About Us

Kalika Mindspace was founded in April 2019, in Chennai, India. We currently offer most of our services online.

I am the founder and primary consulting psychotherapist at Kalika Mindspace. I hail from Chennai, India with a mixed heritage. I have often found it hard to relate and connect with my roots. It inspired me to explore who I am outside the limitations of culture, religion and tradition.

I studied Psychology from the early age of 15, at school, graduation and then post-graduation. In my studies, I became deeply fascinated with the pathology of mental health conditions. University taught me how to identify, diagnose and treat while, at the same time, pathologizing the human and stigmatizing mental health. I found this methodology to be disagreeable in my experience.

Once out of university, in supervised practice, I began to train and explore other methods and modalities of healing, which were person centered and took into account a decolonized view. I believe that the human being is a complex phenomenon and so much is still undiscovered.

My practice is informed by the principles of Jungian depth-psychology and somatic psychotherapies.

I am fascinated by Shamanic, Pagan cultures and mythology and what they have to offer the world of healing.
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One of my biggest interests lies in the study of Psychedelics in psychotherapy. In the last few years, I have been
thrilled to see the research, decriminalization and legalization of these medicines for healing.

On my journey of self-discovery, personal growth and self-care has been a big priority. My practice is regularly supervised by a mentor, and I am committed to offering a safe container for you. If you are simply stopping by out of curiosity, or you wish to work with me, thank you for being here.

Warmly,

Masiha Shabeer

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'Kalika' in Greek means a rose bud, the myth of the rose flower pans across centuries and has been agreat signifactor of love, transformation, healing, beauty and serves a prominent role as a symbol of mystery. The rose, be it in Greco-Roman myths, Islam, Judaism or Christianity, is an alchemical symbol and one which denotes change, with grace and beauty.

The thorns and the petals on a rose aptly describe to us the journey of the opposites coming together within us. The rose with its soft petals and prickly thorns is a beautiful significance of peace, balance and a harmonious union of the Yin-Yang energies.

The rose plant is intricately intertwined among its vines, in reflection of the principles of sacred geometry and the Torus- a symbol of interconnectedness, the eternal flow of energy, and the delicate balance between the physical and meta-physical worlds.

The thorns and rosebuds symbolize that everything is connected on our journey; the bud in its pre-stage, the painful thorn and the beautiful flower in full bloom.
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The bud stems from a luminescent beam of light, symbolizing the grace and support we receive from the Divine and the realms unseen. We receive help on our journey that guides us towards a state of wholeness.

The Ouroboros, an ancient alchemical symbol of the serpent eating its own tail. The allegory spanning through many cultures globally has represented the concepts of renewal, repetition, and regeneration.

The Ouroboros denotes that time, as we perceive, it is circular and not linear, similar to thecontinual cycles in our lives. In our life explorations, we discover our innate wisdom. This isinevitably followed by the death of the old. There then is a restoration of our embodied strength, and a rebirth where we transcend to overall well-being. The Ouroboros has been a powerful healingsymbol over millennia. All of these powerful symbols come together to offer you the resources youneed as you journey with us.

Work Ethics

Confidentiality : We protect client privacy and do not disclose information without consent, exceptwhen there is a legal or ethical obligation to do so.

Integrity : We maintain honesty, transparency, and ethical standards in all our interactions, avoidingany form of exploitation of the therapist-client relationship.

Professional Competence : We commit to continuous learning and professional development.Undertaking regular supervision and staying updated with the latest research and best practices, andrecognizing the limits of our expertise.

Respect for Client Autonomy : We honor our clients right to make their own decisions and respecttheir individual perspectives, values, and cultural backgrounds.

Boundaries : We maintain clear and professional boundaries, avoiding dual relationships and conflictsof interest to protect the integrity of the therapeutic relationship.

Informed Consent : We clearly explain the therapy process, including potential risks and benefits, andobtain informed consent from our clients before starting treatment.

In our perspective, human beings are multi-dimensional. We encompass physical, psychological, andspiritual aspects. We at Kalika Mindspace believe that true well-being arises from the integration andharmony of these dimensions. We are trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities and methods,which enables us to tailor our approach to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our focus is onworking with the wholeness of the human experience, recognizing that body, psychological well-being, and spiritual fulfilment are interconnected and equally important. By addressing all theselevels, we strive to help clients achieve a balanced and fulfilling life.

Confidentiality

We protect client privacy and do not disclose information without consent, except when there is a legal or ethical obligation to do so.

Integrity

We maintain honesty, transparency, and ethical standards in all our interactions, avoiding any form of exploitation of the therapist-client relationship.

Professional Competence

We commit to continuous learning and professional development. Undertaking regular supervision and staying updated with the latest research and best practices, and recognizing the limits of our expertise.

Respect for Client Autonomy

We honor our clients' right to make their own decisions and respect their individual perspectives, values, and cultural backgrounds.

Boundaries

We maintain clear and professional boundaries, avoiding dual relationships and conflicts of interest to protect the integrity of the therapeutic relationship.

Informed Consent

We clearly explain the therapy process, including potential risks and benefits, and obtain informed consent from our clients before starting treatment.

Our Perspective

In our perspective, human beings are multi-dimensional. We encompass physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects. We at Kalika Mindspace believe that true well-being arises from the integration and harmony of these dimensions. We are trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities and methods, which enables us to tailor our approach to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our focus is on working with the wholeness of the human experience, recognizing that body, psychological well-being, and spiritual fulfillment are interconnected and equally important. By addressing all these levels, we strive to help clients achieve a balanced and fulfilling life.

