Aanchal is the founder of Another Light Counselling. They hold a Masters in Applied psychology (Clinical) from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai with additional certifications from institutions like the National Institute for Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine, Bombay Psychological Association, Safe Spaces (Accredited by City & Guilds of London), PESI, EMDR Association India to name a few. They have further trained with and certified under experts and veterans of the field like Swati Khanolkar, Dr. Minnu Bhonsle, Dr. Gabor Mate, Tara Brach (PhD), Janina Fisher, Dr. Diane Poole Heller & Dr. Peter Levine among others.


They work with a trauma-informed and queer affirmative approach and specialise working with childhood trauma, complex-trauma, survivors of CSA and dissociation. They have experience in working with perpetrators of abuse with a reformative justice lens. They have had over 450 clients and 6000 hours of psychotherapeutic work.

An activist, philanthropist, trainer and educator, over the span of their career, Aanchal has trained over 5000 people on Gender, Sexuality, Leadership, Communication, Corporate Wellness, Violence & Discrimination including healthcare & mental health professionals, NGOs, Government organisations and students. They have co-created learning & training modules and formulated courses along with mental health organisations and NGOs. 

An associate member of the Indian Academy of Professional Supervisors and a member of the International Society for the Study of Trauma & Dissociation and an external consultant with the UNHCR, Aanchal has trained and held workshops at premier institutes of India including their alma mater Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai University, Whistling Woods International, KC College Mumbai, Wilson’s College Mumbai and many more. Cracking ways to educate people and spread awareness through subliminal tactics is their favourite challenge. They know how to apply and utilise their skill sets in varied settings.

Having partnered with multiple organisations, NGOs and collectives like NHRDN, ChtrBox, CEHAT, Urja Trust, DoctorsForACause, Mumbai Police, The Plane Jar, Light Up, Survivors against TB, Medical Student’s Association of India, iCall, they have worked extensively in the social sector to build awareness and capabilities for issues related to gender, sexuality, violence, discrimination and rehabilitation.
 
As a personal project in 2020, Aanchal raised close to 11000 USD (almost 8 Lakhs INR) for Sex Workers & Homeless Women suffering due to the pandemic.

Hi, I'm Anagha. I'm a Queer Affirmative and Trauma-Informed Counselling Psychologist. I have completed my Master's in Clinical Psychology from Christ University, Delhi-NCR.

I have always believed in the power of acceptance and a judgment-free space in therapy and it is something that I strive to create in all of my sessions. One of my favorite aspects of therapy is the authenticity it brings.

I believe in helping my clients feel peaceful, whole, and safe within themselves. In a world of extremes, I use therapy to try and explore the middle and greys of life.

Apart from these, books, music, history, and culture are a few things that spice up my life.

Hey! My name is Aishwarya Singh and I am trained as a trauma-informed and queer affirmative psychologist. I have completed my M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology from CMR University, Bangalore.

As a therapist, I'd like to provide a safe space for clients where they feel comfortable enough to share their challenges. My goal is to " Help you through" I want my clients to see me as a compassionate listener with a vast toolbox of ways to counteract challenges. I want to facilitate my clients to tap into their strengths, manage their emotions & achieve their goals.

I understand the importance of having a strong therapeutic alliance especially when life presents various conflicts and struggles. I try to be patient, empathetic, and open-minded in all sessions and provide a space that is non-judgemental and caring.

I want to work closely with minority communities and bring social change by taking conscious steps toward bringing awareness about important issues

In my spare time, I like to sip coffee while watching movies and act like a movie critic.

Hello! I’m Kremika and I’m a Psychologist at ALC. I have completed my Masters in Psychology (clinical) from SNDT University, Mumbai. 

I seek to provide a therapy space that is an oasis of trust, and safety, where judgement is left at the door and authentic self-expression is celebrated. My commitment is not to direct, but to accompany clients on their journeys, offering therapeutic tools tailored to their unique needs. 

I aim to help clients navigate their world with a renewed sense of ease, understanding, and personal empowerment; a place where individuals can embark on their journey towards self-discovery and healing.

In my free time, you'll find me lost in the thrilling twists of a page-turner, or trying to translate the beauty of nature onto canvas with a paintbrush.

Hey! I'm Isha Shah and I am a Counselling Psychologist at ALC. I have completed my MSc. in Counselling Psychology from CHRIST University, Bangalore. I am trained as a Trauma-informed and Queer Affirmative practitioner.

To me, each person's story is a unique tapestry waiting to be unveiled. I firmly believe in creating a safe and judgment-free space to help my clients unlock the depths of their inner world.
 
My vision is to empower clients, unlocking their true potential for a fuller, more meaningful life. With compassion as my constant companion, I journey alongside them in fostering resilience, developing insights, authenticity and embracing healing. 
 
In my spare time, I love exploring new music and sometimes even strum my ukulele and sing along. I love spending time in nature, always seeking new adventures :)

Hi :) I write and design the social media posts you've probably seen on ALC’s Instagram and LinkedIn pages. 

I feel very passionately about effective communication, and distilling complex thoughts into simple words. Combined with my affinity for research and going down rabbit-holes, one can imagine the fun I have writing for ALC. I also enjoy dabbling with graphic design.

I have been a professional music producer and drummer for a few years before pivoting into psychology. Now, as I head into masters education, I aspire to be a practicing psychologist in the coming years. Given my interest in research, I would also love to explore formal research in psychology. 

When I’m not working, I’m out and about rescuing stray dogs. In my free time, either I’m glued to a screen (doom scrolling, usually) or a book (which I also read on screens, actually).

Hi, this is Sujoy Chakravarty. I’ve more than 13 years of senior and managerial level of working experience in online and digital marketing.

In my entire professional career I worked for a number of Indian and International clients for online promotion of their product/service based businesses.

Another Light Counselling is a great platform for me where I’ve been working as a part time marketing expert to handle their SEO, content marketing and paid campaigning.

I enjoy my work a lot. Besides my work I enjoy reading books, traveling with friends and family, gardening, taking care of my doggy and aquarium fishes and listening varieties of songs!