Depression: Myths, Symptoms And Treatment
It is important to know what depression is, but it is equally important to know what it is not.
Ms Simran Parekh
Counseling Psychologist
“I am a dedicated and compassionate mental health therapist with over 4 years of experience in the field. With a genuine passion for helping individuals overcome emotional and psychological challenges, I am committed to providing high-quality care and support to their clients. Do connect with me now for support.”
About Me
I am a counseling psychologist in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. I help adolescents, couples, and LGBTQI+ clients with relationship problems and conflict management. I offer mindfulness tools and online therapy to strengthen communication and emotional balance.
Approach
I firmly believe in a collaborative and client-centered approach to therapy. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can freely explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
By tailoring evidence-based interventions to meet each individual's unique needs, I empower the clients to develop effective coping strategies, build resilience, and achieve their therapeutic goals.
Continued professional development is of great importance to me. I stay abreast of the latest research and practices in the mental health field, actively participating in supervision, consultation, and engaging with professional organizations.
I also contribute to mental health awareness by writing blogs and participating as a guest on various podcasts.
Services
Assessment
Counselling
Mindfulness Training
Online Counselling / Phone Therapy
Psychotherapy
Stress Management
Anger Management
Behavior Training
Grief Counseling
Adolescent and Teen Counseling
Relationship Issues
Services Offered:
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Conflict Management
Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.
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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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Crisis Counseling
Immediate, short-term psychological support during an acute mental health crisis such as a panic episode, suicidal thoughts, or overwhelming distress.
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
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Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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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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Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
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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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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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Works With:
- •Adolescents
- •Adults
- •Children
- •Couples
- •Families
- •Individuals
- •Parents
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
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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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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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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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LGBTQI+ Support
The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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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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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
Learn more about Trauma
Professional Title:
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Counseling Psychologist
A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.
Qualifications
Gujarat Forensic Sciences University
J.D. Birla Institute (Affiliated to Jadavpur University)
Mindyog
Psychogenesis Research Foundation
Priority Academy
