Neermana - Uma S Iyer.

Recover. Regain. Relive.

“Sometimes, just the act of venting is helpful. Counseling provides a safe haven for precisely that kind of free-ranging release: You can say things in the therapist's office, with the therapist present, that would be incendiary or hurtful in your living room.”

At ^* Neermana_Sky9itcraft_Abhishek_Pujara , it is your sense of ‘hope’ that makes it a special place. It represents a change from your everyday interactions and conversations. A place where you can be with someone without judgment, to find empathy and compassion, to accept your truth unconditionally, to share without inhibition or fear. Finally a place where whatever you share, is confidential.

This is what makes Neermana_Sky9itcraft_Abhishek_Pujara , a sacred place and space to have meaningful relationships with you.

Neermana_Sky9itcraft_Abhishek_Pujara offers counselling services for:

Counselling for adults.
Counselling for couples.
Counselling for children and adolescents.
Counselling for families.

^* Neermana_Sky9itcraft_Abhishek_Pujara in Sanskrit, it means creation and with Buddhists it means ‘Transformation’.

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Neermana2020@gmail.com

About

Uma Iyer (founder Neermana)

Having enjoyed a 15-year career with some of the leading IT companies like Hewlett Packard, Infosys, Target and Accenture performing a plethora of roles and responsibilities in the HR domain, interacting with people and dealing with myriad situations, I developed, honed and fostered skills and traits like empathy, resilience, listening skills, and perseverance. Skills that I envisioned would be an asset to our society at large through the provision of counselling services for adults and children alike. After leaving the corporate carousel. I founded ‘Neɘrmana’, a counselling practice that offers counselling and psychotherapy for adults, couples, and families and play therapy for children, and adolescents. My mission is to provide a platform and facilitate a voluntary change in thought and behaviour that will bring about personal growth and well-being for my clients.

I have a master's degree in Counselling and Family therapy and a Postgraduate Certificate in therapeutic play skills. I am also trained and certified in transactional analysis, couples counselling, REBT, NLP, gestalt, addictions informed, anger management, and shame informed treatment. I use a holistic and integrative approach that combines various modalities and techniques to suit the needs and goals of each client. I am passionate about helping people overcome their challenges, improve their relationships, and achieve psychological wellness.

EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Mumbai University	:	Bachelor’s in Home Science
Bangalore University	:	Bachelor’s in Arts (Psychology)
Annamalai University	:	Bachelor’s in Education
AIMA, Delhi	:	Post Graduate Dip. In Quality Management
IGNOU	:	M.Sc. in Counselling and Family Therapy
SAATA	:	Trained in Transactional Analysis
Play Therapy International	:	Post Graduate Cert. in Therapeutic Play Skills
Anil Thomas Fellowship	:	Gestalt Certified Master
Anil Thomas Fellowship	:	Basic Practitioner in NLP
Prerana Academy	:	Foundation in Counselling Skills
Prerana Academy	:	Certificate in Couples Counselling
Muktha Foundation	:	Certificate in Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy
The Gottman Institute, US	:	Level 1 & 2 training in Gottman’s Method Couples Therapy
The Gottman Institute, US	:	Treating Trauma & Affairs in Couples Therapy
The Gottman Institute, US	:	Couples and Addiction Recovery
PESI	:	Narcissistic Abuse & Gaslighting Treatment
PESI	:	Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
PESI	:	Certified Shame Informed Treatment
PESI	:	Certified Specialist in Anger Management
PESI	:	Certified Addictions Informed Practitioner
PESI	:	Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy Level 1 & 2
Ochre & Spanda	:	Systemic Theory & Family Constellations – Level 1

Services Offered

Adults

About

Here in adult counseling session, I will help you to overcome problems by identifying causes of pain or stress and discovering barriers that interfere in your life. Through the counseling sessions, you will gain the insight needed to help you realize your vulnerabilities or Achilles heel and maximize your potential for growth and change.

