Malini Shummoogum , BACP

Malini Shummoogum brings more than 25 years of counselling experience in the United Kingdom, working with people across the lifespan including young people, adults, couples and those who are retired. She has supported clients from diverse backgrounds through challenges such as stress, anxiety, addictions, bullying, relationship and trauma-related issues, as well as difficulties with low mood, self-esteem and confidence.

Her approach is grounded in respect, sensitivity and compassion, and she places the client’s time and space at the centre of the work. Malini believes that seeking change takes courage and views therapy as a collaborative journey to help individuals feel better, meet personal goals, and pursue a more fulfilling life.

Malini uses a variety of evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person’s needs, drawing on methods that foster self-awareness, practical coping skills and constructive behaviour change. She is a member of the BACP, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, reflecting adherence to professional standards for counsellors and psychotherapists.

Throughout her practice she aims to support and empower clients as they work through issues related to relationships, self-esteem, addictions and broader emotional wellbeing, offering a steady and empathetic presence as clients navigate change.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Malini integrates client-centered work and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients explore feelings and build practical skills. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgemental space where the client’s own goals guide the work and self-discovery, which can be helpful for issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy offers structured techniques to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, often used for stress, anxiety, low mood and addiction-related patterns.

She also offers hypnotherapy when appropriate, using guided relaxation and focused attention to support changes in habits, reduce anxiety and strengthen motivation; this is used as a complementary tool alongside talking therapies rather than as a standalone cure.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Malini works collaboratively with each client to decide which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences. Sessions can be adapted over time as progress is made.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit appointments around work, caregiving and daily life. These formats make it easier to access regular support from licensed professionals, maintain continuity of care, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for the client.