Ms. Palak Sharma

Counselling Psychologist
Trauma-Informed | EMDR | Queer-Affirmative | Neurodiversity-Affirming Psychotherapist

Languages: English | Hindi

About Palak

Palak Sharma is a Counselling Psychologist with a Master's degree in Psychology and three years of experience in therapeutic practice. Her approach is trauma-informed, integrative and relational, with a focus on helping individuals understand their emotional patterns, past experiences and relationship dynamics.

She draws from IFS-informed parts work, somatic interventions, EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) principles. Palak aims to create a safe, inclusive and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences, develop emotional awareness and build a more compassionate relationship with themselves.

Therapeutic Approaches

Internal Family Systems (IFS)-Informed Parts Work
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Somatic-Based Interventions
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Principles
Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy
Attachment-Focused Approaches
CBT and DBT

Areas of Specialisation

Trauma & Emotional Well-being
Complex Trauma & PTSD • Adverse Childhood Experiences • Developmental and Relational Trauma • Attachment Trauma • Anxiety and Depression • Grief and Loss • Emotional Overwhelm and Dysregulation • Abandonment and Rejection Themes

Relationships, Family Dynamics & Attachment
Dysfunctional Family Dynamics • Relationship Difficulties • Attachment Patterns and Relational Dynamics • Interpersonal Conflicts • Communication Difficulties • Boundaries and Assertiveness • People-Pleasing and Validation-Seeking Patterns • Navigating Family and Relationship Expectations

Emotional Regulation, Self-Identity & Personal Growth
Understanding Triggers and Emotional Responses • Self-Esteem and Self-Worth • Guilt, Shame and Self-Criticism • Self-Image and Identity Concerns • Difficulty Understanding or Expressing Emotions • Impulse Control • Internal Conflicts • Personal Boundaries • Self-Compassion and Personal Growth

Queer-Affirmative & Neurodivergence-Friendly Care
Identity Exploration and Self-Acceptance • Belonging and Acceptance • Navigating Societal and Family Expectations • Relationship and Interpersonal Concerns • Understanding Individual Needs and Experiences • Developing Self-Compassion and Authenticity

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Psychology
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology – University of Delhi

Therapy Style (in her words)

“For me, therapy is about creating a space where you can show up as you are, without the pressure of being understood, fixed or judged. I believe healing happens through connection, curiosity and feeling safe enough to explore the parts of ourselves we may have struggled to understand.

My approach is collaborative, and I believe in moving at a pace that feels comfortable for the individual. Together, we work towards understanding emotional patterns, making sense of past experiences and building a more compassionate relationship with ourselves.

I believe we are more than what has happened to us. Healing isn't about becoming someone different, but about finding ways to feel more connected to who we are.”