Case Study

A journey of emotional healing, from outbursts to inner awareness. How to deal with chronic anger He was in his early 40s, a seemingly successful professional.On paper — a steady career, a family of four, a decent life.In reality — a man unraveling. He was referred to me by a friend, and our first interaction was over a brief, hesitant phone call. He sounded unsure — not about therapy, but about himself. There was shame, guilt, and something deeper… fear. Not of others, but of who he was becoming. He lived in another city, so we began online sessions — initially twice a week. His anger was not occasional — it was chronic, explosive, and unpredictable.His spouse and children had stopped engaging openly with him. Conversations were cautious, silences longer. His family feared the next outburst. He had, more than once, lost his temper in traffic, shouting and even stepping out of the car with his children inside. The tipping point came when his elder son got into a physical fight at school. The school principal called his parents. That confrontation became a mirror. His wife took a stand. That night, I received a message from him.  Unpacking the Pattern As we worked together, the patterns became clear: His anger wasn’t about the moment — it was rooted in a passive, neglected childhood. A home where emotions were suppressed, and outbursts were normalized. Where he learned early on that anger was the only way to be heard. He had never learned to sit with discomfort, or to express pain without rage. Our sessions were not about “controlling” anger — they were about understanding it.I helped him recognize triggers, feel emotions without reacting, and learn to regulate through breathwork and self-reflection.  The Cost of Unchecked Anger What stood out starkly was the collateral damage: A wife emotionally distanced. Children walking on eggshells. Family love turning into fear. He wasn’t just angry — he was lonely. Because every time he lashed out, he pushed them further away.  The Healing Nine months in, we moved to weekly sessions.Today, he still carries his past — but now, he faces it rather than escaping through fury.We are working through layers of suppressed emotions, some of which had never found a name before. He is learning what it means to be safe, soft, and seen.He is no longer reacting on the road.His children have started to open up again.His wife, cautiously, is beginning to trust his change.  A Message for Anyone Reading This If anger is becoming your language — your family may be learning to live in fear, not love.And the damage doesn’t show instantly — it shows up in silences, in children’s behavior, in emotional disconnects. Therapy is not weakness — it’s wisdom.Unexpressed pain finds the loudest ways to come out.Let it out where it can be healed — not where it can hurt others.  There’s still time to change your story.You don’t have to fight your emotions alone.

Relationship Therapy in Delhi Case Study: From Silent Struggle to Empowered Living — A Woman’s Journey Out of Narcissistic Abuse Names and Identity details have been changed to protect client confidentiality. The Beginning: A Life That Looked “Perfect” from the Outside But her inner world was a storm. Behind the smiles and well-managed schedules was a woman grappling with chronic anxiety, emotional isolation, and invisible wounds inflicted not by violence—but by subtle, consistent emotional manipulation. Her partner—charming in public, controlling in private—often dismissed her feelings, gaslighted her reality, and made her feel like she was never enough. Every achievement of hers was downplayed. Every mistake magnified. Her parenting was constantly criticized, her career undermined, and her emotional needs labeled as “too much.” The Invisible Abuse: Living with a Narcissist Narcissistic abuse doesn’t always scream. Often, it whispers:But her inner world was a storm. Over the years, Meera had learned to doubt her own perception. She apologized constantly, walked on eggshells, and questioned her sanity. She stayed—for the children. For the family image. For peace. But inside, she was slowly disappearing. The Breaking Point The trigger wasn’t dramatic. It was a regular evening, and her daughter asked: “Why are you always sad, Mumma?” That simple question shattered something inside her. It wasn’t just about her anymore—it was about what her children were witnessing, absorbing, and normalizing. That’s when Meera reached out for help. That’s when she began therapy with me. The Therapeutic Process: Reclaiming the Self In our sessions, Meera began to untangle years of emotional abuse. It wasn’t easy. Narcissistic dynamics condition victims to feel shame for even needing help. But slowly, layer by layer, she began to understand: She wasn’t too sensitive—she was deeply emotionally intelligent. She wasn’t the problem—she was surviving a pattern of gaslighting and control. She wasn’t weak—she had been incredibly strong, holding everything together alone for years. Together, we worked on: Rebuilding her self-worth Setting and enforcing emotional boundaries Unhooking her sense of identity from her partner’s perception Learning assertive communication Reclaiming joy, rest, and self-respect without guilt She also began engaging with her children differently—teaching them, by example, how to say no, express emotions, and live without fear. The Shift: From Survival to Empowerment Therapy gave Meera a mirror to see herself clearly—capable, resilient, loving. Over time, she made courageous decisions: She started standing up for herself She separated her finances and focused on her career growth She stopped justifying her feelings and began honoring them Eventually, she made the informed choice to distance herself emotionally and legally from her partner It wasn’t a linear journey. There were tears, doubts, and setbacks. But every step was a reclaiming of her truth. Where She Is Now Today, Meera lives with her children in a space she calls her own. She leads a team at work, travels occasionally, and has started painting again—something she gave up during her marriage. But more importantly, she says she can breathe. Her children tell her she laughs more. And when triggers arise—as they sometimes do—she knows how to ground herself, ask for help, and protect her peace. Why This Story Matters There are countless Meeras—living lives shaped by narcissistic partners, wearing a mask of “holding it all together” while crumbling inside. This story is a reminder:You are not overreacting. You are not alone. And you are not powerless. Therapy is not just about healing past wounds—it’s about rediscovering who you are underneath the layers of survival. But more importantly, she says she can breathe. Her children tell her she laughs more. And when triggers arise—as they sometimes do—she knows how to ground herself, ask for help, and protect her peace. Final Words If you recognize parts of your story in Meera’s journey, consider this your invitation. You don’t have to live in confusion, fear, or constant self-doubt. Help is available. Healing is possible. And your life can feel like your own again. You are not here to merely cope—you are here to live fully.

