Ms. Siddhi Hegde — Expert Author
Psychotherapist & Clinical Psychologist, M.Phil Clinical Psychology, 11 years of experience
Quick Facts
Credentials -
- •Name: Ms. Siddhi Hegde
- •Qualifications: M.Phil Clinical Psychology, MA Applied Psychology, BA Psychology
- •Registration No: A73159 — Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), 2020
- •Specialisation: Psychotherapist, Clinical Psychologist
- •Experience: 11 years overall (9 years as a specialist)
- •Who She Works With: Adults and couples
- •Therapeutic Approach: Narrative therapy, Person-centred therapy, with cognitive, behavioural approaches. Trauma-informed therapy and Queer-affirmative therapy
- •Practice Location: Bengaluru (practices online)
- •Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Marathi, Konkani
About Ms. Siddhi Hegde
I’ve always believed that people have an innate capacity to heal and thrive. Think of it like a plant. If you give it the right soil, light, and space, it grows naturally. I see my role as a therapist not as someone who "fixes" you, but as someone who helps cultivate that right environment so you can unfold on your own terms. My journey in this field started with a BA in Psychology, followed by an MA in Applied Psychology and an M.Phil in Clinical Psychology, both from the University of Mumbai. For me, psychology isn't just a professional toolkit; it’s a lens that has deeply shaped how I understand myself and the world around me. I bring that same curiosity and commitment to growth into every session. Over the years, I’ve worked with adults and couples navigating a really diverse range of life challenges. Whether it’s managing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, body image concerns, OCD, or chronic workplace stress, I’m here to help. A significant part of my practice also includes supporting clients from the LGBTQIA+ community. I also have experience helping couples bridge communication gaps, work through infidelity, cope with chronic illness, or navigate pre-marital counseling. I see clients both online and in person. When I’m not in the therapy room, I’m usually immersing myself in some form of storytelling, whether that’s getting lost in a book, watching a good movie, or just doodling. I also love dancing, and lately, I've been catching the travel bug.
The right support, at every stage
From early childhood to young adulthood, we offer care that adapts as your child grows. Our specialists collaborate closely with each other and with you to build a personalised plan that supports real, everyday progress.
My Therapeutic Approach
At its core, my practice is person-centered. This means I don't see our therapeutic relationship as just a backdrop for clinical techniques; the relationship is the vehicle for change. I anchor my work in genuine empathy, acceptance, and realness, while pulling from cognitive, behavioral, and narrative approaches depending on what you actually need. There’s a beautiful quote by Carl Rogers that guides my work: "People are just as wonderful as sunsets if you let them be... I don't try to control a sunset. I watch with awe as it unfolds." That captures exactly how I view my clients. I’m not here to direct or control your path. I also know that therapists love to throw around the phrase "safe space," but I don't believe a space is safe just because I say it is. In our first few sessions, we’ll work together to actively build and shape that environment, making sure it’s a place where you truly feel secure, heard, and understood.
Who I Work With
I work primarily with adults and couples. Individual concerns: • Anxiety and generalised anxiety • Depression • Trauma • Existential concerns • Grief • Interpersonal issues and conflict resolution • Personality disorders • Body image concerns • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) • Sexuality-related concerns, including LGBTQIA+ community clients • Workplace stress and work-life imbalance • Chronic pain Couples concerns: • Communication gaps • One partner managing a chronic or acute illness • Infidelity • Pre-marital counselling
Concerns I Can Help With
Families and young people come to me for a wide range of reasons. Some of the most common include: • Persistent low mood, sadness, or feeling emotionally numb • Severe anxiety or panic attacks • Feeling helpless, worthless, or unsafe • Intense or hard-to-control emotions • Difficulty focusing on schoolwork or daily tasks • A sense of not fitting in, or feeling like a social misfit • Being on long-term medication and wanting a second opinion • Parents noticing their child "isn't doing fine," without knowing why • Sudden or unexplained changes in a child's behaviour • Social withdrawal and isolation • Families struggling to understand or manage a child's behaviour
The right support, at every stage
From early childhood to young adulthood, we offer care that adapts as your child grows. Our specialists collaborate closely with each other and with you to build a personalised plan that supports real, everyday progress.
Training & Credentials
• M.Phil, Clinical Psychology — National Forensic Sciences University (formerly Gujarat Forensic Sciences University), 2020 • MA, Applied Psychology — University of Mumbai, 2016 • BA, Psychology — University of Mumbai, 2015 • Registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) — Registration No. A73159, 2020
Professional Timeline
• 2021 – 2022 — Senior Consultant Psychologist, Amaha Mental Health Centre • 2016 – 2018 — Counsellor, iCALL Psychosocial Helpline
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Children First Mental Health Centre Locations
New DelhiA2/35 Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi 110029
Call us: +91 9650044774
Call us: +91 9650044774
GurugramB 18/9, Golf Course Road, DLF Phase 1, Sector 28, Gurugram, Haryana 122002
Call us: +91 9650844774
Call us: +91 9650844774
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Siddhi Hegde?
Siddhi Hegde is a Psychotherapist and Clinical Psychologist with 11 years of overall experience (9 years as a specialist), holding an M.Phil in Clinical Psychology and a Master's in Applied Psychology. She works with adults and couples on concerns ranging from anxiety and depression to relationship and identity-related issues.
What does Siddhi Hegde specialise in?
She specialises in individual and couples therapy, working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, body image concerns, OCD, workplace stress, and relationship difficulties, along with specific experience supporting LGBTQIA+ clients.
What therapeutic approach does Siddhi Hegde use?
She follows a person-centred approach as the foundation of her practice, drawing additionally on cognitive, behavioural, and narrative therapy techniques depending on the client's needs.
Does Siddhi Hegde work with couples?
Yes. She works with couples on communication gaps, infidelity, pre-marital counselling, and situations where one partner is managing a chronic or acute illness.
Does Siddhi Hegde work with LGBTQIA+ clients?
Yes, she has specific experience working with sexuality-related concerns and LGBTQIA+ community clients.
What languages does Siddhi Hegde speak?
English, Hindi, Marathi, and Konkani.
Does Siddhi Hegde offer online sessions?
Yes, her practice is currently online.
How long is a session with Siddhi Hegde?
Sessions typically run 50–55 minutes.
What are Siddhi Hegde's qualifications?
She holds an M.Phil in Clinical Psychology, an MA in Applied Psychology, and a BA in Psychology, and is a registered psychologist with the Rehabilitation Council of India.
How experienced is Siddhi Hegde?
She has 11 years of overall experience in the field, including 9 years working as a specialist.
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For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.