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Individual Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy or often called counselling is a process to help you explore…

Play Therapy

Play therapy is a way of counselling children using carefully selected toys. Many…

Child Parent Relationship Therapy

Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT) is a special 10 session play based…

Online Counselling

Online counselling can save a lot of your commute time. In fact,…

Supervision

Supervision provides you with the space as a therapist "to think with…

Welcome!

If you are new to psychotherapy, possibly you’ve reached this site because you are wondering whether I or therapy can help you? Or, maybe you are unsure, what is it like? Or, perhaps you feel skeptic, how does talking help? At the outset I’d say that the only way to know therapy is to experience it!

You might be searching for some solution to your problems? And it might be hard for you to believe that “just talking” can be helpful. But, if you are feeling lonely and lost, a deep talk, in which you come to understand yourself through your past experiences  or what you are living right now, can profoundly help you. If your feelings are intense and scary, it can be a relief to feel those with your therapist. And if you are really confused right now, talking about it can bring clarity for you.

Talking about your stress is the first step you need to make it manageable.

 

Does your child need help?

Most children experience difficult and demanding times as they grow, like adjusting to new school/home, trouble making friends, parent’s divorce, or death in the family. Some children need more help than others to get through such difficulties. They may express these by withdrawing into a shell, having intense fears/nightmares, or throwing temper-tantrums, or angry outbursts.

If you have such concerns about your child’s behaviour, Play Therapy can help.

Who is play therapy for?

Play therapy helps all children, 3 years and above; normal to severely maladjusted; who are distressed due to concerns at school/family, are fearful, anxious, aggressive or are victims of child abuse or bullying.

Play is the most natural way every child communicates. Toys are like words and play is his language. Just the way adults talk about their experiences, children use toys to explore their experiences and express what they think and how they feel.

Play is therapeutic.

“Play is an incredibly powerful way to learn, grow and heal.” Bruce D Perry

Success Stories

Kusum is a wonderful listener, to start with. She cares and knows her job too, and as simple as it might sound, that combination is not easy to find. There are many who are empaths but do not have as much insight into what could be the root of the issue, where in the development trajectory the other person is, what helps, when to time an intervention and how to frame it. And there could be some who can spot-on say what the root issue is and can't wait to apply the "fix", the "let me tell you" types. Kusum ain't ether of these. She makes the journey yours, the discovery of the issues as well as their resolution. In my own case, I have started to learn the ability to stay with the hard feelings and that has been helping me. So when a friend asked me to suggest a counsellor, I was only happy to refer him to Kusum. It has helped him too.


Anonymity requested, Age 35

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2020-12-28T17:28:09+05:30

Anonymity requested, Age 35

Kusum is a wonderful listener, to start with. She cares and knows her job too, and as simple as it might sound, that combination is not easy to find. There are many who are empaths but do not have as much insight into what could be the root of the issue, where in the development trajectory the other person is, what helps, when to time an intervention and how to frame it. And there could be some who can spot-on say what the root issue is and can't wait to apply the "fix", the "let me tell you" types. Kusum ain't ether of these. She makes the journey yours, the discovery of the issues as well as their resolution. In my own case, I have started to learn the ability to stay with the hard feelings and that has been helping me. So when a friend asked me to suggest a counsellor, I was only happy to refer him to Kusum. It has helped him too.

Although I felt that no direct guidance and advise was being given .. initially ... I can now see that in a subtle way my sessions with Kusum have brought about a self inquiry and a looking into myself kind of mindset ... If I ever need an understanding listening going forward .... I now know whom to reach out to though I am hoping I don’t!


Anonymity requested, Age 49

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2020-12-28T17:28:31+05:30

Anonymity requested, Age 49

Although I felt that no direct guidance and advise was being given .. initially ... I can now see that in a subtle way my sessions with Kusum have brought about a self inquiry and a looking into myself kind of mindset ... If I ever need an understanding listening going forward .... I now know whom to reach out to though I am hoping I don’t!
I took my counselling sessions ,when I was totally broken... my marriage was about to break....I was worried horribly for my 6 yr child. Much of my pain was...I was not able to handle the situation, myself...my child...my parents, siblings' response towards me. Kusum ma'am..give me full scope to express myself....her face gestures made me feel.....like I will get my problems' solution only here. She make me realize ..how strengthfull I am & helped me to clear all my doubts myself....& love can heal anything, "u can Neha" her magic words...turned my life, back to on wheels. Now I am living happily with my husband & son.....I take sessions with ma'am whenever needed.....Best quality of ma'am I like .... she is not for money making only.... She is a gem, very intelligent & loving.


