Lakshmi Priya Sivaraman, MSc

Psychological Counselor

“Are you struggling with life's challenges and need someone to talk to? You don't have to face it alone. Invest in your mental well-being and take the first step to navigate life's complexities.”

About Me

I’m a trauma- informed psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s emotional, psychological, academic, and career challenges. With years of experience, I’ve worked with clients aged 13 to 55 — supporting teens through career choices and academic stress, and adults facing anxiety, burnout, or relationship difficulties. My eclectic therapeutic approach combines CBT, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and positive psychology to create personalized, effective trauma informed support. I offer a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and empowered to grow. Beyond therapy, I’m a certified A-Star career counselor and have guided students in making informed academic and career choices using data-driven assessments. I also design and deliver workshops tailored for diverse audiences like schools, colleges, and corporates on topics such as stress management, emotional intelligence, communication, critical thinking, learning agility, time management, team building, interview preparation, mental health topics, well being workshops and workplace inclusion. Whether in therapy, career guidance, or training, my mission is to help people not just survive — but truly thrive. Let’s connect and begin your journey toward clarity, resilience, and lasting change. Fluent in English and Tamil.

Approach

You’ll notice I slow the pace when emotions run high, matching the rhythm you bring so we can name what’s most alive for you. Sessions move between curiosity and practical focus: we track patterns, try small experiments in thought or behaviour, and pause to notice what changed before the next meeting. Between sessions I invite brief reflections or exercises that feel doable, not burdensome, so the work carries forward. People looking for steady, collaborative change tend to find this approach helpful.

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Basic Information

Chennai, India

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
Corporate Workshops
Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.
Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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Training
Professional development programmes for mental health practitioners, including workshops, courses, and continuing education.
Trauma Counseling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Stress Management
Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.
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Parenting Support
Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.
Online Counseling
Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.
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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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Support Groups
Facilitated groups of people with shared experiences who meet regularly to listen, share, and support one another.

Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Individuals
Organisations
Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Adolescent Therapy
Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.
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Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Burnout
A state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, characterised by detachment, cynicism, and reduced effectiveness.
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Career Issues
Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.
Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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Forgiveness
The psychological process of releasing resentment or anger toward someone who has caused harm, a complex emotional journey rather than a simple decision.
Young Adult Issues
The unique psychological challenges of emerging adulthood (18–25), including identity formation, independence, relationship navigation, and finding direction.
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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Professional Title:

Psychological Counselor
A counselor who applies psychological principles to help clients with emotional, relational, and personal difficulties.

Credentials

Qualifications

Master of Science (MSc)

University of Madras

Year: 2001

Service Areas

In-person & Online

Sholinganallur

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

India

Sholinganallur, Chennai, India