Malini Shummoogum , BACP

Malini Shummoogum is a UK counsellor with more than 25 years of experience in the field of counselling, working with people from diverse backgrounds including young people, adults, couples and those who are retired. She has supported clients through a wide range of concerns, with particular experience in stress, anxiety, addictions, bullying, relationship and trauma-related issues as well as low mood, self-esteem and confidence. She holds the BACP credential, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Her practice is grounded in respect, sensitivity and compassion. Malini views seeking help as an act of courage and brings a calm, empowering presence to the therapeutic process. She is passionate about helping individuals clarify goals, pursue personal development and work toward feeling better and more fulfilled in day-to-day life.

Sessions are framed around the client’s needs, with an emphasis on creating a space that belongs to the person seeking support. Malini aims to support and empower clients as they explore changes, make decisions and build skills to manage current challenges and future transitions.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgmental environment where the client’s priorities guide the work. It emphasizes empathy and active listening to help people explore feelings, build self-awareness and make choices that align with their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented approach that helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and develop skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, low mood and stress. Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to support changes in perception and behavior; it can be used alongside other approaches to address issues such as anxiety, addictive behaviors and confidence concerns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Malini works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals and personal preferences. That process often involves trying techniques and adapting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals and therapists, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions and access support from familiar surroundings, while preserving the collaborative and evidence-informed focus of in-person work.