Reasons for seeking counselling

Low self-worth
Work stress
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship issues – professionally and personally
Substance abuse
Stuck in a rut
Grief trauma

Couples

About

Counselling for couples is for the duo to help them sort their problems in the relationship. In this, both spouses/partners take part in counseling sessions together to discuss their issues. There will also be individual sessions with the respective spouses/partners.

Reasons for seeking counselling

Feelings of being mis-understood
Body shaming
Emotional/physical/verbal abuse
Adultery
Depression
Mood swings /Menopause/Andropause
Stress/overworked
Grief trauma

Children & Adolescents

About

Child counseling is a type of therapy that focuses on young children, teens, and adolescents with one or more mental illnesses. It also provides aid to youths, who have experienced trauma, and/or who are experiencing a dysfunctional or stressful home environment. For effective therapeutic outcomes in the case of minors, I would meet with the parents first to ascertain and understand the background and cause for concern.

Reasons for seeking counselling

Bullied by others
Aggression towards others
Anger issues
Low self-worth
Sadness/Depression
Hyperactive
Attention deficit
Socially inappropriate behaviour
Grief/loss
Sucidial ideation
Substance Abuse
Gender disorientation

Families

About

Family therapy or counselling, helps in addressing issues and improving the dynamics within a family unit. Whether you're facing specific problems or seeking to enhance overall family functioning, family therapy can be a beneficial resource.

Reasons for seeking counselling

Communication problems
Conflict resolution
Parenting challenges
Adjustment to life transitions such as divorce, remarriage, birth of a child
Substance abuse or addiction
Mental health issues
Grief and loss
Estrangement or disconnection
Helping blended families e.g. in remarriage, therapy can assist in creating harmonious relationships among step-siblings and parents.
Cultural or religious differences: differences in cultural backgrounds or religious beliefs can lead to family conflicts, which therapy can help address
Substance Abuse
Gender disorientation

Therapeutic Interventions

Psychotherapy - Counselling is a field in medical science which involves life-long learning as new techniques and methods are invented and found to treat mental health. My role as a psychotherapist-counsellor is committed to continuous professional development to keep pace with the current standards and knowledge and skills to deliver a professional service to my clients. Therefore it is an interminable journey of learning to deliver the high quality of service that meets the expectations of my clients and the requirements of this profession.

As a certified trainer, I use the following therapeutic interventions while working with my clients – Gestalt Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Creative Arts Therapy, Play Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy (REBT).

You always gain by giving love.

Reese Witherspoon.

What is play therapy?

The Gottman Method is an approach to couples therapy that includes a thorough assessment of the couple’s relationship, and integrates research-based interventions based on the Sound Relationship House Theory.

The Sound Relationship House is a foundational theory introduced and developed by Dr. John Gottman. It says that a foundationally strong relationship is like a house. It contains weight-bearing pillars and floors that help couples establish a strong link. The Sound Relationship House is built on seven levels and two pillars. The two pillars that keep the house standing are Trust and Commitment. These seven floors or levels are:

Build Love Maps
Share Fondness and Admiration
Turn Towards Instead of Away
The Positive Perspective
Manage Conflict
Make Life Dreams Come True
Create Shared Meaning

The goals of Gottman Method Couples Therapy are to

Disarm conflicting verbal communication
Increase intimacy, respect, and affection
Remove barriers that create a feeling of stagnancy
Create a heightened sense of empathy and understanding within the context of the relationship.

Start each day with a positive thought and a grateful heart.

Roy T. Bennett.

What is play therapy?

Neuro-Linguistic Programming is a simple, skilful technique for studying what goes on inside a person (subjective experience) - the processes people use to build their unique, distinctive maps or models of the world.

NLP practitioners believe there are natural hierarchies of learning, communication, and change.

