Shivani

Shivani Mittal

Registered Counselor

Verified

“In our time together, I see therapy as a collaboration where we walk through your challenges side by side. My goal is to create a safe and compassionate space where you feel heard and supported. By understanding your unique needs and preferences, I offer guidance that empowers your personal growth and healing.”

About Me

I believe in working alongside you, helping you navigate life's complexities with clarity and confidence. My commitment is to foster a truly safe and compassionate space where your unique story can unfold. We will explore your challenges together, ensuring you feel genuinely heard and supported. This collaborative approach provides tailored guidance, empowering your personal growth and helping you find a way forward.

Approach

Together we'll map what feels stuck, name the patterns keeping you stuck, and decide on small, realistic steps you can try between sessions. In Sydney or online, in English or Hindi/Urdu, I keep sessions steady and paced—we gently examine moments of strong emotion, reflect on what you notice, and practice new responses so you can tolerate uncertainty and build clearer connections with others. Expect grounded, practical work with occasional short exercises between meetings. This way of working often suits people seeking clarity amid overwhelm or relationship strain.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Counseling

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

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  • MBT (Mentalisation-Based Therapy)

    A therapy that strengthens the ability to understand one's own mental states and those of others, improving emotional regulation and relationships.

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Works With:

  • All ages
  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Elderly
  • Families
  • Individuals
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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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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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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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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  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Abuse

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

  • OCD

    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a condition involving unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions) performed to relieve anxiety.

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  • Relationship Counseling

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

  • 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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Professional Title:

  • Registered Counselor

    A counselor who is formally registered with a professional or regulatory body.

Credentials

Registrations

Certified Practising Counsellor Provisional Registrant

Counsellor; Psychotherapist

Qualifications

Australian College of Applied Professions

Service Areas

TheSecondDoor

In-person & Online

Caddens

Sydney, New South Wales

Australia