Testimonials

I have been working with Masiha for almost 5 years now. I think in this day and age, it’s hard to find a therapist who works for you.
Masiha has been so easy in this aspect.
She creates a safe space without any judgement or crazy solutions or criticisms. Over these years I have evolved as a person and it is so obvious that my friends and family also suggest that. She has helped me through my hardest times and I’m very grateful and happy I found her.

Kalika Mindspace is wonderfully free spirited and novel in conception. Truly authentic and genuine inpatient/client care. A step forward in mental health care, accessible, nonconformist, modern,scientifically informed and medically up to date. But most importantly, consistently full of love and good intentions for anyone who walks in, throughout the entire journey.

The day I met Masiha, I knew there was something to look forward to. She was never judgemental and always listened to what I had to say. She took her time to understand the problem and guided me throughout the process. As the sessions progressed, I regained what all I had lost along the way.

She made me understand emotions in a better way where I finally understood that the positive and negative emotions are what makes you a human. She taught it was okay to vulnerable, to show your true self to people and live an authentic life.

For someone who used to consider all this as rubbish to spend money on, I can tell you this was one of the best investments that I've ever made.

A wonderful place where you can pour out all that is in your heart and can actually get solutions. They suggest you inculcate meditation as a part of your routine through therapy and that is just one method of the various alternative courses of therapy they offer. Very intimate space just so you don't feel like a patient.

I am grateful to you for helping me be self-aware. It’s what helped me stick it put through all the hard, painful negotiations. Last time I met you, I was ready to give it up. But I’m glad I was able to weather this storm in order to see the sunshine. I really wanted to thank you. You’ve been a trueteacher.

I was so hesitant at first, after my previous experience elsewhere, I was left scared. Reaching outto Kalika Mindspace has been the best decision ever. Sessions are inviting, exciting, full of conversations and revelations. I am always looking forward to the next session!

I always thought that it was a lie when anyone said they wished you well and cared for you and wanted you to get better. I could never trust fully. When I was mentally ill, I realised that it was a decision, a choice that I had to make, between overcoming my inability to trust and my need to get better. I could stay ill or could finally summon the courage and humility to trust and ask for help. I'm so thankful to the universe at this precise juncture. I’ve not only understood that trust has nothing to do with anyone else but myself, but so many other things on this continuing journey into awakening and creating the reality I came here to birth.

When I was suggested to take walks barefoot and you asked if I was eating right, I was really shocked at your approach ( in a good way). I have seen therapists and psychiatrists before who only focused on Cognitive behavioural therapy and other stuff related to my brain and thoughts. No one used to talk about Energies or food when you did, I felt instantly safe, guided and validated for some reason even though I don’t know much. I knew my thoughts affected me physically, but never knew why orhow exactly. I now little bit know why, and on the same lines saw a video today. Very grateful to you.

I cannot express how much I am thankful to you for guiding me through this process. Every time I get stuck/ feel daunted by the journey ahead, you would reassure me that you are here for me. Thank you for your compassion, empathy and love.

Masiha She taught me the true value of a safe space. OH MY GOD. It's insane who you can become in one. Now, I know how to create my own safe spaces. Or ready myself for a particularly hard day, space wise. She helped me truly forgive and love my past self. That's all my child needed. Some reassurance and a lot of love.

She's always managed to be there for me. She told me it's okay that I needed more support sometimes. And when we're taking breaks from therapy, she checks in. I'm allowed to text her if I need her and it allows me space to reflect on all the work we did.

She helped me find my inner goddess. I can't even begin to explain this profound feeling. Until Idiscovered this, I didn't believe in spirituality or any of that. My definition of the universe and how I belong has expanded multifold. And I know this is just another beginning. The beginning of myspiritual journey.

She is the most gentle, no-bullshit person. I didn't think this was possible. The best part about being this person is how reliable she is. I LOVE reliable people. But what I love more is quiet reliable people. I mean wth.

On some days, her presence is enough. Just take a moment to think about how powerful this is. Just sending her a text or recalling what she said gets me through something.

She has cried with me.

She is an incredible listener. Ask her what I said ten months ago. She'll remember. Because she's there with you, in that moment.

She taught me that darkness isn't bad. It's grossly misunderstood. Now I'm playing games with my darkness and I'm letting it guide me.

Recently, she helped me find the biggest missing piece. My disconnect from nature. I have alwaysbeen scared of nature. I've avoided it and I felt kind of ashamed about how first worldly I was. But really. There is no bigger spiritual guide. Nature is daunting, playful and largely unapologetic. I felt the eternal breath, the dance and the bloom. I felt one with the world and I want more of this. My battery remains charged when I'm regularly connecting with the universe through nature.

Her boundaries, professionalism and morals are goals. I think we need more women like her in thisworld. But I'm glad I know an OG like Masiha.

I used to think having a long term therapist is a white man's myth. Now I know that I've foundmine. And it's just getting good.

People around me now ask me for her number all the time. ONLY because they see my evolution. And it's insanely empowering. I'm grateful for her all the time.

IMO, therapy takes time, trust and a lot of effort. From both sides! When that happens, it's just magic. I can't believe I have a person who showed me how important it is to work on myself byworking hard for me. It takes a very special kind of soul to truly understand this.

Lastly, I don't think I would have married the love of my life if not for her. I remember every singleword she said to me then. I SOS called her out of turn, so many times. Today, I have a loving partner, who's also doing self work because of her. I feel like we can do this. I'm still nervous but I want to do it.

I know I'm going to face more challenging situations and I know my anxiety will turn up. But now I can sit and have tea with it and discuss things. The goal now is to change my knee jerk reactions, tofind more ways to feel one with the universe and stay humble and curious about the world.

And I know now how to meditate over something. OMG. It's a life changer.