Purpose and spirituality:: This level from the Logical Levels theory is about the deeper-rooted question: ‘what else are we here for?’ This level can also be called spirituality, referring to the larger system we might be a part of.
Identity:: Identity is the person you perceive yourself to be and includes your responsibilities and the roles you play in life.
Beliefs and values:: How your personal Values support or hinder you.
Capabilities and skills:: These are your 'internal behaviours'. The level of innate capabilities and learned skills which you have and how effectively you use these.
Behaviours:: Behaviours are the specific actions you perform.
Environment:: Your surrounding: the people and places that you are interacting with, and responding to, when you are engaged in a particular activity. This is the lowest level of change.

NLP suggests that changing unhelpful thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and communication patterns can:

Help shift your worldview for the better
Improve your relationships
Make it possible to influence others
Help you achieve goals.
Boost self-awareness.
Improve physical and mental well-being.

Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist after growing up.

Pablo Picasso.

What is play therapy?

Play Therapy uses a variety of play and creative arts techniques (the Play Therapy Tool-Kit to alleviate chronic, mild and moderate psychological and emotional conditions in children that are causing behavioural problems and/or are preventing children from realising their potential.

The Play Therapist works integratively using a wide range of play and creative arts techniques, mostly responding to the child's wishes.

The Play Therapist forms a short to medium term therapeutic relationship and often works systemically taking into account and perhaps dealing with the social environment of the clients (peers, siblings, family, school etc).

Uses and benefits

Although people of all ages can benefit from play therapy, it’s typically used with children between the ages of 3 and 12. Play therapy may be helpful in a variety of circumstances, such as:

facing medical procedures, chronic illness, or palliative care
developmental delay or learning disabilities
problem behaviours in school
aggressive or angry behaviour
family issues, like divorce, separation, or death of a close family member
natural disasters or traumatic events
domestic violence, abuse, or neglect
anxiety, depression, grief
eating and toileting disorders
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

Some of the potential benefits of play therapy are:

taking more responsibility for certain behaviours
developing coping strategies and creative problem-solving skills
self-respect
empathy and respect for others
alleviation of anxiety
learning to fully experience and express feelings
stronger social skills
stronger family relationships

Play therapy can also encourage use of language or improve fine and gross motor skills.

I do my thing and you do your thing. I am not in this world to live up to your expectations, And you are not in this world to live up to mine. You are you, and I am I, and if by chance we find each other, it’s beautiful. If not, it can’t be helped.

Fritz Perls.

What is Gestalt Therapy?

Gestalt, by definition, refers to the form or shape of something and suggests that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. There is an emphasis on perception in this particular theory of counseling. Gestalt therapy gives attention to how we place meaning and make sense of our world and our experiences.

This form of therapy is a humanistic, holistic, person-centered form of psychotherapy that is focused on an individual's present life and challenges rather than delving into past experiences. This approach stresses the importance of understanding the context of a person’s life and taking responsibility rather than placing blame.

It can be a little intimidating to consider starting therapy, especially if you imagine yourself sitting in the therapy room talking about the past. Although revisiting the past is an important part of identifying what needs to be healed, Gestalt therapy is an approach that focuses more on the "here and now" experience of the client. Within Gestalt therapy, the client has space to safely explore their experiences without fear of judgment. In fact, the clients are encouraged to not simply talk about their emotions or experiences, but to bring them into the room so they can be processed in real-time with the therapist.

mild and moderate psychological and emotional conditions in children that are causing behavioural problems and/or are preventing children from realising their potential.

Uses and benefits

There are a variety of conditions that Gestalt therapy may be used to treat, including:

Anxiety
Depression
Relationship problems
Low self-esteem
Low self-efficacy

Gestalt therapy can also be useful for helping people gain greater self-awareness and a greater ability to live in the present moment.

Other potential benefits may include:

Improved communication skills
Better tolerance for negative emotions
Increased emotional understanding
Better awareness of your needs
An improved sense of self-control
Better ability to monitor and regulate mental states
Improved mindfulness

Each person carries within a little boy or little girl, who feels, thinks, acts, talks, and responds just the way he or she did when he or she was a child of a certain age.

