Hashim Salam
About Hashim Salam
Hashim Abdul Salam is a Consultant Psychologist at Softmind, providing psychological counselling in Kochi. He holds a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, a Diploma in Counselling Psychology and advanced training in CBT skills.
His areas of practice include anxiety, panic, social anxiety, obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours, low mood and persistent interpersonal difficulties. His experience includes psychological assessment, individual and group therapeutic programmes, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
His approach is humanistic and considers the person’s concerns within the wider context of their experiences and daily life. His therapeutic work draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), schema therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness.
Sessions provide space to understand recurring patterns, clarify priorities and develop practical ways of responding to difficulties. The therapeutic plan is shaped around individual needs, with progress reviewed together.
Areas of Practice
Anxiety, Fear & Panic
Stress & Emotional Difficulties
Low Mood & Depression-Related Concerns
Obsessive Thoughts & Repetitive Patterns
Relationships & Couples
Behaviour & Habit Patterns
Life Transitions & Adjustment
Personal Development
How I Work
Understand theperson
We begin by exploring your story, strengths, challenges and goals.
Identify RelevantProcesses
We look at the patterns, thoughts and emotions that influence your experience.
Choosethe Approach
Together, we select the most suitable, evidence-based approach for your needs.
CreateNew Learning
You gain tools, insights and practical strategies to support lasting change.
ObserveChange
We track progress, notice shifts and celebrate growth, big and small.
Review& Adapt
We reflect, refine and adjust the approach as needed-together.
Therapeutic Approaches
Psychological Therapies
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) · Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Schema Therapy · Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness & Skills-Based Work
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Respond flexibly to difficult thoughts and feelings while acting on personal values.
Couples Therapy
Understand relationship patterns
improve communication and work through difficulties together
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Process traumatic memories through a structured approach to reduce associated distress.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Combine mindfulness and cognitive skills to recognise recurring patterns and help prevent depression returning.
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Explore and reassess trauma-related beliefs involving guilt
blame and personal safety.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Identify personal strengths and take manageable steps towards meaningful goals.
Qualifications / Credentials
When You're Ready, We're Here.
Confidential
Your privacy matters
Judgement-free
A safe, supportive space
Compassionate Team
Here for you always
we believe that understanding is the first step toward healing. With compassionate care and evidence-based approaches, we're here to help you move forward, one step at a time
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