Shruti Trivedi

I believe what makes me a good counsellor and listener is my genuine desire to understand people, not just listen to their words. I naturally try to look beyond what someone is saying and understand what they might be feeling underneath it. I believe every person has a story behind their behaviour, and I try to approach that story with empathy rather than judgment. I am patient when people need time to open up, and I try to create a space where they can speak honestly without feeling judged or immediately given advice. I value emotions, even when they seem complicated or contradictory. I understand that someone can be strong and still feel exhausted, love someone and still feel hurt by them, or know what they need to do and still struggle to do it. I also think my curiosity helps me as a