Eric Berne.

What is Transactional Analysis?

Transactional analysis is a psychoanalytic theory and method of therapy wherein social transactions are analyzed to determine the ego state of the patient as a basis for understanding behaviour.

In this form of interactive therapy, the sessions are formatted to explore an individual's personality and how experience has played a pivotal role in shaping the same - specifically those stemming from childhood. This is attained through subjective questioning and by employing various charts, techniques and tools.

In the field of counselling, Transactional Analysis therapy is uniquely resourceful, for it can be utilized in a wide range of areas and incorporates key subjects from human-centered, integrative and psycho neurotic and psychodynamic therapies.

One of the exciting things about transactional analysis is the simple models and language it employs, which help you to understand why you have become who you are today and how you connect with others in your day to day life.

Uses and benefits

Predominantly Transactional Analysis can be used in any field where need is identified for understanding of persons, communication and relationships. Hence, it is specifically useful where there occur problems of conflict, confusion or where there is something missing. Many people find TA therapy appealing as it promotes an equal relationship between client and therapist, in which the client is encouraged to focus on their commitment to change. This form of therapy believes everyone has the capacity to decide what they want for their lives, and the therapy helps clients to recognise their worth and value in order to go about achieving these goals.

Art is the creation of forms symbolic of human feeling.

Susanne Langer.

What is creative art therapy ?

Art, music, dance, drama, and poetry therapies are referred to as “creative arts therapies” because of their roots in the arts and theories of creativity. These therapies and others that utilize self-expression in treatment are also called “expressive therapies”

Integrative approaches involve two or more expressive therapies to foster awareness, encourage emotional growth, and enhance relationships with others. This approach distinguishes itself by combining modalities within a therapy session.

While the arts may sometimes be a form of play, encouraging individuals to express themselves through a painting, music, or dance involves an understanding of the media beyond the scope of play. In brief, the arts therapies are different from play therapy because they integrate knowledge of art with principles of psychotherapy and related fields.

Uses and benefits

Expressive arts therapy may be used as a part of the treatment strategy for a wide variety of behavioural, emotional, and mental health conditions. These include:

Attention-deficit hyperactivity
Developmental disabilities
Eating disorders
High levels of stress
Anxiety
Depression
Posttraumatic stress
Social challenges

There are three musts that hold us back: I must do well. You must treat me well . And the world must be easy.

Albert Ellis, PhD.

What is REBT therapy ?

Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) is a short-term form of psychotherapy that helps you identify self-defeating thoughts and feelings, challenge the rationality of those feelings, and replace them with healthier, more productive beliefs.

REBT focuses mostly on the present time to help you understand how unhealthy thoughts and beliefs create emotional distress which, in turn, leads to unhealthy actions and behaviours that interfere with your current life goals. Once identified and understood, negative thoughts and actions can be changed and replaced with more positive and productive behaviour, allowing you to develop more successful personal and professional relationships.

Uses and benefits

Rational emotive behaviour therapy has been used effectively in the treatment of a wide range of psychological problems, specific mental health disorders, and other conditions and issues, including (but not limited to) the following:

Depression
Suicidal thoughts
Low self-esteem
Recovery from sexual abuse
Panic attacks / panic disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder
Posttraumatic stress disorder
Social phobia (social anxiety disorder)
Behavioural problems in children and adolescents
Substance abuse and dependence
Grief and loss
Relationship issues
Family conflict
Anger issues
Coping with health issues (e.g. a psychiatric disorder, chronic physical
Insomnia
Social skills deficits
Performance anxiety (e.g. public speaking, taking tests)
Difficulties being assertive
Stuttering
Aggressive behaviour
Procrastination
Excess guilt
Self-sabotage
Managing major life transitions

Some of the benefits of REBT Therapy are:

