Hindu Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Lalita-Sundari Devi Dasi
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in collaboration and connection. I provide a space where you can reflect on your experiences, process emotions, and understand patterns that shape your life. We work at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on strategies and insights that support your daily life.
My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in collaboration and connection. I provide a space where you can reflect on your experiences, process emotions, and understand patterns that shape your life. We work at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on strategies and insights that support your daily life.
Navigating life's big changes isn't easy, but you don't have to do it alone. My passion is walking alongside you through these moments, providing a warm, judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are. I see therapy as a true partnership. As your teammate, I will help you figure out where you want to go and build a practical path to get there. Together, we'll honor your unique story and focus on your strengths to move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace.
Navigating life's big changes isn't easy, but you don't have to do it alone. My passion is walking alongside you through these moments, providing a warm, judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are. I see therapy as a true partnership. As your teammate, I will help you figure out where you want to go and build a practical path to get there. Together, we'll honor your unique story and focus on your strengths to move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace.
You may look capable and successful on the outside while feeling anxious, exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in familiar relationship and family patterns. I work with adults and couples dealing with anxiety, trauma, burnout, identity concerns, relationship stress, and cultural or family expectations. Many of my clients are used to holding everything together for everyone else.
You may look capable and successful on the outside while feeling anxious, exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in familiar relationship and family patterns. I work with adults and couples dealing with anxiety, trauma, burnout, identity concerns, relationship stress, and cultural or family expectations. Many of my clients are used to holding everything together for everyone else.
We all have moments of feeling isolated and “stuck.” This can stem from the difference between what your life looks like now and how you would like it to be. The stress of this disconnection can seep into all aspects of your world: socially withdrawing or getting into more arguments can lead to depression and relationship conflict. You might feel like what you do is never “good enough,” increasing anxiety. You might hide your stress by focusing on what you can control, particularly after traumatic events. Therapy can help bring back joy and spontaneity into your life, helping you feel more fulfilled and energized.
We all have moments of feeling isolated and “stuck.” This can stem from the difference between what your life looks like now and how you would like it to be. The stress of this disconnection can seep into all aspects of your world: socially withdrawing or getting into more arguments can lead to depression and relationship conflict. You might feel like what you do is never “good enough,” increasing anxiety. You might hide your stress by focusing on what you can control, particularly after traumatic events. Therapy can help bring back joy and spontaneity into your life, helping you feel more fulfilled and energized.
We're a collection of the best (and coolest) mental health providers in Los Angeles! We have over 25 providers to choose from who offer both psychotherapy and psychiatry services. Yes, we take insurance! We encourage you to come to an appointment in-person, but we provide online services if that's more convenient for you.
We're a collection of the best (and coolest) mental health providers in Los Angeles! We have over 25 providers to choose from who offer both psychotherapy and psychiatry services. Yes, we take insurance! We encourage you to come to an appointment in-person, but we provide online services if that's more convenient for you.
Ashley works with high-functioning leaders, executives and midlife women going through major life transitions – career pivots, marriage, fertility, postpartum, peri/menopause, health challenges or end-of-life.
She has an engaging, warm, compassionate presence and work best with clients who are passionate and self-motivated. She offers astute guidance, psycho-education and accountability
First, we clarify your definition of success. Then, we work together to uncover limiting patterns (flawed logic, self-criticism, worry), release emotional blocks and build healthy communication skills.
Optional: Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
Ashley works with high-functioning leaders, executives and midlife women going through major life transitions – career pivots, marriage, fertility, postpartum, peri/menopause, health challenges or end-of-life.
She has an engaging, warm, compassionate presence and work best with clients who are passionate and self-motivated. She offers astute guidance, psycho-education and accountability
First, we clarify your definition of success. Then, we work together to uncover limiting patterns (flawed logic, self-criticism, worry), release emotional blocks and build healthy communication skills.
Optional: Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
My practice is informed by the interconnectedness of all things, especially the relationship between mind, body, and spirit (or soul), and the interrelationships between beings. I am influenced by Western psychological theories, as well as holistic, ancestral, and indigenous wellness rituals from around the world. I specialize in grief and loss, particularly death and dying, and the emotional and spiritual work surrounding other significant transitions, rites of passage, and life cycles. This includes work around the end of life, pregnancy loss, traumatic birthing processes, and plant (or fungi) spirit medicine integration.
My practice is informed by the interconnectedness of all things, especially the relationship between mind, body, and spirit (or soul), and the interrelationships between beings. I am influenced by Western psychological theories, as well as holistic, ancestral, and indigenous wellness rituals from around the world. I specialize in grief and loss, particularly death and dying, and the emotional and spiritual work surrounding other significant transitions, rites of passage, and life cycles. This includes work around the end of life, pregnancy loss, traumatic birthing processes, and plant (or fungi) spirit medicine integration.