Neha, Age 32

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2020-12-28T17:36:27+05:30

Neha, Age 32

I took my counselling sessions ,when I was totally broken... my marriage was about to break....I was worried horribly for my 6 yr child. Much of my pain was...I was not able to handle the situation, myself...my child...my parents, siblings' response towards me. Kusum ma'am..give me full scope to express myself....her face gestures made me feel.....like I will get my problems' solution only here. She make me realize ..how strengthfull I am & helped me to clear all my doubts myself....& love can heal anything, "u can Neha" her magic words...turned my life, back to on wheels. Now I am living happily with my husband & son.....I take sessions with ma'am whenever needed.....Best quality of ma'am I like .... she is not for money making only.... She is a gem, very intelligent & loving.

My son's rage scared me, and I worried about his constant talking back... It was a relief to have an outlet, somebody i could talk to who knows what you are talking about. A person who gets you, understands and touches upon your feelings. Somebody who cares about you. I will always thank Kusum to help us get "in touch" with each other. We were people under one roof, we are a family now.


Shalini, Parent of a 5 yr old child client.

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2020-12-28T18:12:05+05:30

Shalini, Parent of a 5 yr old child client.

My son's rage scared me, and I worried about his constant talking back... It was a relief to have an outlet, somebody i could talk to who knows what you are talking about. A person who gets you, understands and touches upon your feelings. Somebody who cares about you. I will always thank Kusum to help us get "in touch" with each other. We were people under one roof, we are a family now.

I like many never believed that a outside person can help improve my relationship. Like so many others it was easier to just be in my own comfort zone. My only regret is we did not meet Kusum 30 years back.. She did not wave a magic wand to me and my wife, but was able to show a perspective,which helped us understand ourselves better,which also made us realise to value ourself and also our partner. We could respect each other better as human beings. I would honestly recommend to take her counsel to enrich your own life, and your relationship with your partner, family and live a enriched life. There is no age limit and each aspect in life comes with its own challenges... We spend more time, energy, money on servicing our car but dont service ourselves.


Mohan, Age 63

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2021-01-18T13:40:27+05:30

Mohan, Age 63

I like many never believed that a outside person can help improve my relationship. Like so many others it was easier to just be in my own comfort zone. My only regret is we did not meet Kusum 30 years back.. She did not wave a magic wand to me and my wife, but was able to show a perspective,which helped us understand ourselves better,which also made us realise to value ourself and also our partner. We could respect each other better as human beings. I would honestly recommend to take her counsel to enrich your own life, and your relationship with your partner, family and live a enriched life. There is no age limit and each aspect in life comes with its own challenges... We spend more time, energy, money on servicing our car but dont service ourselves.

I met Kusum ma'am when the pandemic was raging. I was having my own raging head to deal with, while dealing with the pandemic. I received an outlet for my intense feelings and was able to see patterns in my behavior. So when I finally have to stop the sessions, I am a little sad...


Abhishek, Age 24

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2021-02-16T20:47:32+05:30

Abhishek, Age 24

I met Kusum ma'am when the pandemic was raging. I was having my own raging head to deal with, while dealing with the pandemic. I received an outlet for my intense feelings and was able to see patterns in my behavior. So when I finally have to stop the sessions, I am a little sad...

When I started, I was just not sure what I really wanted, but from inside I knew I needed to throw away all those masks... I found a space where I could be without wearing make up, without bothering how I dressed, or how I looked.. how uncomfortable that was! And also, how scary -- to face myself with all those fears and dark feelings hidden inside me....  to my huge relief, with Kusum I could still feel accepted just the way I was. I felt extremely vulnerable many days... and yet have felt deeply liberated... .


Ritu, Age 41

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2021-04-22T16:12:46+05:30

Ritu, Age 41

When I started, I was just not sure what I really wanted, but from inside I knew I needed to throw away all those masks... I found a space where I could be without wearing make up, without bothering how I dressed, or how I looked.. how uncomfortable that was! And also, how scary -- to face myself with all those fears and dark feelings hidden inside me....  to my huge relief, with Kusum I could still feel accepted just the way I was. I felt extremely vulnerable many days... and yet have felt deeply liberated... .
I met Kusum in utter state of confusion, and agitation, didn't know how to put my thoughts and feelings into words. What helped me most was she could understand me and what I really needed at that time, even though I could not tell it. She always found a way to help me talk and made it so much easier.

Sakshi, Age 23

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2021-06-16T12:17:28+05:30

Sakshi, Age 23

I met Kusum in utter state of confusion, and agitation, didn't know how to put my thoughts and feelings into words. What helped me most was she could understand me and what I really needed at that time, even though I could not tell it. She always found a way to help me talk and made it so much easier.

My experience with Dr Kusum is amazing.  She is one of the finest and empathetic therapist I would have met. My child did immense progress with her and we as parents also got a lot of insights. I am extremely grateful for her work and effort she put towards my child..


