Deepika

Ms Deepika Sekar, MSc

Psychotherapist

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“I see people as having rich and complex inner lives that cannot be fully captured by using diagnostic labels. That said, people often come to psychotherapy when their emotions begin to feel out of control or no longer make any sense. I work with this subjective experience of distress. For some, this may surface as anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, irritable and out-of-control. For others, it may be felt as disinterest, a lack of motivation, depression or hopelessness. I approach these symptoms, diagnoses, and presenting concerns from a biopsychosocial perspective. Just as a headache can be triggered by anything from a common cold to a migraine, emotional distress can stem from multiple, interwoven causes. Psychotherapy is often the first place where one can begin to make sense of their experiences.”

About Me

I am a Psychotherapist in private practice based in Chennai, India. I hold an MSc in Applied Psychology (with a specialization in Counselling). I have also completed the Foundation Year in Group Analysis (Oxford Foundation Course, Turvey UK) My thinking is rooted in psychoanalytic thought, while recognizing that intersections of caste, socioeconomic status, gender and sexual orientation shape one's experiences. My practice as of now is fully virtual. For enquiries, write to me at vtssdeepika@gmail.com.

Approach

My therapeutic approach is grounded in psychodynamic theories, focusing on unconscious mental life. This means being curious about how one relates to others and how one feels about oneself. More importantly, much of my attention will also be to the relationship that is built in therapy - its ups and downs, its meandering path, the confusions, frustrations and hopes that will inevitably arise in any relationship of depth. Contemplating these aspects about oneself, in the presence of someone who is non-intrusive and non-defensive, is often central to the work of therapy. This is the experience I aim to offer my clients.
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Basic Information

Online Only

Services

A few things that I have come to understand well include working with interpersonal conflicts; with the pressures that notions of masculinity place on men and how these pressures affect both men and women; with those navigating the demands of modern work and productivity; with those who find their identity and relational experiences being impacted by tech, dating apps and social media; with abuse in intimate relationships; with experiences around infidelity.

Services Offered:

  • Psychodynamic Therapy

    A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.

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  • Support Groups

    Facilitated groups of people with shared experiences who meet regularly to listen, share, and support one another.

  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Counselling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Trauma Counselling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Grief, Loss & Bereavement

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.

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  • Identity & Self-Image

    A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.

  • Intimacy Issues

    Difficulties with emotional or physical closeness in relationships, including fear of vulnerability, avoidance of connection, or sexual concerns.

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  • Men's Issues

    Psychological challenges commonly experienced by men, including difficulty expressing emotions, anger, relationship struggles, fatherhood pressures, and societal expectations of masculinity.

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Personality Difficulties

    Long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others that cause persistent distress or problems in relationships and daily life.

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Credentials

Qualifications

Master of Science (MSc)

Madurai Kamaraj University

Service Areas

Online Only

Chennai · Mumbai · Delhi

India

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