You learn to take responsibility for how you feel, react, and behave in response to situations and events
You learn to identify and monitor any irrational thoughts and beliefs, including the impact they have on your feelings and actions
You can apply what you’ve learned in REBT in all areas of your life
You learn how to essentially be your own therapist in future situations that are challenging or distressful
You learn how to stop negative thoughts in their tracks so that you don’t get stuck in a downward spiral that can lead to emotional distress and unhealthy behavior
You learn to let go of unrealistic expectations of yourself, others, and the world, and adapt more a healthier, more realistic perspective
You learn how to genuinely accept yourself
Your relationships improve as you learn to be less reactive, not jump to conclusions or assume the worst, and develop more realistic expectations of others
You learn to tolerate frustration and set-backs with more grace and ease
You learn to stop relying on others’ perceptions, attitudes, behaviors, and opinions for validation of your worth

F.A.Q.

To be, or not to be: what a question..!!

E. A. Bucchianeri.

I would like to start seeing a therapist, what should I do?

Please message me on +91 76762 52264. (WhatsApp/SMS) or email me at neermana2020@gmail.com. Please state your reasons in brief for seeking counselling and I will revert back as soon as possible with a time and date for the appointment.

Where do therapy sessions take place?

Due to Covid'19 - the client has the option to choose between online sessions and face-face. If it is online, they will be held on zoom. If the client prefers a face to face session and visitors are permitted as per Apartment Resident Association guidelines and BBMP, I will see clients at my home and ensuring that social distancing norms and sanitisation protocols are followed.

What is your current availability for therapy sessions?

I will be available from Monday to Saturday and there are fixed slots for sessions. Please call, message or email to take an appointment.

How much is the psychotherapy session? Do you offer discounts for therapy sessions?

For any queries regarding the cost of a session contact me on +91 76762 52264

How will I know if you are the right therapist for me?

The only way to know for sure is to come in for a session. Most people have a good sense of whether I am the right professional to help them within the first two sessions.

You can also refer to the criteria for services offered on the website www.neermana.com.

How long do appointments last?

Each session is for 60 minutes. After the first appointment, you will be asked to agree to a block of 4 sessions as for any results to be felt or experienced, a minimum of 4 sessions is ideal.

Do you provide online counseling?

Yes, online counseling is also an option if it is not possible to have a face to face session. However, unless you are based out of Bangalore, it is highly recommended that a face to face session is more effective.

What is your cancellation policy?

I would require 24 hours’ notice of cancellation or you will need to pay for the appointment. An occasional exception may be made in the case of an emergency.

Who do you work with?

I provide counseling for adults, couples, children & adolescents.

What can I expect from therapy?

The idea of going to therapy can be very intimidating for many people. For some it even seems downright weird.

"Why would I go and tell my problems to a total stranger?" you might think. There are several good answers to that!

Your information is totally confidential and you do not have to worry about it getting spread amongst your family or friends.
Because I am not a part of your “real world” I do not have a personal investment in your choices, therefore you can freely express yourself without fear of backlash or judgments. I will however offer guidance based on your desired goals.
Because I am not a part of your “real world” you also have no emotional attachment to me which also makes it easier to be open to ideas or possibilities that I may suggest versus hearing it from your significant other, parent, or friend.
Therapy provides clients with an opportunity to get a less biased, more objective opinion about things, and as a therapist, I can function like a sounding board.
Where else in your life do you get 60 minutes of someone’s undivided attention? Where else in your life would you give yourself 45 minutes of your own undivided attention?

What happens during the first session?

The first appointment is usually the most intimidating for clients as they do not know what to expect. So here is a glimpse of how to prepare yourself.

