional, Sex Positive, Queer Affirmative, and Trauma Informed, working with those struggling from anxiety, depression, sex and gender identity confusion, boundary setting and interpersonal conflict.
A counseling psychologist and queer-affirmative practitioner, Jasprit works mostly with teenagers and young adults and focuses on creating safe environments for queer teens. Viewing mental health from a psycho-social lens, she considers the uniqueness of each client’s lives. She also educates teachers and parents in socio-emotional learning and psycho-education through workshops and seminars. Working with self-destructive ideas and actions as a part of her practice, she utilizes an eclectic strategy, favoring Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as well as other behavioral methods.
Sara Rahman
A psychotherapist and queer-affirmative practitioner, Sara creates an accessible and collaborative space for young adults navigating overwhelming thoughts, emotions, and life transitions. With over six years of experience, she works from a trauma-informed, neurodivergence-affirmative, and anti-oppressive lens, helping clients reclaim their stories and build lives that feel authentic. Sara focuses on understanding each individual’s unique context and supports them in processing challenges with compassion and intention. Her practice emphasizes that therapy is not just about solving problems but about healing, self-discovery, and growth.
Arjun Randhawa
As a psychotherapist and clinical psychologist, Arjun works with clients to explore emotional wounds, relationship challenges, and patterns of attachment that may cause suffering. Drawing from training across a wide spectrum of psychiatric disorders (DSM-V framework), he helps individuals recognize life philosophies, past traumas, and unhelpful thinking patterns that no longer serve them. His therapeutic style is grounded in creating awareness of the core wounds that get triggered in everyday life and supporting clients in restoring their ability to connect deeply with themselves and others. With a focus on relationships, communication, and attachment, Arjun facilitates healing that prioritizes fulfillment and authentic living.
Ashna Prahlad
A counseling psychologist and certified queer-affirmative practitioner, Ashna integrates an intersectional-feminist and trauma-informed approach into her practice. With over six years of experience across India, the UK, and Canada, she advocates for accessible and affordable mental health care globally. Ashna offers holistic, client-centered therapy that adapts to the unique needs of each individual. Holding a Master’s in Behavioural Sciences and a graduate certificate in Mental Health Intervention, she combines academic expertise with a strong commitment to inclusive care, creating safe and affirming spaces for diverse clients to heal and grow.
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