Hindu Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
Do you sometimes wonder if you are neurodivergent? Or maybe you're grappling with addictions or food issues? At times, some of us get stuck in repetitive patterns or ruminating thoughts. I work with people who have these symptoms and have 20 years of experience treating mood issues, autism spectrum, ADHD, addictions and eating disorders. I have a background in art and have a warm, engaging (not silent) style of interacting. My experience includes work at Eating Disorder Centers, Mental Health Assessor for UCSF, Graduate psychology professor, crisis work at Mental Health Association NYC, supervising interns and Psychedelic Therapy.
Do you sometimes wonder if you are neurodivergent? Or maybe you're grappling with addictions or food issues? At times, some of us get stuck in repetitive patterns or ruminating thoughts. I work with people who have these symptoms and have 20 years of experience treating mood issues, autism spectrum, ADHD, addictions and eating disorders. I have a background in art and have a warm, engaging (not silent) style of interacting. My experience includes work at Eating Disorder Centers, Mental Health Assessor for UCSF, Graduate psychology professor, crisis work at Mental Health Association NYC, supervising interns and Psychedelic Therapy.
Are you consistently swinging between anger and fear about your addicted or mentally ill adult child? Panicked, waking up at 2am each night, terrified about the next relapse? Do you fantasize about disowning them one day, but then, are enabling them the next? Do you struggle to set even the smallest boundaries?
I work with parents who have an addicted or mentally ill adult child. I have lived inside a family like yours, and I know the exhaustion, and the sheer hopelessness. I help parents learn to finally hold boundaries, and realize hope again; thereby making space for the child's recovery. In a word, I restore possibility.
Are you consistently swinging between anger and fear about your addicted or mentally ill adult child? Panicked, waking up at 2am each night, terrified about the next relapse? Do you fantasize about disowning them one day, but then, are enabling them the next? Do you struggle to set even the smallest boundaries?
I work with parents who have an addicted or mentally ill adult child. I have lived inside a family like yours, and I know the exhaustion, and the sheer hopelessness. I help parents learn to finally hold boundaries, and realize hope again; thereby making space for the child's recovery. In a word, I restore possibility.
I work by using an integrative approach and adapt the approaches that is best suited for the client’s needs. I have experience in delivering Person Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy & Dialectic Behavioural Informed Therapy. I understand that therapy can be daunting but I offer a safe, confidential, emphatic and non-judgemental environment. My aim is to help clients understand their mental health issues better and empower them to achieve the changes they need in order to live a better quality of life.
I work by using an integrative approach and adapt the approaches that is best suited for the client’s needs. I have experience in delivering Person Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy & Dialectic Behavioural Informed Therapy. I understand that therapy can be daunting but I offer a safe, confidential, emphatic and non-judgemental environment. My aim is to help clients understand their mental health issues better and empower them to achieve the changes they need in order to live a better quality of life.
Hello! I'm Dr. Pam Mongrandi and I'm here to help. Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, powerless, sad or just frustrated? Whether seeking to gain or regain luster in your life or relationships (especially with self), it's my passion to share knowledge and skills to help you move forward so you can find the peace and healing you may need. For example, we can predict with 93% accuracy whether partnerships will break up based on four things. Curious? (If you're a registered associate seeking supervision from a supervisor on the Oregon Board's Supervisor Registry, I'm here & happy to support you on your journey as well.)
Hello! I'm Dr. Pam Mongrandi and I'm here to help. Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, powerless, sad or just frustrated? Whether seeking to gain or regain luster in your life or relationships (especially with self), it's my passion to share knowledge and skills to help you move forward so you can find the peace and healing you may need. For example, we can predict with 93% accuracy whether partnerships will break up based on four things. Curious? (If you're a registered associate seeking supervision from a supervisor on the Oregon Board's Supervisor Registry, I'm here & happy to support you on your journey as well.)
Hi, my name is Danny Varughese LPC, and I'm the founder of Axon and Arbor. When you engage with my lab, you're a fellow reality-scientist with equal power, encouraged to continue strengthening your relationship with your own intuition, and given a space to clarify the voice of it.
I leverage hardcore neuroscience and the creativity that I've refined as a lifelong singer-songwriter with 2 albums out (look up Danny Varughese on Spotify/Apple Music).