I will ask you to fill out an intake form and use it as a guide throughout the session to help ask any clarifying questions about your symptoms or situation. I may also ask questions about your family of origin, your relationships, and any concerns you may have indicated on the intake. You do not need to share more than you are ready for. All information you share is confidential unless you indicate that you have intentions to hurt yourself or someone else, as we are mandated reporters.
The session is approximately 60 minutes long.
At the end of the session I will clarify with you, your goals for therapy with a verbal contract.
If you are in agreement with continuing therapy, you can schedule any follow-up appointments. The number of times a client is seen varies greatly on the issues and situations each person is dealing with. Sessions often start out weekly in order to make progress on the issues at hand, and then sessions typically space out as symptoms decline.
As you are leaving your appointment you may feel a variety of emotions, ranging from anxiety to a great sense of relief having shared your story. Whatever your reaction, please feel free to discuss your experience with your therapist to help you process any thoughts and/or feelings during that vulnerable time. I am a only a phone call or a message away.

Will what i reveal about myself be kept private?

Yes. This is a fundamental and crucial tenet of the psychotherapy code of conduct. What is discussed in therapy remains confidential.

Myths & Fears

I am not a myth.

Marlene Dietrich.

What will the therapist think of me?

Many people fear that the therapist will judge them harshly when the therapist hears their story. Please know that I am aware of how difficult it is to come to that first appointment and tell your story. Part of my role as therapist is to be a witness to your journey, not to judge it.

I will feel embarrassed.

I cannot tell you not to feel embarrassed as people have a right to their feelings. However, I can explain that therapy can be a very vulnerable experience and that can feel uncomfortable at times. But therapy can also be a highly rewarding experience when positive changes occur.

What if I cry?

Many people feel uncomfortable about crying, but it is healthy. It is just a way for your body to release some emotional energy, much like steam from a tea kettle. I hope you feel so supported and understood in this environment that if tears come to you, it will feel natural and okay.

I should be able to fix my own problems!

Well first of all, I can assure you that I will not be fixing your problems. That is your job. You decide on your goals, and I can help you navigate toward those goals, but in the end the work is all yours. I cannot “make you” do anything, therefore, once you leave my office, it’s all you!

Furthermore, people do not think twice about asking a doctor for medical advice or a financial planner for financial advice because those are not everyone’s area of expertise. Sometimes we look to others for guidance. Therapy exists for the same reason as financial planners and medical providers.

I am here to help you on this personal journey.

| Appointment Days & Timing

Days: Tuesday to Sunday.
Timings: Morning - 10.30 - 1.30pm | Evening - 4-8pm.
Medium: In-person / online (Zoom).
Language: English.

Please call/message to schedule an appointment.

Duration : 1 Hour

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Contact and WhatsApp number:
+91 76762 52264

Email Id:
Neermana2020@gmail.com

Address:
Neermana - BTM Layout
SNN RAJ LAKE VIEW,
Nyasa Block, Flat # 1501
BTM 2nd Stage, N S Palya, Bangalore - 560076
Karnataka - INDIA.

Testimonials

Testimonials ..

My wife wants a divorce when we can meet And my lawyer friend suggested I first meet Ms. Uma Iyer and then meet him. I asked my wife if she wanted to meet a Counsellor/therapist before going to a divorce specialist. My wife first refused to meet a counsellor or a couple therapist, but; later reluctantly agreed to meet Ms. Uma Iyer. The space Ms. Uma Iyer provides in the therapy sessions are essential and invaluable. She is an expert and a professional in her area of expertise. The structured guidance, patient, and unbiased listening we received from Ms. Uma Iyer helped me and my wife in understanding each other better by resolving many blocks and misunderstandings we had over a period of 12 years in marriage. We got an opportunity to empty our minds and move forward. We thank Ms Uma Iyer for the support. We strongly recommend couples having challenges in relationship to meet Ms. Uma Iyer before taking a step towards divorce and create a second opportunity for marriage and relationship to work. - Couple - Bangalore.

