Question 1

What languages can I speak in during sessions?

Accepted Answer

Tamil, English

Question 2

How would you describe your approach to therapy?

Accepted Answer

I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe enough to be yourself, feel heard, and explore what’s been on your mind without fear of judgment. My approach draws from CBT and Narrative Therapy, helping us understand your thoughts, make sense of your experiences, and explore how they shape the way you see yourself. I work at your pace, so we can make sense of what you’re going through together and find ways forward that feel right for you.

Question 3

What values guide your work with people?

Accepted Answer

I believe that before being a psychologist, I am a person sitting across from another person. For me, therapy is not just about techniques or theories, but about building a space where you feel heard, respected, and understood. I value the trust it takes to open up to someone, and I want every client to feel that they can show up as they are, without having to explain, justify, or hide parts of themselves.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

I try to be a therapist my clients feel safe enough to be their most vulnerable selves with. Someone they can be honest with, even when things feel messy or difficult to put into words. I want my clients to feel heard and respected, without the fear of being judged or having to pretend they have everything figured out. For me, it is a privilege to be trusted with the parts of someone they may not feel comfortable sharing elsewhere.

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. You don't need to find the right words, explain everything clearly, or even know where to begin. It's okay to feel nervous or unsure about what to expect. I'd love to get to know you, hear a little about your life and what brings you to therapy, and understand what things have been like for you. There's no pressure to share more than you're comfortable with. Therapy is a journey we'll take together, at your pace, gradually making sense of what's been weighing on you. For now, all you need to do is show up as you are.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

You can expect a space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself. We’ll take things at your pace, making sense of your experiences, understanding patterns that may be holding you back, and exploring what you need to move forward. Some sessions may bring clarity, while others may feel difficult or leave you with more questions. That’s okay, too. You don’t have to figure everything out on your own. We’ll work through things together, one step at a time.

Nithya Sivakami - Counselling Psychologist

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