Hi, my name is Danny Varughese LPC, and I'm the founder of Axon and Arbor. When you engage with my lab, you're a fellow reality-scientist with equal power, encouraged to continue strengthening your relationship with your own intuition, and given a space to clarify the voice of it.
I leverage hardcore neuroscience and the creativity that I've refined as a lifelong singer-songwriter with 2 albums out (look up Danny Varughese on Spotify/Apple Music).
I am a systemic therapist specializing in culturally relevant care. I work with adults, couples, and families with children (age 12+) who are tired of running the same loops. Maybe you know where you want to be, but the path there keeps shifting. Maybe you're burnt out, caught between what your family expects and what you actually want, or stuck in arguments that feel endless. I offer a space to pause, sort through what's really going on, and figure out what actually works for you. I specialize in working with adult children of immigrant parents, navigating the complex intersection of identity, family , and personal goals.
I am a systemic therapist specializing in culturally relevant care. I work with adults, couples, and families with children (age 12+) who are tired of running the same loops. Maybe you know where you want to be, but the path there keeps shifting. Maybe you're burnt out, caught between what your family expects and what you actually want, or stuck in arguments that feel endless. I offer a space to pause, sort through what's really going on, and figure out what actually works for you. I specialize in working with adult children of immigrant parents, navigating the complex intersection of identity, family , and personal goals.
Hello and welcome. I am a Licensed and Board-Certified Therapist in Maryland, Pennsylvania and South Carolina with over 10 years of professional work experience. I am a certified, as well as a lifelong, practitioner of meditation and yoga. My clinical experience comes from providing direct mental health and behavioral counseling for young children, teens, and adults with a variety of presenting issues including stress/anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship and family issues, trauma recovery, racialized and intergenerational trauma recovery, mood instability, ADHD and gender identity.
Hello and welcome. I am a Licensed and Board-Certified Therapist in Maryland, Pennsylvania and South Carolina with over 10 years of professional work experience. I am a certified, as well as a lifelong, practitioner of meditation and yoga. My clinical experience comes from providing direct mental health and behavioral counseling for young children, teens, and adults with a variety of presenting issues including stress/anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship and family issues, trauma recovery, racialized and intergenerational trauma recovery, mood instability, ADHD and gender identity.
My philosophy of therapeutic work is that you are the expert of your experiences and I simply serve as a guide throughout your journey. I am honored to be in a position where I have the privilege of supporting my community in achieving their goals. This work is a partnership between you and me (maybe even my corgi who makes few appearances and adheres to HIPAA, not to worry). - I partner with a diverse set of individuals, and couples, wanting to work on identity exploration, multicultural acceptance and integration, relationship and intimacy challenges, and generational trauma. Changes are inevitable, transitions are psychological.
My philosophy of therapeutic work is that you are the expert of your experiences and I simply serve as a guide throughout your journey. I am honored to be in a position where I have the privilege of supporting my community in achieving their goals. This work is a partnership between you and me (maybe even my corgi who makes few appearances and adheres to HIPAA, not to worry). - I partner with a diverse set of individuals, and couples, wanting to work on identity exploration, multicultural acceptance and integration, relationship and intimacy challenges, and generational trauma. Changes are inevitable, transitions are psychological.
Whether a recent event has brought you here or you've been carrying something difficult for a long time, therapy can be a space to slow down and give it the attention it deserves. Together, we'll explore what feels most important to you, at your pace.
I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, identity questions, difficult family dynamics, and substance use. Whatever you're carrying, you're welcome here. This includes adult children of immigrants, people from multicultural backgrounds, and people of color.
Whether a recent event has brought you here or you've been carrying something difficult for a long time, therapy can be a space to slow down and give it the attention it deserves. Together, we'll explore what feels most important to you, at your pace.
I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, identity questions, difficult family dynamics, and substance use. Whatever you're carrying, you're welcome here. This includes adult children of immigrants, people from multicultural backgrounds, and people of color.
I have been working as a psychoanalyst for almost twenty years and understand how challenging it can be to seek help at times. However, as we all need assistance at various moments in our lives, embarking on psychotherapy is an important step. Working with psychoanalysis can help you better understand the past experiences that shaped your character, as well as your future, desires, goals you aspire to achieve and the fears and obstacles you encounter. I can listen to patients in English, Portuguese (my native language), and Spanish. I have experience with student's mental health, depression, anxiety, psychosis and another diagnosis.
