THAT SAFE SPACE
ABOUT TEAM SAFE SPACE
Team Safe Space is a queer affirmative, trauma-informed group of therapists led by Mili. We have a transdiagnostic approach to mental health issues and healing. We adopt a holistic approach to dealing with the socio-emotional issues of a person. Having a systemic lens while addressing these issues is something we collectively believe is the need of the hour.
OUR THERAPISTS
MILI M DAS Principal Consultant
Mili is a Counselling Psychologist from Trivandrum who has been providing counseling and psychotherapy since 2011. She has been helping people to deal with emotional distress and teaching them important psychological skills for a meaningful life. She is a trained ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) practitioner. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) teaches mindfulness skills to help individuals live and behave in ways consistent with personal values while developing psychological flexibility.
Mili provides relationship counseling as well as premarital counseling focusing on interpersonal communication and effective resolution of marital conflicts. She also deals with body image issues and has been helping people to deal with restrained eating and emotional eating, and embrace their bodies by promoting body positivity. She has been passionate about learning the influence of early eating habits and the formation of patterns in developing eating disorders and affecting one’s emotional well-being.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Psychology – University of Kerala
Trained in ACT as a Brief Intervention- Psychwire
Trained in Fundamentals of ACT- Praxis CET
Trained in Trauma Focused ACT- Contextual Consulting
Trained Couple Therapist (Clinical Foundations in Gottman Method Couples Therapy- Level 2 )
Attachment style based Therapy
SPECIALIZATION
Postpartum Counselling, Couple Therapy, Premarital Counseling, Trauma-informed Counseling, Body image Interventions, Holistic approach to health and healing, Mindfulness based interventions
MARIA ROSE
Associate Consultant
Maria Rose (she/their) is a caring and experienced mental health therapist in Kochi, Kerala. Since 2019, Maria has been helping people discover their inner strengths and grow as individuals. She provides a safe and supportive space where you can work through life’s difficulties. Maria believes that everyone’s story is unique, and she combines proven therapy methods with a deep respect for your personal experiences.
Maria uses a variety of techniques to help you, always choosing what’s best for your specific needs. She often starts by helping you connect with your body’s natural ability to heal. She uses approaches like body awareness, mindfulness, creative arts, and methods designed for dealing with trauma.
Maria also brings a queer-affirmative and sex-positive lens, creating an inclusive, supportive environment. If you prefer a more direct approach, she can also use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which helps you work on your thoughts and behaviors.
Maria works with a wide range of people from adolescents to adults, who are facing challenges such as emotional pain, low self-confidence, relationship problems, and past trauma. Maria focuses on helping you build inner strength and find a clearer path in life. She’s dedicated to helping you develop the tools you need to live a happier, healthier life.
Outside of her work, Maria loves art, culture, history, and nature. She sees therapy not just as a way to heal, but as a way to connect more deeply with yourself and the world around you. This wider view helps her guide you toward a life that feels stable, meaningful, and complete
EDUCATION
- Master of Science in Psychology – Sampurna Montfort College, Bangalore
- B.A. English, Journalism, and Psychology from St. Joseph’s College, Bangalore
- Certification in Complex Trauma Training Level 1 and 2 with Janina Fisher, PESI UK- 2024
- COVID-19: Psychological First Aid, UK Health Security Agency- 2024
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills at Work, University of Leeds and Institute of Coding- 2024
- QPR Suicide Prevention Gate Keeper Program, QPR INSTITUTE- 2023
- MCKS Basic Pranic Healing Course, World Pranic Healing Foundation- 2021
- Healing with the arts, University of Florida- 2020
SPECIALIZATION
Maria specializes in counselling and therapy with an Integrative approach, Trauma-focused Therapy, Sensorimotor psychotherapy, mindfulness therapy, Expressive art therapy, Queer affirmative approach, Sex-positive approach, Eclectic therapy, Holistic healing, Existential Approach, Dialectic Behavioural Therapy, Psycho-social risk assessment, Crisis intervention and management, emotional distress & dysregulation, depression, anxiety, self-harm, inter-personal conflicts, communication skills, substance abuse, grief and loss, abuse and complex-trauma
PRIYANKA PRAKASAN
Associate Consultant
Priyanka Prakasan(She/her) is a skilled counseling psychologist and psychotherapist from Kerala. She has a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology, specializing in psychotherapy and counseling (2017 – 2019). Priyanka has worked with a diverse group of people facing a myriad of emotional challenges. She has worked in institutions like Sukapuram Hospital, GEMS, Adyar Cancer Institute, and an NGO since 2019.
Priyanka has a unique approach. She sees her client’s symptoms as a manifestation of deeper struggles. Before starting her virtual private practice, she had the privilege of receiving supervision in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
Priyanka follows an inclusive approach. She works with an anti-oppressive, feminist & queer-affirmative therapeutic outlook. Her practice is immersed in understanding and appreciating the richness of one’s psychosocial and political context.
Her practice is grounded in psychodynamic and person-centered approaches. They help her understand her clients’ inner worlds and desires. Priyanka provides a judgment-free space for clients to express themselves.
She adds art and mindfulness to therapy. They help clients express their feelings in new ways. Besides psychotherapeutic work, you can see her pursue performing arts.
Priyanka has a unique approach. She sees her client’s symptoms as a manifestation of deeper struggles. Before starting her virtual private practice, she had the privilege of receiving supervision in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
EDUCATION
- Master of Science in Counselling Psychology – Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development , Chennai (2017 – 2019)
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Providence Women’s College, University of Calicut (2014 – 2017)
- Trained in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy – PARC Academy , Bangalore
- Certification in Acceptance and commitment therapy ( Level-1 ) – Dr. Russ Harris , Psychwire
- Transactional Analysis – TA 101 , TA Study Circle (MADRAS)
- Supervision in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
SPECIALIZATION
Priyanka’s area of work & specialization lies in trauma, grief, anxiety,body-image issues , depression, attachment patterns, and personality vulnerabilities. Her expertise in the area comes from my supervision training , her work with all the clients and her personal therapy.
