Monika

Mrs Monika Mande

Counseling Psychologist

A compassionate, non-judgmental, trauma informed therapist with an eclectic approach. A consultant psychologist with 9 years of rich experience of working as a counselor, psychotherapist, and facilitator. Over the years I have been trained into client centered, narrative therapy, and REBT-CBT approaches.

About Me

Clients find a compassionate, non-judgmental space with this consultant psychologist. Drawing on nine years of experience, they offer trauma-informed care through an eclectic approach. This blends client-centred understanding with practical tools from REBT-CBT and narrative therapy. Sessions are tailored, helping you explore experiences and develop new perspectives. This flexible style suits those seeking a safe environment to navigate challenges and find a clear path forward.

Approach

Rather than only diagnosing, sessions begin with open listening and gentle curiosity, then shift into collaborative goal-setting that blends storytelling with practical coping skills. Based in Pune I work online and in person, in English, Hindi/Urdu and Marathi, keeping pacing flexible to suit adults and couples. Therapy moves between exploring past patterns through narrative reflection and practising REBT-CBT–informed exercises between meetings, so change feels steady and manageable. People facing anxiety, relationship strains or life transitions often find this approach helpful.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Conflict Management

    Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • 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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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered 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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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

Works With:

  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

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

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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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  • Body Image

    How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

Professional Title:

  • Counseling Psychologist

    A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.

Qualifications


Savitribai Phule Pune University

Registrations


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Service Area


Online and Offline from India

In-person & Online

Sinhgad Road

Pune, Maharashtra

India

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