Malini Shummoogum, BACP
- Stress and anxiety support
- Addiction recovery guidance
- Relationship and self esteem
About Malini Shummoogum
Her clinical focus includes stress and anxiety, support for addictions, and help with relationship and trauma-related concerns. She also works with low mood, self-esteem and confidence issues, and with problems such as bullying and coping with life changes. She approaches each person with sensitivity and compassion, recognising the courage it takes to seek change and to aim for a more fulfilling life.
Malini is accredited by the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and bases her work on helping clients set and reach personal goals, develop greater self-understanding, or simply feel better in day-to-day life. She emphasises the client’s time and space as central to therapy and aims to support and empower individuals as they explore change and growth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Malini Shummoogum have?
Malini has 25 years of experience working in counselling within the United Kingdom.
Is Malini Shummoogum a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.
In which languages does Malini Shummoogum provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Malini Shummoogum located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Malini Shummoogum as my therapist?
You can work with Malini through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Malini Shummoogum work with international clients?
Malini does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Malini Shummoogum cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches for online counselling and therapeutic support
Malini uses client-centred work to create a supportive space where the client’s priorities guide the conversation. This approach focuses on listening, empathy and respect, helping people explore their values, relationships and goals and often suits those facing low mood, self-esteem or relationship concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - is used to help identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, and can be effective for stress, anxiety and mood difficulties by teaching tools to manage symptoms and build coping strategies.
Mindfulness-based techniques are also integrated to help clients develop present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to stress. These practices can support emotional regulation and complement other therapeutic work.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Malini will work with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses so the work feels tailored and useful.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and live chat or text-based messaging provide additional ways to connect. For many people this range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain continuity of support with registered professionals.