Loneliness counselling · Gurugram & online

Surrounded by people, yet feeling alone? You’re not the only one.

Loneliness isn’t about being alone. It’s about not feeling seen. Let’s talk about what’s behind it, and how to feel connected again.

  • ★ 5-star rated
  • Harvard-qualified lead
  • Private & confidential

You don’t have to feel alone

Share your mobile number. Our team will reach out to you.

Your details stay private and confidential.

Does this feel familiar?

Loneliness is quiet. That’s what makes it so heavy.

I have people around me, but nobody really knows me.
I scroll through other people’s lives and feel left out.
I’ve moved cities and haven’t found my place.
I say I’m busy so no one notices I’m alone.
I want connection, but I’m scared of being rejected.
Nobody checks in, and I don’t know how to ask.

Feeling lonely isn’t a flaw. It’s a signal that you need connection.

Understanding loneliness

It isn’t about how many people you know

Loneliness is the gap between the connection you have and the connection you need. It can follow a move, a loss, a breakup, a career change, or simply years of putting on a brave face.

Prolonged loneliness can affect mood, sleep and self-worth. Therapy gives you a space to be fully heard, understand what keeps you disconnected, and build the confidence to form meaningful relationships.

How we help

How therapy helps

It starts with one relationship where you can finally be yourself.

Person-centred support

A space to be truly heard

Start with a relationship where you don’t have to perform or pretend.

CBT

Challenge the “nobody cares” story

Spot the thoughts that keep you withdrawn, and try new ways of reaching out.

Communication coaching

Build connection that lasts

Practise communication and boundaries, so relationships feel safer and more real.

Taking the first step

Reaching out is the hardest part. We make the rest simple.

  1. 1

    Reach out

    Share your number or message us on WhatsApp. Our team will reach out to you.

  2. 2

    We talk first

    Before booking anything, we discuss what you’re going through and what you’re looking for.

  3. 3

    Begin, your way

    Meet us in person at our Gurugram clinic, or online. Both walk-in and online counselling are available.

Dr. Sukriti Drabu, Harvard-qualified psychologist and founder of Waby Saby Counselling
Harvard-qualified psychologist

You’ll be in expert hands

Waby Saby is managed and led by Dr. Sukriti Drabu, and every therapist on our team works under her guidance. Warm, trained and judgment-free.

  • M.A. Clinical Psychology, Harvard University
  • PhD Psychology, National University of Singapore
  • Chartered Psychologist (BPS Reg# 676794)

In their words

People like you found their way forward

★★★★★
I want to thank Sukriti for all the help and advice she gave me in the past nine months. She met me when I was feeling really low. She was there for me when I went through a tough time and helped me handle it. I will always be grateful for her care. …
Sujatha M***South Delhi
★★★★★
The therapist had compassionate approach and provided very insightful guidance. The management and team is also very warm and welcoming. Would highly recommend them.
Iti J****Gurugram
★★★★★
The therapists are not only highly skilled but also genuinely caring. They created a safe space where I felt comfortable exploring my thoughts and emotions. … I highly recommend Waby Saby to anyone seeking compassionate and effective therapy.
Soumyabrata G****Gurugram

Your therapists

Warm, experienced people on your side

Every therapist works under the guidance of Dr. Sukriti Drabu, a Harvard-qualified psychologist. Tap a profile to read more and watch a short intro.

Questions

Things people wonder before reaching out

Still unsure? Message us and our team will answer.

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Can therapy really help with loneliness?

Yes. Therapy can help you understand what’s behind it, and build the confidence, communication and connections you want.

I have family and friends. Is it still loneliness?

Yes. You can be surrounded by people and still feel unseen. That feeling is valid.

I’m shy. Will I have to talk a lot?

You go at your own pace. Our therapists make it easy to start, without pressure.

Is it confidential?

Yes. We prioritize your privacy and respect your trust. Your information remains protected.

If you are in immediate danger or thinking about ending your life, please call 112 now, or call Tele-MANAS (free, 24/7) on 14416. You deserve support right away.

Connection starts with one conversation.

Take the first step today. Share your number and our team will reach out to you.

Request a call back

Share your mobile number. Our team will reach out to you.

Your details stay private and confidential.

Led by a Harvard-qualified psychologist

Meet our therapists

Every therapist at Waby Saby works under the guidance of Dr. Sukriti Drabu, our Harvard-qualified founder and clinical lead. Tap a name to read their profile.

Dr. Sukriti Drabu

Founder & clinical lead

Dr. Sukriti Drabu

Harvard-qualified psychologist

Manages and leads the entire Waby Saby team. M.A. Clinical Psychology, Harvard University, USA · PhD Psychology, National University of Singapore · Chartered Psychologist (BPS Reg# 676794).

  • Manya

    Manya

    Senior Psychotherapist

  • Yashasvi

    Yashasvi

    RCI Registered Clinical Psychologist

  • Tanvi

    Tanvi

    Counselling Psychologist

Ridhima Malhotra

Ridhima Malhotra

Senior Counseling Psychologist · Workshop Facilitator

Creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients explore their inner world with clarity and build the self-awareness to handle life’s challenges.

