- Person‑centred approach
- Cognitive behavioural tools
- Mindfulness techniques
About Mandika
Mandika Shah-Dhillon is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with four years of practice. She works with people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low mood and anger. She also supports those coping with life changes, grief, relationship and intimacy questions, and issues around self-esteem and sleep.
She trained in Person-Centred Counselling and the Psychotherapeutic Relationship at the University of Warwick and is completing an MSc in Psychology of Mental Health and Wellbeing. Her background includes roles in private practice, university mental health services, addiction support and crisis work, so she has experience with a range of presenting concerns.
Her style is relational and steady. Sessions usually begin by listening to what matters most to the person and working from there rather than following a strict script. She draws on person-centred foundations and integrates other approaches to suit the pace and focus each person prefers.
Mandika uses cognitive behavioural ideas alongside mindfulness and trauma-focused thinking when those methods fit the work. She supports practical steps for managing strong emotions, developing clearer communication, and building routines that help with sleep and daily functioning.
People come to her to make sense of patterns, reduce reactivity, and learn ways to handle anger and frustration without shaming themselves. She encourages gradual change, checking in about what works and adjusting the way of working as needed.
How her methods translate to online work
Client‑Centred Therapy emphasises listening and responding to what the person brings. It focuses on the relationship in the room and helps people find clarity about their feelings and priorities. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical techniques for managing strong emotions and changing unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that can reduce reactivity and improve sleep and concentration.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. Mandika will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and together they will choose a way of working. That collaborative process means methods can shift over time as the person’s priorities change.
Session format details are not listed in the source biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check‑in meetings when needed, and avoid travel time. Talk with her about what will fit your routine, whether you prefer practical exercises, reflective conversation, or a mix of both.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which difficulties does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, anger and related issues such as grief, relationship concerns and self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is relational and steady, starting by listening and working from what matters most to the person rather than following a strict script.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of clinical experience across private practice, university mental health services, addiction support and crisis roles.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location; sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.