Clients' Feedback

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!

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.

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.

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 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...

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

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