Identity: Beyond the Binary
Identity was born out of a need for an affirmative, accessible, and affordable space to seek mental health care. At Identity, we recognise individuality and celebrate all identities. Our practice is based around creating a safe space where all individuals
are able to express and accept themselves without judgement and with the utmost confidentiality.
Identity: Beyond the Binary was founded on 1 May, 2020 with the aim of being a safe space, due to the lack of affirmative mental health in India. Identity has always focused on building awareness of and advocating for
LGBT+ mental health.
Along the lines of making mental health care accessible and affordable, Identity offers a sliding scale to all clients who require a reduction in fee. Identity is currently involved in individual counselling, corporate
workshops, guest lectures, and facilitating queer support spaces.
Srishti Banerjee
Hi! I’m Srishti (she/her), a queer-affirmative counselling psychologist and the founder of Identity: Beyond the Binary. I have always been fueled by my passion to help people and have volunteered and worked with marginalised communities since the age of 13. I graduated with an MSc. in Mental Health Studies from King’s College London in 2017 where my research and thesis focused on trans and non-binary mental health. I also have a PG Diploma in Life Skills, Sexuality and Reproductive Health from Enfold India and a Queer Affirmative Counselling Practice certification from MHI, India. My area of interest is LGBT+ mental health and I hope to always be an advocate and ally of the community.
You can find out more about my work experience by clicking on the button below!
V, 36, she/her
Srishti has been an absolute lifeboat, at a time I felt lost and drifting she kept me afloat. Patient and persistent, she’s been the anchor I’ve long needed. Guiding me through life, advising and listening she’s formed a strong bond over time and earned my trust with her calming presence. Call it fate, but I’m glad I found her, for I cannot even imagine my weeks ahead without her weekly presence. Not only do I look forward to them, I miss them when I have to reschedule. She’s flexible, honest and to the point, perhaps finally someone who truly understands me.
S, 23, she/her
I've been taking Srishti's help for 6 months now and it has been going well for me. I feel much more stable and slowly feel less dependant on therapy but look forward to it for clarity and balance. She always puts you at ease and creates a non-judgmental environment- I've never had any issue putting forth anything to her from day 1. She also pays special attention to emergency situations - and offers flexibility in her service to suit students and professional needs- I highly recommend sessions with her.
J, 21, he/him
The sessions that I have had with Srishti have been eye-opening to say in the least. The discussions with her have prompted me to take a better look at what I am doing and when I do it, all the while being cognizant of the big picture as well. It has been very helpful and I feel like a huge burden of anxiety and stress is being slowly lifted off of my shoulders.
P, 26, she/her
Therapy with Srishti has been nothing but amazing. The way she explains, understands and listens to me, makes me feel understood and safe to speak with her about any concerns. With her help there are a lot of aspects where I have seen myself change and improve which wouldn’t have been possible without your help.
A, 22, he/him
Srishti has really helped me deal with my mental health issues effectively so far. She is empathetic and provides a very safe and non-judgmental space for her clients. Would recommend her to everyone seeking professional help for their issues.
A, 25, she/her
I absolutely have come to love the days I call now as Therapy Day! Am excited as a little kid off to the first day at school, making notes, introspective of my thoughts. I never thought I would be so easy to understand. Thanks to Srishti.
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