Person Centred Counselling in South Manchester and Online
A safe place for healing and transformation
Welcome to MSG Counselling
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be struggling with anxiety, processing grief, or dealing with past trauma. It's natural to feel stuck, confused, or unsure about how to move forward. Taking the first step to seek support shows incredible courage and self-awareness. As a person-centred counsellor based in South Manchester and Didsbury, I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can explore your feelings and work towards healing and growth.
I am a BACP registered counsellor with over 500 hours of supervised clinical work, offering both in-person counselling in South Manchester and Didsbury, as well as online or telephone sessions for clients across the UK. I believe, as a therapist, it's important to understand your socioeconomic, ethnic, cultural, religious, and spiritual beliefs to be able to facilitate healing and transformation. My person-centred approach means we work together at your pace, whether you're looking for short-term support or longer-term therapy. I specialise in trauma and grief counselling, with particular expertise in complex PTSD. I work with people of all ages, genders and ethnic backgrounds.
Being born and raised in India and settling in the UK as an adult, I have experienced significant change, adaptation, and integration that deeply informs my practice. I work with adult individuals (18+) and offer sessions in English, Urdu, Bengali, and Hindi. Through our collaborative therapeutic relationship, we can address various challenges including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, cultural challenges, and low self-esteem. All sessions are confidential and tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Qualifications and Training
- Certificate in Revolutionising Trauma Treatment
- Certificate in Mastering IFS in resolving Clinical Challenges
- Certificate in Using Neuroscience in calming Panic and Anxiety.
- Certificate in Bereavement Awareness
- Certificate in Working with suicide
- Certificate in Working with Shame
- Complex Trauma Certification Training
Areas I Can Help With
“Trauma is not what happens to us, but what we hold inside in the absence of an empathetic witness.”
– Dr Bessel van der Kolk
My expertise spans various areas, with particular focus on trauma, complex PTSD, and grief. I work extensively with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. Having worked with diverse communities, I bring cultural sensitivity and understanding to our sessions. Together we can work on challenges such as:
Trauma and PTSD
Grief and loss
Anxiety and depression
Pregnancy Loss (Including Abortion)
Counselling Through Perimenopause & Menopause
Cultural and identity challenges
Self-esteem and confidence
Life transitions and personal growth
Stress management
Domestic abuse recovery
Shame and self-worth
Counselling for Older Adults
Relationship difficulties
“If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can’t survive”
– Brene Brown
Initial Consultation
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help us both decide if we might work well together. During this call, you can share what brings you to counselling, ask any questions you have about the process, and get a sense of how I work. This informal conversation helps ensure you feel comfortable moving forward and allows me to understand if I'm the right counsellor to support you on your journey. There's no obligation to proceed after our initial chat.
“Therapy should not be theory driven but relationship driven”
– Irvin Yalom
My Approach
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination."
– Carl Roger
As a person-centred counsellor, I believe you are the expert in your own life. My role is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) techniques where helpful, which can offer valuable insights into how different parts of ourselves respond to life's challenges. This trauma-informed approach helps create lasting positive change while ensuring you feel safe and supported throughout our work together.
What My Clients Say
“My session with Mousumi have been incredibly valuable for my personal growth. Over the 18 months I have known her, she has helped me view situations, challenges, and people from fresh perspectives. I was struggling with anxiety and coping with the loss of a family member, but Mousumi guided me through my grief, helping me come to terms with the loss and rebuild my confidence. This newfound understanding has brought greater clarity to my interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships”.
“I initially worked with Mousumi for a handful of counselling sessions as part of an abortion aftercare service. By the end of our sessions, I felt such a deep connection to her that I decided to continue the sessions privately. I have been in therapy for years, but I have never felt as comfortable with any other therapist as I do with Mousumi. For the first time, I feel truly heard."
From our very first session, she put me at ease and listened without judgment, which allowed me to open up completely. Last December was an incredibly difficult time for me as I underwent an abortion, lost my dog, and dealt with an ongoing police case involving my abusive ex-partner.
I absolutely could not have made it through without Mousumi by my side. She was so patient during my recovery and helped me understand that I was grieving all of these losses. She taught me to be kind to myself and not to expect to bounce back to my normal self right away. I still remember the day I started to feel more like myself. Although it was an incredibly painful time, I experienced significant growth and realisations as a result - something I credit to her. Mousumi helped me see that I should also thank myself, as I met her halfway by taking small, positive steps every day. Because of this, I always leave our sessions with more clarity and confidence in myself.
Nowadays, she helps me manage my anxiety, loneliness, and relationships. I look forward to our sessions, as they are sometimes the only opportunity I have for a deep, meaningful conversation in a week - which I am so grateful for.
As a person of colour, I know how difficult it can be to find a therapist who understands your struggles in the context of your culture and background. I would highly recommend Mousumi to anyone, especially women of colour who have yet to find their ideal therapist.
I feel very fortunate to have come across Mousumi and hope to continue working with her for many years to come. Thank you, Mousumi, for all the support you have given me - I appreciate it so much”.
Let's Start the Conversation
I know taking the first step can feel overwhelming. That's why I offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if we're a good fit to work together. Whether you're seeking counselling in South Manchester, Didsbury, or online, I'm here to help.
My Location
For in person sessions, my practice is located in East Didsbury, which is easily accessible from Manchester City Centre, South Manchester, Fallowfield, Withington, Didsbury, Levenshulme, Burnage, Longsight, Northenden, Sale, Altrincham and Stockport.
Bus Route: No's: 142, 42, 42A, 42C
Nearest Train Stop: East Didsbury
Local Parking: Onsite paid parking and free parking available on neighbouring roads.
I also offer online and telephone counselling sessions for clients throughout the UK.
Whether you're looking for counselling in South Manchester, Didsbury, or prefer online sessions from anywhere in the UK, I'm here to support you. Let's start with a free 15-minute consultation to discuss how we might work together.
Get In Touch
Thank you for considering taking this step. Reaching out for support takes courage, and I'm here to help you begin your journey.
I aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours during weekdays.