Kshipra Pathrikar, M.A, M.Phil
Psychologist
Mumbai

You may benefit from counseling or therapy if you are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, emotional distress, low self-esteem, grief, anger, life transitions, or any personal challenge that is affecting your daily life, relationships, or overall well-being.

The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other. We will discuss your concerns, relevant background information, your goals for therapy, and how counseling may help. It is also a chance for you to ask questions and determine whether you feel comfortable with the therapeutic process.

Yes. Online counseling sessions are available through secure video consultations, allowing you to access professional support from the comfort of your home.

Individual counseling sessions are typically 50 minutes long. Short individual sessions are 30 minutes. Couples counseling and family counseling sessions may be longer depending on the nature of the appointment.

The number of sessions varies from person to person and depends on the nature of your concerns, therapeutic goals, and progress throughout the counseling process. During the first session, we will gain an initial understanding of your concerns, current difficulties, and treatment needs. Based on this assessment, an estimated treatment plan, including the recommended frequency and approximate number of sessions, will be discussed with you. However, this may be reviewed and adjusted over time depending on your progress and evolving needs.Some individuals benefit from short-term counseling focused on specific concerns, while others may require longer-term therapeutic support to address more complex or longstanding difficulties.

Therapeutic approaches may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), motivational interviewing, relaxation techniques, behavior modification, and other evidence-based interventions tailored to your individual needs.

No. You can contact Mind Health Clinic directly and schedule an appointment without a referral.

Yes. Confidentiality is an essential part of the therapeutic relationship. Information shared during sessions is kept private except in situations where disclosure may be required by law or where there is a serious risk of harm to yourself or others.

Absolutely. Therapy is not only for mental health conditions. Many people seek counseling for personal growth, stress management, relationship concerns, improving self-confidence, or navigating difficult life situations.

Appointments can be requested through the website, by phone, email, or WhatsApp. Once your appointment is scheduled, you may receive a confirmation message prior to the session.

If you are unable to attend your appointment, please inform the clinic at least 12 hours prior to your scheduled session or at the time you receive the appointment confirmation message, whichever is earlier. Clients may receive a reminder or confirmation message prior to their scheduled session. Once a client confirms their attendance, the appointment slot is reserved exclusively for them.Cancellations made after confirming the appointment, as well as missed appointments (No-Shows), will be subject to 100% of the session fee in accordance with our Cancellation Policy. We encourage clients to notify the clinic promptly if they need to reschedule so that the appointment slot may be made available to others.

Therapy provides a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we work to develop insight, improve coping skills, build resilience, and create meaningful positive change.

Yes. Counseling services are available for children and adolescents experiencing emotional, behavioral, academic, social, or family-related difficulties.

Yes. Couples counseling and family counseling sessions are available to help improve communication, strengthen relationships, and address ongoing conflicts or concerns.

No. Mind Health Clinic does not provide emergency mental health or crisis intervention services. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or are at immediate risk of harm, please contact emergency services, visit the nearest hospital, or call Tele-MANAS (India's 24/7 mental health helpline) at 14416 immediately.