Bengaluru

Kadumuthsandra Plantation

Udupi

LGBTQ

Bisexual

Coming out

Gender Dysphoria


Lesbian

Queer

Transgender

India

Philippines

Tanzania

Mexico

Brazil

United Kingdom

Poland

Spain

Canada

Norway

Australia

Qatar

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Portugal

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Romania

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Vietnam

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Italy

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Thailand

Ecuador

Pakistan

Japan

Jordan

Serbia

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Ghana

Kenya

Singapore

Indonesia

Turkey

Jamaica

Belgium

Sri Lanka

Finland

Ukraine

Panama

Session Mode

In-person

Online

Approach

Affirmative therapy

Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical Behavioral (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Conversation therapy

Hypnotherapy

Exposure Response prevention (ERP)

Emotionally focussed

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Qualifications

LMFT

Bachelor's of Psychology

LMHC

LCAS

LCSW

LMSW

Master's in Psychology

MBBS

LCAT

Diploma in Psychology

M.Phil

Ethnicity

Christian

Jewish

Muslim

Buddhist

Hindu

Atheist

Agnostic

Asian

Prefer Not to Say

Allosexual

Asexual

Bicurious

Demisexual

Fluid

Heterosexual

Homophobia

Homosexual

Omnisexual

Pansexual

I am a counseling psychologist dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a special focus on issues related to identity, coming out, and gender dysphoria. Drawing on my Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, I utilize affirmative therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based approaches to foster emotional well-being and resilience. With certifications in trauma-informed care and crisis response, I create safe, inclusive spaces for individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. My commitment is to ensure that everyone can embrace their true selves without fear of exclusion. Whether in-person or online, I am here to guide you on your journey towards healing and self-acceptance.

Tanvi Nair

Having completed RCI approved Professional Diploma in CP, I am skilled in various eclectic therapies, CBT, DBT, mindfulness and therapeutic approaches tailored to the clients needs. I conduct clinical assessments, diagnosis and therapy plans for patients along with developing therapy modules for research, mentoring juniors, conducting classes for peers and fellows.

ujani mukherjee

I am a counselling psychologist specializing in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, with deep experience supporting clients through coming out, identity exploration, and queer relationship dynamics. My practice integrates CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based approaches to help you understand unhelpful patterns, regulate emotions, and build authentic resilience. I create a collaborative, safe space where you can navigate self-doubt, overwhelm, or inner conflict—without judgment. Every session is tailored to your lived experience, offering the clarity and support you deserve. I provide online therapy for clients across the region.

Aditi Niharika V N

My approach to LGBTQIA+ mental health is rooted in person-centred, LGBTQIA+ affirmative, and gender-affirming care, informed by a strong humanistic orientation.My work involves supporting clients through concerns related to gender dysphoria, identity exploration, internalised transphobia and homophobia, self-acceptance, and the emotional complexities of gender-affirming journeys. I aim to help clients understand the relationship between their internal experiences and the social, familial, cultural, and structural contexts that influence their mental health. Having worked with Sringaar Foundation in Delhi, I am glad I could extend my services to the community in a very extensive manner.

srishti ashok

Dr. Harshith Mahadev provides LGBTQIA+ affirmative, inclusive, and evidence-based mental healthcare in a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment. He supports individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress, identity exploration, gender dysphoria, minority stress, relationship concerns, family conflict, and other emotional challenges. His approach is grounded in respect, empathy, and current scientific evidence, recognizing and affirming diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. Dr. Harshith is committed to helping LGBTQIA+ individuals improve their mental well-being, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and achieve a better quality of life through personalized, compassionate, and stigma-free care.

Harshith Mahadev

As a queer-affirmative and trauma-informed therapist, I focus on creating a space where my client's identity isn’t just accepted but is recognized as an ever-evolving, fluid aspect of their organic being, which lays the very foundation of our work together. My practice is deeply rooted in a humanistic-existential framework, where I prioritize the lived experience of my clients and the search for personal meaning within a non-judgmental, authentic therapeutic relationship. However, being a queer-affirmative therapist means much more than viewing my clients solely through the lens of their identity. For me, it means acknowledging every part of their internal world that holds weight. I aim to provide a holistic therapeutic space where no part of their experience is marginalized. My goal is to see my client's entirety, where their identity is respected, but their individual goals, mental health concerns, and personal aspirations are also provided with equal value.

Yatika Bhardwaj

I’m Shivani Eleen Barwa, a Counselling Psychologist and an Associate Gestalt-trained Therapist with a deep interest in creating emotionally safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental spaces for people to explore themselves authentically. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and collaboration, where I work alongside clients rather than positioning myself as an authority over their experiences.

I work with concerns related to anxiety, self-esteem, emotional regulation, relationships, identity exploration, loneliness, life transitions, and personal growth. I am particularly passionate about queer-affirmative therapy and understanding how social structures, identity, culture, and lived experiences shape emotional wellbeing.

Alongside therapy, I am also a poetry writer, sportsperson, and mandala artist... creative spaces that deeply influence the way I understand healing, expression, and human connection. I believe therapy is about helping individuals reconnect with themselves with greater awareness, self-compassion, and authenticity. 🌻

Shivani Barwa

I am a Counselling Psychologist. My area of expertise is Counselling & Psychotherapy and worked with adolescents, young adults, couples, and the LGBTQ+ community in the challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, pre-marital concerns, sexual wellbeing, behavioural and personality disorders. I also do psycho-education and special workshops on a need basis.

