Lakshmi Priya

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 am an empathetic psychologist, mental health counselor and also a certified career counsellor. I believe that there is no greater reward than seeing someone rise above the challenges and conquer the set goals. I specialize in a wide range of areas including stress management, grief counseling, relationship issues, addiction, parenting challenges, self-esteem problems, and career guidance.

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

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

University of Madras

Year: 2001

Service Areas

In-person & Online

Sholinganallur

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

India