Toxic workplace When Work Becomes a Battlefield — A Therapist’s Perspective on Healing from a Toxic Workplace. I first spoke from Priya on a Thursday afternoon — the kind of day that quietly mirrors emotional heaviness. She phoned me with a calm, composed exterior, but her voice told a different story. There was weariness in her tone — not the kind that comes from lack of rest, but the deeper kind that comes from fighting invisible battles every single day. Priya was a high-achieving marketing manager in her mid-thirties. On paper, she was thriving: promotions, recognition, and a resume most people would envy. But beneath that surface, she was unravelling. She spoke of a work environment laced with passive aggression, unrealistic demands, and a constant undercurrent of anxiety. “It’s like I’m always bracing for impact,” she said in one of our early sessions. What made her reach out for help wasn’t a breakdown, but something quieter — and in many ways, more heartbreaking. She had forgotten her father’s birthday. That one lapse became a mirror. “Who am I becoming?” she asked me, not expecting an answer, just aching for clarity. What Therapy Looked Like In the beginning, we didn’t start with solutions. We started with space. Space to exhale. Space to name the unnamed — the microaggressions, the chronic invalidation, the guilt she carried for things that weren’t hers to own. In that sacred space, her silence began to speak louder than her words. I didn’t just see burnout. I saw someone grieving — the loss of joy, of identity, of boundaries blurred by corporate chaos. So we began the slow work of stitching her sense of self back together. Unlearning, Reclaiming, Rebalancing We worked on reframing the internal narratives — the “I’m not doing enough,” “I can’t afford to drop the ball,” and “If I don’t say yes, I’ll be seen as difficult.” We explored where those beliefs were born, often tracing them back to childhood patterns of earning love through performance. Boundary work was central. We practiced the art of saying no — gently, firmly, without apology. Together, we designed rituals for ending the workday: shutting the laptop at 7 PM, taking intentional pauses, and even deleting her work email from her phone — a small act of rebellion that felt revolutionary. I introduced her to somatic grounding techniques, which helped her come back to her body — something she hadn’t done in years. Breathwork, journaling, movement — these weren’t just coping tools; they became anchors. And then came the return to joy. Priya rediscovered painting, started spending Sundays offline, and began to reclaim her evenings for herself and her loved ones. It wasn’t about balance in the strict sense — it was about realignment with what mattered most. The Transformation Six months later, Priya wasn’t just functioning — she was living. She had shifted teams, redefined her work boundaries, and was no longer carrying the weight of her job home in her body or her spirit. She told me, “I no longer feel the need to prove my worth. I just know it now.” The lightness in her voice during that session still stays with me. It reminded me why I do this work. Reflections from the Therapy Room Working with Priya reaffirmed something I’ve witnessed many times — that toxic work cultures don’t just drain our energy, they distort our identity. And healing is not just about learning to cope, but about remembering who we were before the world told us who we had to be. Therapy, in her case, wasn’t a rescue mission. It was a reclamation. Of time. Of truth. Of self. If you find yourself constantly shrinking to fit into spaces that don’t honour your humanity, know this: there is nothing wrong with you. Sometimes, it’s the system that’s broken — not you. And healing? It’s not just possible. It’s powerful.