Haran R P

Hi! I’m an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, and I’m here to offer a safe, judgment‑free space where all identities, expressions, and relationships are respected. As a beginner, I work collaboratively and at your pace, focusing on care, curiosity, and compassion. What I can help with --- Stress, anxiety, and self-esteem. Coming out, identity exploration, and family/cultural concerns. Relationship dynamics, boundaries, and communication. Minority stress, safety, and belonging. How I work ---- My approach is affirming, trauma‑aware, and collaborative. We’ll set goals together, check in regularly, and adjust what isn’t working. I focus on listening deeply, asking gentle questions, and offering tools only when you want them. My values ----Everyone deserves to feel seen, safe, and celebrated. Pronouns matter, language matters, and your lived experience is valid. This is your space—your boundaries, your pace, your story.

Sudev Muraleedharan

As a queer affirmative therapist , I strive to understand each individual man’s unique life stressors and to navigate the sessions based on their lived experiences and subjectivity. I mainly draw my therapeutic framework for queer clients from QACP, ensuring that the space for them is validated!

Kushinara Dharmasen

As an LGBTQ therapist, I
provide a safe and inclusive space for individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities to explore their experiences. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community, I offer affirming and empathetic therapy tailored to each individual's needs

Tanuja Shet

I am a Counseling Psychologist committed to providing safe, affirming, and empowering mental-health support for the LGBTQ+ community. My practice centers on creating a therapeutic space where queer and questioning individuals can explore identity, relationships, emotional well-being, and personal growth without fear of judgment, bias, or stigma.

I offer both individual and group therapy, supporting clients through:
- Identity exploration & affirmation
- Family, relationship, and interpersonal challenges
- Emotional regulation & self-acceptance
- Stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related experiences
- Community-specific stressors, including stigma & discrimination
- Empowerment, self-worth, and resilience building

With certifications in DBT, CBT, ACT, and Queer-Affirmative Therapy, my approach is grounded in evidence-based care, intersectional understanding, and unconditional respect. I integrate skills-based techniques with a compassionate, collaborative style, helping clients develop emotional resilience, self-compassion, communication skills, and empowered authenticity.

My goal is to support individuals in building emotionally fulfilling lives, healthy relationships, and a strong sense of identity, while also fostering safer mental-health spaces for the LGBTQ+ community through group programs, psychoeducation, and inclusive care frameworks.

You deserve a space where your identity is honored, your experiences are understood, and your growth is celebrated, and I’m here to walk with you on that journey.

Ahmed Abdullah Asif

Compassionate psychology graduate with 300+ supervised clinical hours and training in diagnostic assessment, therapeutic techniques, and workshop facilitation. Skilled in case history taking, psychological testing, and content creation for mental health awareness. Seeking a counselling role to apply clinical skills in client assessment and support.

Gitanjali Varma

I treat identity and gender as complex, deeply personal internal feelings rather than concepts requiring immediate labels. Instead of rushing into premature categorization, my approach focuses on exploring underlying emotions, onset events, and personal history at a slow, measured pace guided by the client. This exploratory process is integrated with evidence-based tools from CBT, DBT, and Relationship Counselling to help clients build emotional regulation skills, manage stress, and foster authentic self-understanding.

Harshita Nagare

M.Sc. graduate in Applied Psychology seeking a remote position as a Counselling Psychologist. Follows an Intersectional Feminist, and Queer and Trans Affirming approach to Mental-Health Care. Skilled in ecclectic therapy; proficient in CBTs, SFBT, JPMR, and Client Centred Therapy. JRF Qualified, and aspiring Clinical Psychologist. Background in Systematic Review, Quantitative, Qualitative research, and Psychological Assessments.

Roshan Kumar

I’m a trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist providing online therapy. I specialize in bisexual, gay, lesbian, queer, and coming-out concerns. Using ACT, CBT, DBT, emotionally focused, and mindfulness-based approaches, I tailor sessions to your identity and goals. With a Master’s in Psychology and culturally sensitive, Hindu-informed care, I offer a warm, affirming space to help you feel seen, understood, and empowered.

Esha Rosh Kumar

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Motivated and compassionate Clinical Psychology postgraduate with hands-on experience in psychological assessment, individual counselling, psychoeducation, and mental health promotion. Experienced in working with adolescents and young adults through supervised clinical practice, community mental health initiatives, and student wellbeing programs. Skilled in building therapeutic rapport, conducting psychoeducational workshops, and applying evidence-based counselling approaches. Strong academic and research background with interests in clinical psychology, counselling, relationship psychology, and mental health advocacy. Seeking opportunities as a Psychologist, School Counsellor, Hostel/Residential Counsellor, Career Counsellor, or Psychology Educator to contribute to holistic MH

Soumya Nayak

Offering a safe, compassionate, queer-affirmative, and non-judgmental space for emotional healing, self-understanding, and growth.

With 3 years of experience, I work with individuals navigating emotional, personal, relational, and psychological concerns in a gentle and supportive environment.


Nidhi R Lalwani Jain

I am dedicated to offering compassionate, queer-affirming care for anyone working through identity, personal growth, and emotional well-being. Whether you are processing coming out, managing daily anxiety, or handling major life changes, I provide an empathetic, grounded space to talk things through. I want to prioritize safety and self-discovery, helping you unpack complex emotions, build resilience, and step into a clearer, more authentic version of yourself.

Gino Matthew Lobo

I provide group therapy to members of LGBTQ+ community and have come to hone my craft of supportive and inclusive therapy.  I guide clients through ups and downs of the queer experience, evolving identities and coming out. I have also learned to establish strong group dynamics such that a strengthened community emerges from scattered individuals. 

Sweta Raghav

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