My practice is informed by the interconnectedness of all things, especially the relationship between mind, body, and spirit (or soul), and the interrelationships between beings. I am influenced by Western psychological theories, as well as holistic, ancestral, and indigenous wellness rituals from around the world. I specialize in grief and loss, particularly death and dying, and the emotional and spiritual work surrounding other significant transitions, rites of passage, and life cycles.
My practice is informed by the interconnectedness of all things, especially the relationship between mind, body, and spirit (or soul), and the interrelationships between beings. I am influenced by Western psychological theories, as well as holistic, ancestral, and indigenous wellness rituals from around the world. I specialize in grief and loss, particularly death and dying, and the emotional and spiritual work surrounding other significant transitions, rites of passage, and life cycles.
At Bridges Therapy, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or simply seeking personal growth, our dedicated team of over 50 experienced and compassionate mental health professionals is here to guide and support you on your path toward healing and happiness. Our practice uses a fully virtual model to offer affordable, accessible and effective mental health care for individuals across the state of California.
At Bridges Therapy, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or simply seeking personal growth, our dedicated team of over 50 experienced and compassionate mental health professionals is here to guide and support you on your path toward healing and happiness. Our practice uses a fully virtual model to offer affordable, accessible and effective mental health care for individuals across the state of California.
Therapy is successful when you have a therapist who understands you and knows how to help you. I work with men and women navigating relationships, anxiety/depression, major life transitions, and family conflicts. As a South Asian woman and a therapist with over eight years of experience, I deeply understand how culture shapes our identities, expectations, and the unique challenges we face.
Therapy is successful when you have a therapist who understands you and knows how to help you. I work with men and women navigating relationships, anxiety/depression, major life transitions, and family conflicts. As a South Asian woman and a therapist with over eight years of experience, I deeply understand how culture shapes our identities, expectations, and the unique challenges we face.
This is a place where you can speak freely and discover different ways of being, grounded in anticolonial, liberatory principles. I work with people confronting crises or change, trans and queer people, neurodivergent people, and survivors. I also specialize in helping individuals navigate crisis and burnout in politically complex environments. My approach is collaborative and grounded in two central commitments: to your survival, and to your truth. There are no prerequisites here— this is an invitation to speak.
This is a place where you can speak freely and discover different ways of being, grounded in anticolonial, liberatory principles. I work with people confronting crises or change, trans and queer people, neurodivergent people, and survivors. I also specialize in helping individuals navigate crisis and burnout in politically complex environments. My approach is collaborative and grounded in two central commitments: to your survival, and to your truth. There are no prerequisites here— this is an invitation to speak.
People seek therapy for so many reasons, but mostly we all want to feel understood, supported, safe & connected. We want to feel good enough as we are, yet so many of us struggle to feel this way. Sometimes our lives look very different than we imagined & we need help making sense out of things. We might be feeling numb or disconnected, uncertain or without purpose, or struggling in our relationships. We might be questioning the direction of our lives and/or need to find some hope, meaning or clarity. I'd like to explore these things with you and help you know yourself & your feelings & needs better.
People seek therapy for so many reasons, but mostly we all want to feel understood, supported, safe & connected. We want to feel good enough as we are, yet so many of us struggle to feel this way. Sometimes our lives look very different than we imagined & we need help making sense out of things. We might be feeling numb or disconnected, uncertain or without purpose, or struggling in our relationships. We might be questioning the direction of our lives and/or need to find some hope, meaning or clarity. I'd like to explore these things with you and help you know yourself & your feelings & needs better.
As a first generation Indian-American therapist, I offer a unique perspective that takes into account the cultural nuances of growing up in an immigrant family and how this can shape so much of who we are. By integrating my experience with traditional therapeutic approaches, I provide you with the tools to empower yourself and build self-trust. Together, we can work towards uncovering insights, foster healing, and enhance overall well-being.
As a first generation Indian-American therapist, I offer a unique perspective that takes into account the cultural nuances of growing up in an immigrant family and how this can shape so much of who we are. By integrating my experience with traditional therapeutic approaches, I provide you with the tools to empower yourself and build self-trust. Together, we can work towards uncovering insights, foster healing, and enhance overall well-being.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, life transitions, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are opportunities for growth. You’re probably here because you feel it’s time to “do something different.” My therapeutic approach integrates the cognitive and creative realms, fostering a holistic and innovative path toward healing and self-discovery.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, life transitions, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are opportunities for growth. You’re probably here because you feel it’s time to “do something different.” My therapeutic approach integrates the cognitive and creative realms, fostering a holistic and innovative path toward healing and self-discovery.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
From the outside, your life probably looks pretty put together.
