Esther

Ms Esther Sylvia

Psychologist

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“Hi, If you’re feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that don’t feel good anymore, you don’t need to have all the answers before reaching out. Therapy with me is a space to slow down and understand what’s happening beneath the surface. I work relationally, paying attention to how your experiences shape your emotions, relationships, and the choices you make. My aim is to offer a steady, supportive space where you can feel heard, gain clarity, and start making choices that truly support your well-being.”

About Me

“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” — Carl R. Rogers This belief in acceptance and relational safety is the heartbeat of my practice. I am Esther Sylvia, a Counselling Psychologist (M.Sc.) and member of the South Asian Association of Transactional Analysts (SAATA). My professional journey has been shaped by diverse experiences, from supporting survivors of domestic violence and burn injuries at PCVC to working with children with learning difficulties. These roles taught me the profound resilience of the human spirit and the necessity of a safe, non-judgmental container for healing. When I’m not in the therapy room, you can find me tending to my plants, spending time with dogs, or getting lost in a good book.

Approach

My Therapeutic Approach I view therapy through the lens of storytelling. I am deeply curious about the narratives we carry—how our histories, cultures, and family backgrounds shape the way we move through the world. My approach is relational and eclectic, grounded strongly in Transactional Analysis (TA). This means we won't just look at symptoms; we will look at the "scripts" you’ve been living by and the larger systems (socio-economic, gender, and cultural) that impact your mental health. I specialize in supporting adults with: Anxiety and Depression Grief and Loss Trauma and Emotional Regulation Relational and Attachment issues Major Life Transitions I work collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe and respectful to you. If you feel like we might be a good fit, you are warmly welcome to reach out.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Psychodynamic Therapy

    A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.

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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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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Abuse

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

  • 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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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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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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  • Identity & Self-Image

    A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.

  • 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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  • Grief, Loss & Bereavement

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.

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  • Depression

    A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.

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Professional Title:

  • Psychologist

    A professional trained to assess and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based psychological methods.

Credentials

Registrations

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Qualifications

Masters in Counselling Psychology

University of Madras

Year: 2020

Grief Counselling

Blue Nile Counselling

Year: 2021

Service Areas

My Practice

In-person & Online

India, India

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