Notes on mental health
Warm, practical guides on anxiety, depression, burnout, and sleep — written for people navigating life in India. New posts every few weeks.
- Getting Started · 8 min read
Therapy Near Me in India: How to Find the Right Counsellor (2026 Guide)
If you typed 'therapy near me' into Google today, that search took courage. Here's how to actually choose someone — and what the first session looks like.
5 August 2026Read - Getting Started · 7 min read
Online Health Consultation for Mental Health in India: How It Works
Booking an online consultation for your mental health is simpler than most people expect. Here's exactly what happens, step by step.
4 August 2026Read - Getting Started · 6 min read
Psychotherapy Near Me vs Counselling: Which One Do You Actually Need?
Psychotherapy, counselling, talk therapy — the words get used interchangeably, and that confusion stops people from booking. Here's the honest difference.
3 August 2026Read - Depression · 6 min read
Recognising Signs of Depression in India and When to Seek Help
Understanding mood changes can feel overwhelming in a fast-paced environment. Here is how to recognise the quiet signs of depression in Indian adults and find gentle support.
2 August 2026Read - Money · 6 min read
Therapy Cost in India (2026): What You Should Actually Pay
Therapy prices in India range from ₹499 to ₹3,000 an hour. Here's what drives the difference — and what you actually need to pay for good care.
2 August 2026Read - Getting Started · 6 min read
How to Talk to a Therapist for the First Time (When You Don't Know What to Say)
'I don't even know where to start' is the most common opening line in therapy — and a perfectly good one. Here's how the first session really goes.
1 August 2026Read - Therapy · 7 min read
Affordable Counselling India: How to Find Therapy Under ₹500
Taking care of your emotional health should never feel like a financial luxury. Here is a practical guide to finding compassionate, affordable counselling in India.
26 July 2026Read - Therapy · 6 min read
Online Therapy India: What to Expect in Your First Session
Stepping into therapy for the first time can feel overwhelming. Here is a calm, practical guide to what your initial online session in India will look like.
24 July 2026Read - Burnout · 8 min read
Signs of Burnout: How to Recognize Mental Exhaustion Before It Breaks You
Burnout doesn't arrive with a warning. It creeps in — a Sunday-night dread, a shorter fuse, a body that feels heavy for no clear reason. Here's how to recognize it early.
20 July 2026Read - Sleep · 6 min read
Can't Sleep at Night? A Therapist's Guide to Sleep and Anxiety
If your body is tired but your mind won't stop, this is for you. Sleep and anxiety are two sides of the same nervous system.
5 July 2026Read - Burnout · 7 min read
Work Burnout in India: Signs, Causes, and How to Recover
Burnout isn't laziness or a bad week. It's what happens when your nervous system has been running on empty for months. Here's how to recover.
2 July 2026Read - Anxiety · 6 min read
How to Stop Overthinking: 6 Techniques That Actually Work
Overthinking feels like problem-solving, but it's usually your brain running in circles. Here's how to step off the loop.
30 June 2026Read - Depression · 7 min read
Signs of Depression and When to Get Help — For People in India
Depression rarely looks like the movies. It looks like waking up tired, saying you're fine, and slowly losing interest in things you used to love.
24 June 2026Read - Anxiety · 6 min read
Panic Attack: What It Is and What to Do in the Next 5 Minutes
A panic attack feels like something is very wrong. It isn't — your body is misreading a false alarm. Here's how to move through it, minute by minute.
18 June 2026Read - Anxiety · 7 min read
How to Deal With Anxiety in India: A Gentle, Practical Guide
Anxiety in India often shows up quietly — a racing heart before work, a tight chest at family gatherings, a mind that won't stop. Here's how to gently work with it.
12 June 2026Read
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