I have been working as a psychoanalyst for almost twenty years and understand how challenging it can be to seek help at times. However, as we all need assistance at various moments in our lives, embarking on psychotherapy is an important step. Working with psychoanalysis can help you better understand the past experiences that shaped your character, as well as your future, desires, goals you aspire to achieve and the fears and obstacles you encounter. I can listen to patients in English, Portuguese (my native language), and Spanish. I have experience with student's mental health, depression, anxiety, psychosis and another diagnosis.
Hello! my name is Margaux Desjardins. I'm a Doctor of Psychology with over 15 years of clinical experience. I have specialized skills in listening and understanding human behavior and treating suffering. If you feel stuck: repeatedly thinking, feeling, or behaving in ways that ultimately cause you pain, talk therapy can help. By meeting regularly with an impartial but caring professional who is concerned only for your growth and development, you will come to learn about yourself in new ways and discover how to achieve the life goals that are most important to you.
Hello! my name is Margaux Desjardins. I'm a Doctor of Psychology with over 15 years of clinical experience. I have specialized skills in listening and understanding human behavior and treating suffering. If you feel stuck: repeatedly thinking, feeling, or behaving in ways that ultimately cause you pain, talk therapy can help. By meeting regularly with an impartial but caring professional who is concerned only for your growth and development, you will come to learn about yourself in new ways and discover how to achieve the life goals that are most important to you.
As a psychoanalyst with twelve years of clinical experience, I can work with you to analyze your life experiences and the unconscious determinations that may be keeping you stuck in some ideas and negative affects. An important aspect of my practice is creating a safe space where you can express yourself freely and work through your thoughts and feelings, while I actively listen, ask questions, and dialogue with you until unheard possibilities arise. Psychoanalysis shows us that words carry the extraordinary power to change not only symptoms but also bodies and perspectives.
As a psychoanalyst with twelve years of clinical experience, I can work with you to analyze your life experiences and the unconscious determinations that may be keeping you stuck in some ideas and negative affects. An important aspect of my practice is creating a safe space where you can express yourself freely and work through your thoughts and feelings, while I actively listen, ask questions, and dialogue with you until unheard possibilities arise. Psychoanalysis shows us that words carry the extraordinary power to change not only symptoms but also bodies and perspectives.
I work with clients who are navigating life transitions including perinatal changes, parenting, divorce, ageing, menopausal changes, and with those may be experiencing grief, loss or recovering from traumatic events. My goal is to help individuals work through the feelings, thoughts, and memories in a way that is consistent with the individual’s personality, preferences, values, and goals. I also work with couples seeking counseling to work through any issues that are causing distress and a loss of connection.
I work with clients who are navigating life transitions including perinatal changes, parenting, divorce, ageing, menopausal changes, and with those may be experiencing grief, loss or recovering from traumatic events. My goal is to help individuals work through the feelings, thoughts, and memories in a way that is consistent with the individual’s personality, preferences, values, and goals. I also work with couples seeking counseling to work through any issues that are causing distress and a loss of connection.
Therapy at Light Work Counseling is grounded in a simple but powerful philosophy: there is light in every person. My work is to nurture it, & reflect it back. You bring your lived experience. I bring a trauma-informed, psychodynamic, relational approach w/ special training in EMDR, CBT & animal assisted therapy. Together, we’ll leverage your strengths using my tools & experience towards a bright future.
This is collaborative work. You are the expert of your own lived experience. Therapy isn't about fixing what's broken—it's about illumination. Like bringing light to a dim space, therapy helps us see more clearly
Therapy at Light Work Counseling is grounded in a simple but powerful philosophy: there is light in every person. My work is to nurture it, & reflect it back. You bring your lived experience. I bring a trauma-informed, psychodynamic, relational approach w/ special training in EMDR, CBT & animal assisted therapy. Together, we’ll leverage your strengths using my tools & experience towards a bright future.
This is collaborative work. You are the expert of your own lived experience. Therapy isn't about fixing what's broken—it's about illumination. Like bringing light to a dim space, therapy helps us see more clearly
Are your needs always at the bottom of your to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel better—happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and uncertain about how to manage life’s challenges. Ignoring your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for both your mind and body. But it doesn’t have to be this hard. I believe living a better life should be within reach.
