Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about our practice and therapy concepts.

About Therapy

What is Therapy?: Therapy as a process aims at providing a companion and a safe space for their client on their journey of self-exploration and healing. It helps one gain clarity about their life situation, understand themselves and their values better, process difficult emotions, make behavioral changes and experience catharsis.
Do I need therapy?: Therapy aims at providing a safe, accepting and non-judgemental space for clients to explore themselves, process difficult emotions and traumatic life experiences... If you find yourself seeking any or all of this, you could seek out professional help.
Are my problems serious enough for therapy?: Therapy isn't just for people experiencing serious issues, but aims at empowering individuals experiencing different kinds of challenges in their lives. Your feelings are valid and deserve acknowledgement and expression.
Can I choose to discontinue therapy at any time?: Yes, therapy is an entirely voluntary process and you reserve the right to discontinue your sessions.
What is group therapy? What are its benefits?: Group therapy is therapy offered in a group context... Working in groups has many perceived benefits.

How do I book a session?: For Individual Counselling sessions, you can contact the therapist of your choice to check availability.
How will my personal information be used?: Any personal information here will only be used to provide and maintain our service, prevent and address issues, and to clarify contractual consent.
What do I do if my payment is stuck?: Please reach out to contact@gulmohar.org.in.

Can I be friends with my therapist?: No, you cannot be friends with your therapist. Ethical guidelines dictate that the client-counsellor alliance cannot have a dual relationship.
Will my therapist share my information with anyone else?: Confidentiality is an important aspect. All therapists are ethically and legally obliged to keep client information private. A therapist might seek supervision, upon which client anonymity will be assured.
Is my therapist qualified?: All therapists at Gulmohar hold an MSc. in Counselling Psychology. They have been trained in ethics and practice and continue to seek education.