While I was looking for family therapy for myself and my daughters, we got Uma's reference through a friend. Her sessions really helped us open our bottled-up emotions like anger, frustration, fear, and sadness among family members. It also brought out the underlying deep love, care, and affection we had for each other. After every session, we were able to understand each other and ourselves better, forgive the past and get closer. By the end of the session, we were able to communicate our problems openly with each, without any arguments. We really feel united and together again as a family with lots of trust and love among each other. All thanks to you Uma. Words from my daughter – “When I started going to counselling, I was not happy or sad, I felt normal. As I was going through counselling I felt myself feeling happier and lighter and realised I had been neglecting my emotions . After counselling I am HAPPY. Thank you Uma Aunty”. - Family from Bangalore (Mother and her 2 daughters).

I took therapy sessions with Uma Ma'am, and this was the first time I was doing so with anyone. I had some hesitation, before consulting ma'am on the exact purpose/benefits of therapy, but after the sessions, I feel the whole idea of it was to find a safe space where I could accept and process my feelings and emotions without judgement/guilt/fear. I feel that Ma'am is really good at what she does and her methods have helped me in my personal journey. Throughout this while, I have looked forward to our sessions where I have tried to accept difficult emotions with Ma'am's help, which I was unable to do before. I am glad to have consulted ma'am and I look forward to more sessions with her. - Adult – Shimla.

When I started my journey towards better mental health I was very nervous and apprehensive about Therapy because I was scared of being judged but Uma made sure to create a safe space for me where I could talk about all my worries and fears and overcome them.My experience with Uma has been very enlightening and wonderful! After every session, I feel lighter and relieved and I always take away something positive or helpful to think about or work towards!I think going on this journey towards better mental health with Uma has been one of the best things I have done for myself and I highly recommend it to anyone struggling out there! - Adult– Noida.

"Uma has been an exceptional therapist for me. I was struggling to deal with multiple fronts of my life, from losing my childhood friend, tension within my family and my own personal battles. She's an excellent listener, and her experience allows for a very stable and substantial therapy." -Adult - US.

I started taking therapy with Uma from October 2021. In the past 4 months, Uma has helped me with my body image issues, improve clarity of thought and help understand my relationship with myself and my friends/family. She is very patient in listening to my concerns and has made me think deep about where those concerns are coming from. I have started applying some practical tips to work on understanding my thoughts better and that has helped with my anxiety a lot. I always write down things I want to discuss with her and look forward to meeting with her. I have always felt better and taken something back to ponder upon and work on after my sessions. In addition to the sessions Uma had also supported me when I needed help via text messages when we couldn’t meet immediately. I am thankful for the amazing support and help she has provided with my mental health." -Adult - US.

I have been seeing Uma Ma’am for a little over a year now. In the last year, I have noticed a remarkable change in my personality. When I came to therapy I was grieving over my marriage, my self-esteem, work stress, and family interpersonal conflicts. It is through therapy that I have realized some of the difficult patterns I was getting into and that insight helped me to pull myself out of it. I am extremely happy that I took that step of starting therapy and this has changed my life. I have taken active measures to bring peace to me, something which I couldn’t imagine a year ago. I am thankful to Uma ma’am and glad that she is facilitating my journey of self-awareness." -Adult - Bangalore.

This was my first time seeing a therapist, and Uma made me enjoy the entire time I was with her. There was never any anxiety in seeing her, and after I left I would feel very relieved. She dealt everything with great compassion and care. I felt that she listened attentively and said what she had to say with thought and intention that genuinely would help. This helped me feel very comfortable around her. The methods she suggested to me greatly helped and instantaneously made me feel better. At the end of every session, Uma reassured me that everything would be ok. This was just a small thing that would make me always feel relieved. -Adult - US.

I was going through quite a tough time and I felt my whole life just changing. The only thing that helped me was my counselling session with Ms uma iyer. It helped to gain back my momentum and understanding what is truly important in my life. It helped to overcome the emotional Rollercoaster I was going through and come to terms with how I was feeling. Today I feel much better and I am able to deal with all my problems in a much better way. - client (adolescent) based in Bangalore.

Uma took on my case online because I was away from the country, and through a systematic way helped calm my anxiety, and took me through steps for recovery through a very rough phase. Thank you Uma. - client (adult) based in the US.

