Hrishti Bhawnani; Senior Therapist
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Hrishti Bhawnani

she/her Level 4: Senior Therapist
Currently accepting new clients
Languages: English, Hindi
ADHD Academic/Career stress Addiction Anger management Anxiety Boundary setting CPTSD /PTSD Childhood Neglect Communication and Interpersonal Skills Depression Emotional Regulation LGBTQIA+ counseling Life transitions Loss/grief Low motivation and procrastination Mental Health Crisis Obsessive-compulsion Disorder Personal growth and exploration Relationship concerns Self-esteem and worth Sleep management Stress management Trauma Void and loneliness
MY PHILOSOPHY OR BELIEF ABOUT THERAPY I believe that each person’s story is shaped by their unique experiences, and therapy should be a space that gently holds those stories- with care, compassion, and curiosity. LEARNINGS OR INSIGHTS FROM …

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9 posts
Why Boundaries Can Feel Like Rejection (And Why They’re Not)
Why Boundaries Can Feel Like Rejection (And Why They’re Not)
18 Apr 2026

There’s a very particular kind of feeling that comes up when someone sets a boundary with you. It’s not always loud or dramatic, it can be quiet, subtle, …

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Patterns We Carry That Often Get Mistaken for “Just How Someone Is”
Patterns We Carry That Often Get Mistaken for “Just How Someone Is”
13 Mar 2026

We’re used to describing people in neat, fixed ways. “She’s very distant.” “He’s too independent.” “They avoid everything.” “I’m just bad at expressing emotions.” These labels can feel …

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Consent Isn’t a Checkbox: How Trauma Shapes Our Ability to Say Yes, No, and Maybe
Consent Isn’t a Checkbox: How Trauma Shapes Our Ability to Say Yes, No, and Maybe
07 Feb 2026

We often talk about consent like it’s simple. You either say yes or no End of the story. But for many people, especially those with relational trauma, consent …

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When Safety Feels Boring: Trauma, Chaos & Why Healthy Relationships Can Feel “Off”
When Safety Feels Boring: Trauma, Chaos & Why Healthy Relationships Can Feel “Off”
14 Jan 2026

If you’ve ever found yourself losing interest in someone who treats you well, or feeling strangely uneasy in a calm, consistent relationship, you’re not alone. Many people quietly …

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What is Inner Child Work and Why Does it Matter?
What is Inner Child Work and Why Does it Matter?
31 Dec 2025

The idea of an “inner child” may sound abstract at first, almost like something pulled from a self-help meme. But when you sit with the concept a little …

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Why feeling “Stuck” in Therapy is often part of Healing
Why feeling “Stuck” in Therapy is often part of Healing
28 Nov 2025

Have you ever sat in a therapy session thinking “Why am I not moving forward” or “I feel stuck…is something wrong with me” or “Why is it going …

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What “Safety” Really Means in Healing
What “Safety” Really Means in Healing
13 Oct 2025

When we talk about healing from trauma, the word safety comes up often. But for many people, safety isn’t something that has ever felt steady or reliable. It …

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The Role of Community in Shaping Mental Health
The Role of Community in Shaping Mental Health
02 Sep 2025

Have you ever noticed how a single kind word can brighten a heavy day or how silence and judgment can make struggles feel unbearable? Mental health is often …

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What to expect in your first therapy session?
What to expect in your first therapy session?
10 Aug 2025

Starting therapy can feel like stepping into a whole new world. For many people, making that first appointment takes a lot of courage- sometimes after weeks, months, or …

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