After spending many years in graphic design plus raising my young children, I decided to re-evaluate my long-term goals. My intention included loving what I do, doing what I love and making a difference.
Envisioning my future, along with much self-reflection, led me to what I instinctively knew. I have always been curious about people, personalities, what makes people tick, and how and why we think, feel and express ourselves the way we do. So it seemed only natural to go back and finish what I’d started at university – Psychology.
I decided to pursue a Masters in Counselling later in life. After graduating, my interests broadened, and I studied with teachers around the world in a wide range of well-established therapeutic frameworks and techniques.
Through further study, working with clients, and doing my own personal work, I gained a true understanding of the interconnectedness of emotions, the mind and the physical body. It became apparent to me that our mental narratives are only a part of what limits us, and that it is crucial to connect with our bodies to facilitate self-awareness and healing. This insight has shaped my approach as an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist with a focus on somatic approaches.
Originally from India, I’ve travelled widely and lived in Singapore, London and Istanbul. My two exceptional children are a blessing and a constant source of inspiration to me. I currently reside in Hong Kong, where I have lived and worked since 2004.
Falguni has a background in psychology and a Masters in Counselling. M.A., MCouns., MACA, MHKPCA, Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner, Trainer and Mentor.
EFT Practitioner and Trainer
I have been passionate about EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) since I first learned this therapeutic modality in 2010. Personal practice and sessions with EFT practitioners had such profound outcomes for me in my life that I was motivated to integrate EFT into my practice with clients professionally. After completing Level 3 to become an Accredited Advanced EFT Practitioner, my desire to introduce this sophisticated and effective technique to more people inspired me to become a Trainer. Whether individuals choose to learn from me to help themselves, or to certify as Practitioners, my goal is to spread the knowledge and practice of EFT far and wide.
EFT aligns with my integrative approach to health and well-being. This approach acknowledges that individual concerns extend beyond simply one’s “mental” state and encompass the entire person, including one’s physiology and nervous system (the body).
A love of learning keeps me up to date with the latest research and developments in emotional health and well-being, and I continue to attend courses and conferences internationally.
Giving Back
I offer pro bono therapy services to local organisations in Hong Kong:
- CFR – Christian Action’s Service Centre for Refugees and Asylum seekers – advocates for and provides humanitarian assistance, education, training, and psychosocial support to refugees, asylum seekers and torture claimants in Hong Kong
- Justice Centre Hong Kong – a non-profit human rights organisation working fearlessly to protect the rights of Hong Kong most vulnerable forced migrants – refugees, individuals seeking protection and survivors of modern slavery
- CancerLink – Hong Kong Cancer Fund’s free service to the community, CancerLink helps people adjust to living with cancer. Providing free information and professional counselling, they welcome cancer patients, survivors, their family or friends to seek help in coping with cancer
Memberships & Certifications
- Masters in Counselling, Australia
- Member of the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association
- Member of the Australian Counselling Association
- Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner and Trainer with EFT International
- Certified META-Health Master Practitioner with META-Health International
- Member of Golden Key, an international honour society
(These Associations require continuing professional development as well as regular mentoring and supervision. This ensures that my competence, knowledge and skills are up to date and relevant to the services I provide.)
A member of the Training and Accreditation Committee for EFT International, as of February 2024.
Certificate of Appreciation and Volunteer Hour Award
February 2023. Certificate of appreciation from Christian Action for 10+ years of pro bono counselling services and an award for the number of volunteer hours at the Centre For Refugees.