Padmaja Mushahary is a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist with 9 years of work experience. She has completed her MPhil training from NIMHANS, Bangalore and worked as a clinical psychologist in the Behavioural Medicine Unit, NIMHANS. She is also a member of SoMHiL (Society for Mental Health in LAMIC- Lower- and Middle-Income Countries). Padmaja finds herself drawn towards working with adults, child & adolescent population. She also works with couples and family unit and has experience of working with clients suffering from a broad spectrum of mental health issues. She is equipped to carry out various assessments and been trained in various evidence-based therapies and has also undergone an Immersion training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by Dr Steven Hayes. Keeping in mind the uniqueness of each individual, therapy would be tailor made to benefit the particular individual, in the background of their socio-economic/sexual identity/cultural milieu. She has a client-centred approach and follow an eclectic framework in delivery of therapy that focuses beyond reduction of symptoms to the holistic experiences of the individual for an all-round well-being. As a therapist, she is not guided by the “fixing” agenda, but more of nurturing and growth of the individuals’ existing as well as potential aspects of self.

What is therapy to me? According to me, therapy is a process where a client can gain insight into problem areas through self-awareness and resolve them, along with being able to indulge in self care. I believe that therapy involves nurturing the growth of an individuals’ existing as well as potential aspects of self.

Therapeutic approach: My approach to therapy will be described as non- directive, flexible and strength-based.

Areas of Expertise: Anxiety spectrum, affective disorders, OCD, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, grief, emotional and behavioural disorders in children & adolescents, ADHD, substance use/behavioural addiction and people seeking therapy for general mental well-being/self-awareness.

Languages known: Hindi, English, Assamese

Rates:

Clients residing in India:

Individual therapy: Rs 2500 

Clients residing overseas: Contact Admin +91 6289801890