Gargi, Parent of a 12 year old child client

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2022-03-03T16:47:22+05:30

Gargi, Parent of a 12 year old child client

My experience with Dr Kusum is amazing.  She is one of the finest and empathetic therapist I would have met. My child did immense progress with her and we as parents also got a lot of insights. I am extremely grateful for her work and effort she put towards my child..

A compassionate, experienced and sensitive mental health expert, especially good with younger children.


Pooja, Parent of a 7 year old child client

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2022-06-09T17:28:15+05:30

Pooja, Parent of a 7 year old child client

A compassionate, experienced and sensitive mental health expert, especially good with younger children.

I had met Dr Kusum Gulati to get help for my 13 year old son. I just couldn't understand his violent lashing outs, my endless shouting, outbursts and intense helplessness. Everything seemed out of control and I had begun to blame him and everyone else for his out of place, very challenging behaviour. My sittings with Kusum helped me look at my life differently and it completely changed my perspective. During our talks I found how my own fears, vulnerability and traumatic experience from the past was my real issue coming in the way of me and my family. Kusum gave me the space to identify those and gain a hold on my life. Her genuinity  and true caring supported me all through my very hard and long journey.


Anonymity requested, Age 38

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2022-07-04T13:25:13+05:30

Anonymity requested, Age 38

I had met Dr Kusum Gulati to get help for my 13 year old son. I just couldn't understand his violent lashing outs, my endless shouting, outbursts and intense helplessness. Everything seemed out of control and I had begun to blame him and everyone else for his out of place, very challenging behaviour. My sittings with Kusum helped me look at my life differently and it completely changed my perspective. During our talks I found how my own fears, vulnerability and traumatic experience from the past was my real issue coming in the way of me and my family. Kusum gave me the space to identify those and gain a hold on my life. Her genuinity  and true caring supported me all through my very hard and long journey.
The greatest battle I've had to fight in life was with my own past. Memories haunted me and all I wanted was to run away. Most of the time, I looked for escapes, distractions and false securities. All this pushed me into intense suffering, chaos and confusion. Years together, I lived with self-hatred, self-pity and self-destructive thoughts. I saw no hope for myself. Agreeing to seek help from a counsellor was not easy either. I was skeptical, unwilling and cynical. With a much needed push from my friends and well-wishers, I finally decided to take help from Dr. Kusum. That one decision turned out to be the strongest commitment I made for my own well-being.

In the very first session, Dr Kusum gave me the confidence to open up about my deepest fears and vulnerabilities. She held a safe space for me to share my past experiences. Her non-judgemental and non-interfering ways of leading conversations was very helpful. She asked the right questions, equipping me with the right ways of looking at my own reactions and thought processes, both within and outside our sessions. Slowly, I could get in touch with my mind's most abstract images, memories and thoughts. I started being compassionate towards myself, made peace with my past and accepted my life as it is with all its good and bad sides. I felt deeply enriched and empowered through this process. I express my heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Kusum for being an important part of this amazing journey!

Swathi, Age 38

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2022-07-10T16:26:07+05:30

Swathi, Age 38

The greatest battle I've had to fight in life was with my own past. Memories haunted me and all I wanted was to run away. Most of the time, I looked for escapes, distractions and false securities. All this pushed me into intense suffering, chaos and confusion. Years together, I lived with self-hatred, self-pity and self-destructive thoughts. I saw no hope for myself. Agreeing to seek help from a counsellor was not easy either. I was skeptical, unwilling and cynical. With a much needed push from my friends and well-wishers, I finally decided to take help from Dr. Kusum. That one decision turned out to be the strongest commitment I made for my own well-being. In the very first session, Dr Kusum gave me the confidence to open up about my deepest fears and vulnerabilities. She held a safe space for me to share my past experiences. Her non-judgemental and non-interfering ways of leading conversations was very helpful. She asked the right questions, equipping me with the right ways of looking at my own reactions and thought processes, both within and outside our sessions. Slowly, I could get in touch with my mind's most abstract images, memories and thoughts. I started being compassionate towards myself, made peace with my past and accepted my life as it is with all its good and bad sides. I felt deeply enriched and empowered through this process. I express my heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Kusum for being an important part of this amazing journey!

Bhavyata jeevan ke prashanon ki, laghuta hamaare uttaron ki; jo iss asuntalan ko bhang karti h, tula ke iss sirey ko doosre k sang karti h... Yeh kusum, kusum ko...


Kaushalendra, Age 39

Kusum Gulati Chawla
2021-02-19T18:14:28+05:30

Kaushalendra, Age 39

Bhavyata jeevan ke prashanon ki, laghuta hamaare uttaron ki; jo iss asuntalan ko bhang karti h, tula ke iss sirey ko doosre k sang karti h... Yeh kusum, kusum ko...
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