This is why I founded Be Well Therapy Collective, a group practice specializing in lasting love through individual therapy, couples therapy, and maternal mental health.
Are your needs always at the bottom of your to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel better—happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and uncertain about how to manage life’s challenges. Ignoring your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for both your mind and body. But it doesn’t have to be this hard. I believe living a better life should be within reach.
This is why I founded Be Well Therapy Collective, a group practice specializing in lasting love through individual therapy, couples therapy, and maternal mental health.
I offer therapy from a curious, trauma-informed, and liberation-oriented lens, and provide a supportive space for those seeking a greater understanding of themselves, their relationships, and their path to a more free, compassionate, and meaningful life. We’ll tune in to the interconnected wisdom of the body, heart, and mind to foster a deeper sense of wholeness and lasting transformation.
I offer therapy from a curious, trauma-informed, and liberation-oriented lens, and provide a supportive space for those seeking a greater understanding of themselves, their relationships, and their path to a more free, compassionate, and meaningful life. We’ll tune in to the interconnected wisdom of the body, heart, and mind to foster a deeper sense of wholeness and lasting transformation.
Now accepting new clients in PA and Telehealth in MD. You might feel caught between worlds- wanting to honor your family and cultural values while also trying to build a life that feels true to you. On the outside, you may seem capable and composed. On the inside, you might feel overwhelmed, stuck, and emotionally exhausted. Therapy can be a space to sort through the pressure and reconnect with yourself. I provide individual therapy and specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, life transitions, south asian issues, racial and cultural identity, depression.
Now accepting new clients in PA and Telehealth in MD. You might feel caught between worlds- wanting to honor your family and cultural values while also trying to build a life that feels true to you. On the outside, you may seem capable and composed. On the inside, you might feel overwhelmed, stuck, and emotionally exhausted. Therapy can be a space to sort through the pressure and reconnect with yourself. I provide individual therapy and specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, life transitions, south asian issues, racial and cultural identity, depression.
I work with adults (18+) who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about their next steps—whether in relationships, career, or personal growth. Many of my clients are capable and driven but find themselves overthinking, lacking direction, or feeling unfulfilled. Together, we focus on building clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of direction so you can start making decisions with purpose instead of doubt.
I work with adults (18+) who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about their next steps—whether in relationships, career, or personal growth. Many of my clients are capable and driven but find themselves overthinking, lacking direction, or feeling unfulfilled. Together, we focus on building clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of direction so you can start making decisions with purpose instead of doubt.
Taking new clients and insurance - I work with individuals and couples to understand the deeper meaning of the problems holding them back and help them to break free and reach their full potential. I use empathy, compassion, and unconditional positive regard to guide my practice while helping people understand themselves. Working together collaboratively but acknowledging that people are the experts of their own life, we will work together to end suffering while building self growth.
Taking new clients and insurance - I work with individuals and couples to understand the deeper meaning of the problems holding them back and help them to break free and reach their full potential. I use empathy, compassion, and unconditional positive regard to guide my practice while helping people understand themselves. Working together collaboratively but acknowledging that people are the experts of their own life, we will work together to end suffering while building self growth.
I am a Psychotherapist, Brain Specialist, Psych Rehab Practitioner, Behavioral Analyst and a 10-year Survival Specialist Airforce Veteran who works with all seeking insight, reflection, an exciting life, and exposure of talents undiscovered. I founded Outside the Box Strategies, as a multidimensional practice built on the belief that every person is as unique as a fingerprint or snowflake. My work centers on you learning who you are—your motivations, your raw and honest lived experiences, and convert the view of life from an optical (interpreted view) to an ultraviolet (seeing view).
I am a Psychotherapist, Brain Specialist, Psych Rehab Practitioner, Behavioral Analyst and a 10-year Survival Specialist Airforce Veteran who works with all seeking insight, reflection, an exciting life, and exposure of talents undiscovered. I founded Outside the Box Strategies, as a multidimensional practice built on the belief that every person is as unique as a fingerprint or snowflake. My work centers on you learning who you are—your motivations, your raw and honest lived experiences, and convert the view of life from an optical (interpreted view) to an ultraviolet (seeing view).
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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.