You've checked the boxes, met the expectations, and become someone others can depend on. You're successful, responsible, and always moving toward the next goal. But underneath it all, you may be carrying anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, burnout, or a constant pressure to keep performing and holding everything together. Many of my clients are balancing family expectations, cultural identity, relationships, career stress, and the feeling that no matter how much they accomplish, it never quite feels like enough.
From the outside, your life probably looks pretty put together.
You've checked the boxes, met the expectations, and become someone others can depend on. You're successful, responsible, and always moving toward the next goal. But underneath it all, you may be carrying anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, burnout, or a constant pressure to keep performing and holding everything together. Many of my clients are balancing family expectations, cultural identity, relationships, career stress, and the feeling that no matter how much they accomplish, it never quite feels like enough.
Clients feel that I respond well to their individual needs. If you are seeking answers to life and need real support, are willing to listen and accept personal responsibility are on the right path. Whether you have trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, or other issues, there are opportunities to heal, to understand our selves better.
Clients feel that I respond well to their individual needs. If you are seeking answers to life and need real support, are willing to listen and accept personal responsibility are on the right path. Whether you have trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, or other issues, there are opportunities to heal, to understand our selves better.
Hi, I’m Aashi Pahwa, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges with a compassionate, practical approach that prioritizes self-discovery and emotional growth. My focus areas include relationship dynamics, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma recovery. Together, we’ll create a safe space for you to explore, heal, and build a life that aligns with your values and goals.
Hi, I’m Aashi Pahwa, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges with a compassionate, practical approach that prioritizes self-discovery and emotional growth. My focus areas include relationship dynamics, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma recovery. Together, we’ll create a safe space for you to explore, heal, and build a life that aligns with your values and goals.
Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD, or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. I offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly
Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD, or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. I offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly
You may be the one who holds it all together — excelling in medicine, law, tech, or entertainment — while quietly feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. Maybe past experiences still surface in ways that are hard to explain. If you’re LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, South Asian, and navigating multiple identities, you may also be carrying stress that others don’t see. Reaching out for support can feel especially vulnerable, especially when you’re used to supporting others.
You may be the one who holds it all together — excelling in medicine, law, tech, or entertainment — while quietly feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. Maybe past experiences still surface in ways that are hard to explain. If you’re LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, South Asian, and navigating multiple identities, you may also be carrying stress that others don’t see. Reaching out for support can feel especially vulnerable, especially when you’re used to supporting others.
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FAQ - About Hindu Counseling
What can a Hindu therapist help with?
Hindu therapists are licensed mental health professionals who are familiar with Hindu beliefs, values, and culture. Like other licensed therapists, Hindu therapists can help with concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, and family conflict. However, a therapist who shares your faith may be especially helpful if you want to explore how faith and spirituality impact your life and overall mental health. A Hindu therapist can also support concerns that intersect with religion or culture, such as identity, belonging, intergenerational conflict, marriage expectations, or sexuality.
How does Hindu faith and culture shape the therapy experience?
A therapist who understands Hindu beliefs and cultural practices may be better able to recognize how spirituality, religion, or community expectations impact your life. This shared understanding can help you feel more comfortable and less burdened by the need to explain your background. It may also strengthen the therapeutic alliance, which refers to the working relationship between you and your therapist and is tied to positive therapy outcomes. At the same time, you and your therapist do not need to share the same faith to work together effectively. Many therapists who are not Hindu can still provide culturally responsive care if they approach your beliefs and practices with respect and humility, rather than making assumptions or dismissing the role of faith.
How can a Hindu therapist support family therapy?
Hindu therapy can often include family therapy, which may involve parents, children, or extended family members. These sessions may include discussion of how family expectations, cultural traditions, and religious practices shape family dynamics. For example, a therapist might help a family navigate differing expectations around marriage, caregiving, or participation in religious events. Depending on your family’s preferences, a Hindu therapist may incorporate faith-informed reflection alongside other evidence-based approaches, such as communication skills, emotional regulation strategies, and conflict-resolution techniques.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with Hindu clients?
If faith or cultural background is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Hindu clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask questions such as, “Have you worked with Hindu clients before?” or “How do you approach conversations about faith and cultural identity in therapy?” As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A good therapist should respond with respect, curiosity, and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs or cultural context constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Hindu therapists?
The directory of Hindu therapists includes therapists who have shared their faith background in their profiles or therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Hindu clients or communities, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. Not all therapists choose to disclose this information on their profile, and these individuals would not appear in search results for this reason.