We approached Ms.Uma Iyer as a means to address disciplinary issues and complaints from my son’s school teachers. After the initial session with us, Ms.Uma understood all the issues and worked with our kid via play therapy. After a series of sessions, we saw improvement in our kid and he is on track. We wholeheartedly thank Mrs.Uma Iyer and her therapy methods to bring back the discipline in my son’s life again..!! - Parent of a child (11yrs).

I was introduced to Uma through a friend of mine when I was going through a rough stage in my life. She provided a much need safe space to share and heal after the emotional turmoil I had been carrying inside of me for years. She helped me understand myself better and accept myself in true sense and in the process allowed me to understand how my emotional hurt was affecting me. She also supported me to understand people around me and form more meaningful relationships. I thank her for supporting me and guiding through a difficult phase and helping me live a fuller life. - client (adult).

Uma is very much a family to my daughter who has helped her at a time when things went very sour in our family . My daughter who was in her 10th grade was very tensed with the undergoing family condition and that’s when Uma helped her to be calm and composed and helped her with concentrating on her exams. Uma helped bring more positivity to my daughter who started gaining more confidence and with each passing day , I could see tremendous improvement in my daughter. The stress levels that were once at peak completely faded and I thank Uma for her calm and pleasing attitude that made my daughter very comfortable. She redefined confidence back in my daughter. With absolute privacy maintained , Uma is a thorough professional and keeps all emotions at bay while analysing the child. I’ve highest regard for Uma and what she has done for our family to get back together. Thanks once again. - Parent of a client (adolescent).

My experience being counselled by Ms. Uma Iyer has been great! I'd start by saying she made me feel comfortable by assuring me that this was a safe environment where in I could talk about the things that were on my mind freely. She'll really listen to your problems and stay with you through it to help you. She will support you but also encourage you to face your difficulties with strength and grace. I'm thankful for finding a counsellor like her, shes more like a friend who'd be there for you and guide you. I'd definitely tell my friends and recommend Ms. Uma Iyer for guidance. - Client (adolescent).

I reached out to Uma to help my daughter with handling depression. Must say shez is an extremely good listener & my daughter was very comfortable opening up to her. Shez also effective & helped my daughter regain her confidence Would highly recommend her especially for teenagers. - Parent (adolescent).

Uma is a wonderful therapist who listens with empathy and offers you a safe space to explore your emotions as you navigate daily life. - Adult (Dubai).

Working with Uma ma'am has been a very supportive journey. Uma ma'am is very empathetic, and authentic as a therapist. She is able to understand my perspective very well. I felt encouraged and nurtured in my brief time with her. She's simple, yet effective. She is able to help with practice solutions, yet work through the difficult emotions. I've found my time with her to be constuctive and incredibly valuable. I am really grateful for her support and guidance. - Adult (Blr).

Me and my wife took sessions with Uma mam for couples therapy for some of the issues we were facing. After completing the scheduled sessions, she has been instrumental in bringing change to our thought process pertaining to partner. Whenever we visited, her smile and easy-going nature and calm demeanor would alleviate our problems/hesitations to some extent and then it felt very easy to share our problems/concerns with her. She is a great listener and helped us breaking our thought patterns into smaller things to see for ourselves what causes this. Her way of explaining things and articulating the solution or help us making us understand certain things were very good. Her ability to understand human emotions across varying personalities/human nature were remarkable and would ease us to open our heart out. Personally, it has been a very good experience for me as I have not indulged myself in such therapies before. After this, I have a certain calmness, peace and level of acceptance and line of thinking has widened for me. One of the deterrence in many therapies is that of booking schedule for subsequent sessions at regular intervals that it loses relevance. We find Uma mam’s great respect for client’s time very good. She has been very accommodative as per our other priorities/commitments. She is a thorough professional, and well organized. A heartful thanks to Uma mam for all the support to us. - Couple (Bangalore).