Education
M.S.Ed & M.Phil, Professional Counseling, University of Pennsylvania
Experience
Community mental health organizations, New York City

Approach

  • CBT
  • REBT
  • Person-Centered Therapy

Works with

  • Anxiety
  • ADHD
  • Depression
  • PTSD
  • Relationship & adjustment difficulties
  • Low self-esteem

Workshops

  • Anxiety management
  • Building self-esteem
  • Overcoming procrastination
  • Communication & boundaries
  • Time management
Anushree

Anushree

Senior Counseling Psychologist · Mental Health Educator

Specialises in depression and anxiety, with trauma-informed, queer-affirmative care and a mind-body focus. Her goal is for clients to handle life’s challenges independently, even after therapy ends.

Education
Double master’s; MSc Affective Disorders, King’s College London
Experience
6+ years, including the NHS in London
Clients
Adults aged 18–55

Approach

  • ACT
  • CBT
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma-informed
  • Queer-affirmative

Works with

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Trauma
  • Relationship conflicts
  • Body image
  • Grief
  • Stress
  • Personal development
Sumera Sethi

Sumera Sethi

Counseling Psychologist · Mental Health Advocate

Tailors her approach to each client, building strong therapeutic relationships and helping them develop effective coping strategies for lasting mental wellness.

Education
Masters in Clinical Psychology
Experience
8+ years
Clients
Adolescents and adults

Approach

  • CBT
  • Person-Centered Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy

Works with

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Disruptive behaviors
  • Relationship challenges
  • Burnout
  • Self-esteem
  • Trauma
Nandini Sharma

Nandini Sharma

Emotion Focused Therapist · Mental Health Advocate

A depth-based integrative psychotherapist who creates a secure, nurturing space for people from diverse backgrounds. Intersectional, neurodivergence-, trauma- and queer-sensitive, with a Jungian core orientation.

Education
Masters in Clinical Psychology
Experience
About 8 years

Approach

  • Jungian
  • Emotion Focused Therapy
  • DBT
  • Somatic
  • Compassion-focused
  • NLP
  • Buddhist Mindfulness
  • Reiki

Works with

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma & crisis
  • Grief & bereavement
  • Attachment & childhood concerns
  • Emotional regulation
  • Relationships
  • Diagnosed BPD
  • Suicide & self-harm
  • Work-life balance
  • Self-exploration
  • Spiritual & existential concerns

Workshops

  • Women’s mental health
  • EAP launch
  • Emotional resilience
  • Monthly wellness
Arushi Raheja

Arushi Raheja

Counseling Psychologist · Gestalt Therapist · Child Specialist

Integrative, client-centered and strengths-based. Helps clients become the experts of their own lives, bringing resilience and a little fun into sessions.

Education
Masters & PG Diploma, Child Guidance and Counselling, NCERT Delhi
Experience
8+ years in hospitals, clinics and schools
Clients
Children, young adults and parents

Approach

  • Gestalt Therapy
  • Dance Movement Therapy
  • CBT
  • ACT
  • Integrative

Works with

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Learning disability
  • Relationship concerns
  • Self-esteem
  • Trauma & grief
  • Self-harm & suicidal ideation
  • Disruptive behaviors

Workshops for parents, schools & teachers

  • Behavioural & emotional concerns
  • Self-esteem
  • Trauma & grief
  • Suicide prevention
Rashi Bajaj

Rashi Bajaj

Counseling Psychologist · Workshop Facilitator

Offers a safe, compassionate space and places great emphasis on a strong therapeutic alliance, using a flexible, eclectic and research-informed approach.

Experience
Offline and online practice; corporate wellness workshops

Approach

  • CBT
  • REBT
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Mindfulness
  • Client-centered

Works with

  • Anxiety
  • OCD
  • Depression
  • Mood disorders
  • Relationship concerns

Workshops at Dana Anand

  • Women’s mental health
  • EAP launch
  • Emotional resilience
  • Monthly wellness (8 sessions)
Pallavi Sood

Pallavi Sood

Senior Clinical Psychologist (RCI Licensed) · Psychotherapist

Trauma-focused and client-centered, rooted in the belief that every person can heal with the right guidance. Also provides psychoeducation to families when needed.

Education
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (alumna)
Training
Somatic Experiencing International (in progress)
Clients
Adults

Approach

  • CBT
  • ACT
  • DBT
  • Applied Buddhist Psychology
  • Somatic Experiencing

Works with

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Self-esteem
  • Interpersonal challenges
  • Personality-related concerns
  • Psychiatric disorders
Palkee Baruah

Palkee Baruah

RCI Registered Clinical Psychologist · Mental Health Advocate

Evidence-based, compassionate and collaborative, in a safe, non-judgmental space. Trained in cognitive and psychometric assessments, including adult ADHD and adult Autism.

Experience
15 years
Languages
English, Assamese, Hindi

Approach

  • CBT
  • DBT
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy
  • ACT
  • Mindfulness

Lenses

  • Intersectional
  • Feminist
  • Trauma
  • Caste
  • Queer-affirmative

Works with

  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression
  • Relationship concerns
  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Self & identity
  • OCD
  • Adolescent mental health
  • Self-esteem
  • Emotional regulation
  • Fears & phobias
  • Personality disorders
  • Grief