Shaifali Sandhya, PhD. 

Therapy for Healing, Growth, and Lasting Change

 

Do You Feel Stuck, Overwhelmed, or Unfulfilled? Are you feeling depleted, discouraged, or unable to relax? Do you sense that, despite professional success, life feels incomplete—or that you are not as happy as you “should” be? Perhaps you feel caught in patterns that don’t serve you anymore, or burdened by stress, trauma, or loneliness.

 

If so, you are not alone. Many individuals, couples, and families quietly carry emotional pain for years before reaching out. Therapy provides a safe and caring space to begin healing—and to imagine a better version of yourself and your life.

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Why People Come to Therapy Therapy is not just about solving problems—it’s about reclaiming joy, connection, and balance. Patients come to me seeking help with:

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    •    Emotional challenges: anxiety, depression, burnout, or low self-esteem

    •    Trauma recovery: healing from childhood abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence, captivity, or war/conflict

    •    Relationship struggles: intimacy issues, communication breakdowns, infidelity, divorce, or family conflict

    •    Life transitions: coping with illness, grief, caregiving, parenting stress, or career changes

    •    Identity and belonging: navigating racial identity, cultural expectations, microaggressions, or social justice concerns

 

My clients come from many walks of life. My patients range from being professionals, creatives, parents, students, to physicians who—despite their talents and drive—find themselves weighed down by stress, loneliness, or unresolved wounds. They are self-described as latch-key generation, helicopter parents, Gen Z, or the new-age Generation Alpha. Therapy is where they begin to turn those struggles into strength.

 

Services I provide As a licensed clinical psychologist, I provide therapy that is both compassionate and results-oriented.

 

The services I provide are: 

 

Couples Coaching

Interracial/Intercultural Couples Coaching

Coaching for Minority Couples

Coaching for Families

Coaching for Children & Teenagers, and

Coaching for Physicians

 

My approach to healing My approach combines:

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    •    Insight: exploring how your past shapes your present

    •    Strategy: developing practical tools for coping and growth

    •    Cultural awareness: honoring your unique identity, background, and values

    •    Connection: building a safe, trusting relationship where healing can begin

 

I work with children (ages nine and up), adolescents, and adults from all walks of life—including physicians, entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, and executives. Therapy sessions are tailored to meet your unique needs, whether that means managing ADHD symptoms, healing from trauma, improving relationships, or simply finding greater peace of mind.

 

A Multicultural and Inclusive Practice My work is deeply informed by years of interviewing and supporting diverse individuals, interracial couples, and minority families. I understand how social, cultural, and family dynamics affect mental health. Therapy with me is a space where all identities are respected—whether you are navigating issues related to race, sexuality, religion, or gender identity.

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I combine strategy and insight to help you develop greater access to yourself, boost your self-awareness as well as listen better to others and enhance your positive emotional connectivity with others. What is the life you want? What does 'meaningful' mean to you?...in therapy these are only some questions you begin to reflect on, to create a compass for your future decisions by connecting the dots from your past. I create an atmosphere that is nonjudgmental, private, and sensitive that allows for deep introspection

 

The Power of Therapy Therapy is one of the most powerful investments you can make in your life. Since our behavior impacts those we love, investing in therapy is an act of compassion. Sometimes requiring that something or someone else change can begin with yourself. Even when you can't control what's happening, you can still control the way you respond, and you can feel more empowered to make sound decisions in your life. 

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I combine strategy and insight to help you develop greater access to yourself, boost your self-awareness as well as listen better to others and enhance your positive emotional connectivity with others. What is the life you want? What does 'meaningful' mean to you?...in therapy these are only some questions you begin to reflect on, to create a compass for your future decisions by connecting the dots from your past. I create an atmosphere that is nonjudgmental, private, and sensitive that allows for deep introspection. 

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Here are the kind of successes clients can hope to achieve: 

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    •    Heal from past trauma and grief

    •    Build resilience against stress and anxiety

    •    Improve communication with loved ones

    •    Strengthen self-esteem and confidence

    •    Create healthier, more authentic relationships

    •    Gain clarity and direction in your personal and professional life

 

As public figures like Michelle Obama, Prince Harry, Lady Gaga, Sophie Turner, Michael Phelps, and J.K. Rowling have shared, therapy is not a weakness—it is a powerful step toward healing and self-awareness.

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Common Barriers to Starting Therapy 

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Each of us has our unique ways of suffering. Challenged by distress, some of us can tend to go to dark places, imagine the worst, tend to overthink, and or find ourselves trapped in hopeless spots; and others may express distress through bodily symptoms such as tension headaches, clenched jaw or teeth-grinding, or fatigue. Often times there is a great lag time between when symptoms first appeared in your life to when you will start to seek treatment. When important issues lay buried and health concerns are delayed, one's quality of life may suffer. But it is also important to reconsider our mental health as an essential and continuous medical relationship.

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It is natural to hesitate before making that first call. Some people worry about stigma, while others fear that opening up will be too painful. You may wonder: Will therapy really help? Can I trust this person? Where do I even start?

 

These doubts are common—and they are exactly why I emphasize creating a warm, safe, and respectful therapeutic space. You don’t have to carry your pain alone. With the right guidance, you can begin to heal and thrive.

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What My Patients Experience Over time, my patients often describe profound transformations:

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    •    Sleeping peacefully after years of insomnia

    •    Letting go of self-blame and shame

    •    Feeling lighter, freer, and more connected to others

    •    Finding meaning in life transitions and challenges

    •    Growing in confidence and self-awareness

    •    Rewriting their personal story with compassion and strength

 

As you re-write the narrative of your life, conjure a poem, or quell your monkey mind to make it through an entire book, I am humbled by the transformations my patients achieve. I believe our most glorious satisfaction in life unfolds with attaining psychological skills so we can have the resilience to face life's toughest challenges. As a therapist, it will be an honor to witness your tranformative moments. 

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Why Choose Me as Your Psychologist 

 

I am a skilled psychologist seasoned in drawing out inner matters to help you break impasses in your life and relationships. Unlike psychiatrists, who focus on medication management, clinical psychologists are trained in psychotherapy and the science of human behavior. My expertise combines cultural sensitivity, evidence-based strategies, and deep relational insight.

 

If needed, I collaborate with physicians, teachers, caregivers, or family members to create a holistic, personalized treatment plan that supports your entire well-being.

 

Take the First Step Toward Healing I know it can feel daunting to begin therapy. I hope that you will make this important investment in yourself. I invite you to take the first step in your journey of self-exploration. 

 

You deserve a caring, thoughtful space to explore your challenges, heal from the past, and build the future you want.

 

Contact me today to schedule a confidential consultation Your journey toward relief, restoration, and growth can begin now.