Malini Shummoogum, BACP
25 years in practice
Malini Shummoogum is a counsellor with 25 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain and low self-esteem.
License and registration
- BACP
- 387459 · expires August 2026
- Years in practice
- 25
- Languages
- English
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About Malini
Malini Shummoogum is a counsellor with 25 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain and low self-esteem. She speaks English and practises from the United Kingdom. Malini aims to create a calm space where people can talk through what matters without feeling judged.
She works in a warm, respectful way and focuses on what each person wants to change. Sessions are driven by the person's goals and pace.
Background and approach
Malini often uses Systemic ideas alongside client-centred listening to see how relationships and roles shape feelings and behaviour. She draws on practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new reactions. Mindfulness approaches and hypnotherapy are also available to support emotional regulation and reduce rumination.
The emphasis is on short, manageable steps rather than overwhelm. Malini has supported adults from diverse backgrounds over many years. She is committed to treating everyone with sensitivity and compassion.
Many people come wanting clearer boundaries, fewer angry reactions, or more confidence in facing life changes. In sessions she offers steady support and practical tools. People can expect to be listened to, to reflect on patterns that no longer serve them, and to work on realistic goals.
Malini encourages small, achievable changes that build toward better day-to-day coping.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Malini lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Abandonment
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Malini names
- Systemic Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
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Online support
How therapeutic approaches work online
Systemic therapy looks at how relationships and everyday roles affect feelings and behaviour, so sessions focus on patterns and interactions that keep problems going. Client-centred therapy puts the person's experience first, with the counsellor listening closely and reflecting back what matters most to the client. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, then tests small behavioural changes to reduce anxiety or low mood.Choosing the right approach is a shared task. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, try different techniques and adjust the plan if something does not fit. This collaborative process helps make sure the work stays relevant and practical for the person's life.
Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to provide flexible care. Video calls let people see body language and use visual materials, phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier when hands-free is needed, and chat or messaging can suit short check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare and travel, while still working with a registered or accredited professional to address stress, relationships and emotional issues.
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Questions people ask
What issues does Malini help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties and self-esteem concerns, plus related areas such as abandonment, body image, caregiver stress and mood issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She listens in a client-centred way and uses practical, goal-focused work. The style is respectful, paced to the client and aims for clear, doable steps.
What is her clinical background?
Malini has 25 years of counselling experience working with adults from varied backgrounds across the UK.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered for people in the United Kingdom and in English.
Which session formats does she provide?
Sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
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