We Thought Love Was Enough” – How Premarital Counseling Transformed Our Relationship Introduction Why a Happy Couple Still Chose Premarital Counseling  Aanya and Raghav (names changed) had what looked like the perfect love story. Five years together, shared memories, dreams of a future, and a ready-to-go wedding hashtag. So, why did they walk into a counselling room? Session Insights  What They Learned in Counselling – Session by Session. Session 1  “We Communicate Really Well”… Or Do We? ➡️ They spoke often—but didn’t truly listen.➡️ They learned to listen with empathy and validate without fixing. Lesson: Deep love still needs intentional communication. Session 2  The Unspoken “Dealbreakers” ➡️ A surprise revelation about moving abroad sparked tension.➡️ Assumptions they never questioned surfaced. Lesson: Honest dialogue prevents future disconnect. Session 3  Facing the Past to Strengthen the Present ➡️ Aanya’s childhood experiences shaped how she handled conflict.➡️ Raghav misunderstood her emotional responses. Lesson: Unhealed trauma can silently impact even the happiest couples. What Changed  They Weren’t Broken – But They Got Stronger ➡️ Built emotional safety➡️ Practiced real conflict resolution➡️ Created a shared vision of the future Quote:“Premarital counselling didn’t fix us. We weren’t broken. But it gave us a map we didn’t know we needed.” Final Thought  Start Strong. Start Together. Love brings you together. But understanding, healing, and communication keep you together. 🔗 Book a session today🔗 Learn more about relationship therapy

Anamika’s Journey Betrayal. Heartbreak. A marriage on the edge. Anamika (name changed), a 36-year-old woman from NCR, approached me, carrying a storm within her. She had caught her husband, Mohit, exchanging intimate messages with a colleague. Her world shattered in an instant. She was angry, devastated, and resentful—ready to walk away. But when I asked her, “What do you truly want?” her initial response—”I want him out of my life”—didn’t seem fully aligned with her emotions. By the third session, clarity emerged: She wanted to save her marriage. Not just for their 7-year-old son, but also for the love they once shared.  The Underlying Patterns Through therapy, we unearthed deeper issues:  Mohit’s childhood trauma—growing up in financial instability, losing his father with unpaid debts, and carrying the burden of responsibility. His attraction to power & security—the other woman was financially independent and assertive, traits he unconsciously wished to see in Anamika.  His emotional withdrawal—working late, drinking more, and becoming distant in their marriage. Meanwhile, Anamika had been a loved child, who had fought against societal odds to marry Mohit. Leaving wasn’t just about herself—it meant facing judgment, shame, and a sense of personal failure. She wasn’t ready to give up, but she also couldn’t stay the way she was. ✨ Astro-Psychological Analysis: To gain a deeper insight into their emotional and behavioral patterns, we used an astro-psychological approach.  Mohit’s planetary placements indicated deep-seated insecurity — signifying struggles with financial matters and father-related trauma. Anamika’s chart showed certain combinations, making her highly emotional, love-driven, and committed to relationships despite hardships. The planetary transits at the time of the crisis indicated a karmic test in their relationship—forcing both partners to feel emotionally overwhelmed. Understanding these cosmic influences helped Anamika make peace with her emotions. Therapy & Transformation The journey ahead was not about “winning him back” but about regaining her own strength. Emotional Boundaries No more people-pleasing. She stopped seeking validation from Mohit and started sleeping in a separate room with their son. No Physical Intimacy As difficult as it was, she withdrew from physical affection, ensuring Mohit felt the emotional distance. Shifting Focus Instead of obsessing over Mohit, she engaged deeply with her son, ensuring he absorbed minimal negativity. Playdates, weekend outings, and quality time became her priorities. Over the months, these small but intentional shifts triggered a reflection within Mohit—an insecurity, a realization of what he was about to lose. By month seven, he came forward, apologizing and pledging to rebuild their bond. Unanswered Questions…  Will Anamika ever be able to trust Mohit the same way again? Will Mohit truly stay committed? Will their marriage ever regain its past warmth? These questions remain open-ended. But one truth stands: Anamika made a choice. And she made peace with it. Many might say she should have left, but therapy isn’t about dictating choices. It’s about empowering individuals to make their own, with clarity and strength. My role wasn’t to tell her what to do, but to ensure that whatever she chose, she did it from a place of power, not fear.