Question 1

What languages can I speak in during sessions?

Accepted Answer

Tamil, Hindi, English

Question 2

How would you describe your approach to therapy?

Accepted Answer

My approach to therapy is primarily based on Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), with elements of CBT and a humanistic approach. 
I help clients understand how their beliefs and interpretations influence their emotions and actions. We then work to develop more balanced, helpful ways of thinking. Sessions are collaborative and practical, where we explore current concerns, identify unhelpful patterns, and work towards meaningful changes in everyday life. 
I also value creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and accepted. I believe therapy is not just about finding solutions but also about understanding oneself better, building self-acceptance, and learning to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and confidence. My approach is tailored to each client’s needs, pace, and experiences.

Question 3

What values guide your work with people?

Accepted Answer

I believe people don’t need to be judged for what they feel or think. They need a space where they can understand themselves better. I value honesty, empathy, self-acceptance, and the courage to question our own beliefs. I believe therapy isn’t about fixing someone or telling them how to live, but helping them make sense of their experiences, recognise their patterns, and make choices that feel right for them.

Question 4

What kind of therapist do you try to be for your clients?

Accepted Answer

I try to be a therapist who is warm, approachable, and honest, someone clients can speak to without feeling the need to filter themselves. I want my clients to feel heard and accepted, while also feeling comfortable enough to challenge their own thinking and explore uncomfortable truths. I believe therapy can hold both compassion and accountability. My hope is that clients leave sessions not just feeling understood, but with a better understanding of themselves and practical ways to navigate life outside the therapy room.

Question 5

What would you say to someone nervous about booking a first session?

Accepted Answer

Your first session doesn’t have to be perfect, and you don’t need to know exactly what to say or where to begin. We can start wherever you are, at your own pace. I will ask a few questions to understand what brings you to therapy, but there’s no pressure to share everything at once. You don’t have to have the right words, hold back your emotions, or worry about being judged. Think of it as a conversation where we begin making sense of things together. It’s okay to feel nervous, uncertain, or even unsure if therapy is for you. You don’t have to figure everything out before showing up. That’s what we’re here to work on together.

Question 6

I've never been to therapy before. What should I expect from you?

Accepted Answer

Think of therapy as a space where you can show up as you are, without having to pretend you’re okay when you’re not. We’ll talk about what’s going on in your life, make sense of what you’re feeling, and explore patterns that might be keeping you stuck. Sometimes, we’ll sit with difficult emotions; other times, we’ll challenge the way you’re looking at things or figure out practical ways to deal with what’s happening. I’ll offer empathy, honesty, and a different perspective when you need one. You don’t have to agree with everything I say, have all the answers, or make sense of everything right away. We’ll figure things out together, one conversation at a time, with the hope that you leave feeling a little more understood, a little more aware, and better equipped to handle life on your own terms.

Hemaroopan T - Counselling Psychologist

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