About The Silver Lining
Founded by Divya Srivastava as an extension of her private practice. A safe space where individuals have the freedom to explore the truth of their own being, gently, free of judgment.
Our story
The Silver Lining was founded by Divya Srivastava as an extension of her private practice as a counsellor and psychotherapist. The intention was to create a safe space where individuals have the freedom to completely explore the truth of their own being in a gentle manner, free of judgment, so that they are able to uncover their emotional needs, blocks and solutions to their issues. We believe in working with diverse perspectives for we understand that everyone has their own unique models of viewing the world, and therefore, has different needs. We adopt an eclectic approach that is queer-affirmative, trauma-informed, and we offer different psychotherapeutic tools or methods at different stages of therapy, integrating them to help our clients be their complete wholesome selves. Today, therapy is just one among the many services we offer. We work with organisations by offering a solution-focused approach that helps them thrive and support their employees. We also work with therapists and aspiring psychologists to ensure professional growth and development of their skills, knowledge and abilities.
Our mission
Our mission is to walk alongside individuals and organisations as they prioritise mental wellbeing through therapy, education, and community care that is evidence-based, inclusive, and deeply human.
Divya Srivastava
Founder — Counselling Psychologist, Psychotherapist & Life Coach
Divya was always drawn to studying humanity at a deeper, more personal level with a passion to uncover what is at the roots of the human experience, what drives us to be who and what we are, and how all that can be changed if necessary, in order to release what is no longer serving our purpose. After receiving her Masters' degree in Counselling from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, Divya continued to delve deeper into the world of healing, and each path she took helped her tap into techniques and tools that have the power to open each one of us to our fullest potential. She is trained in Clinical Hypnotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Breakthrough Coaching. She is an internationally certified Access Bars Facilitator, an EFT Advanced Practitioner and Matrix Reimprinting Practitioner, and an Accredited Journey Practitioner. With a specialization in Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, Divya is an advocate for sensitivity, compassion, acceptance and vulnerability. She believes these four pillars truly facilitate the healing process as they enable individuals to navigate through their blocks of criticism, doubt, fear, anxiousness, denial, sadness and enable them to work through their difficulties by being kinder to themselves and their world. As a collaborative guide and not an expert who claims to have all answers, Divya values and deeply respects her clients as they are, and the wisdom they already have within themselves.
Our team
Divya Srivastava
Counselling Psychologist, POSH Trainer, Mental Health Coach & Clinical Supervisor
Suyash Karangutkar
Counselling Psychologist, POSH Trainer
Anukriti Goyal
Counselling Psychologist, Couples Therapist
Rashi Goyal
Counselling Psychologist, Couples Therapist
Farah Ladiwala
Counselling Psychologist
Sanika Tillway
Counselling Psychologist, POSH Trainer & Mental Health Coach
Our values
Honesty
We hold up the mirror gently, but truthfully. You deserve a space where things are not sugarcoated or rushed. Just real, respectful, and rooted in trust.
Optimism
We do not promise quick fixes, but we believe healing is possible. Even when you cannot see the light yet, we help you hold on to it.
Perspective
Sometimes your story needs to be seen from a different lens. We help you step back, zoom out, and see the full picture. Not just what happened, but who you are becoming.
Empathy
There is no room for judgement here. Instead, we make room for your mess, your silence, and your breakthroughs.
Our approach
We practice from a foundation of evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), clinical hypnotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, somatic practices, and mindfulness-based approaches. Our approach is eclectic, queer-affirmative, and trauma-informed. We offer different psychotherapeutic tools at different stages of therapy, integrating them to help our clients be their complete selves. More than any technique, we believe the relationship between therapist and client is what heals. Our team at The Silver Lining also undergo regular counselling sessions because we truly believe in leading by example and practicing what we preach.
Why trust us
- All therapists hold a minimum qualification of a Master's degree in Psychology
- Trauma-informed and queer-affirmative practice
- Eclectic approach integrating multiple evidence-based modalities
- Regular clinical supervision for all therapists
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Ethical practice aligned with professional standards
Ready to begin?
Whether you have questions or are ready to start, we are here to listen.