Who we are

At Artham, we trust that healing isn’t about rushing to solutions; it’s about creating space to pause, reflect, and grow. We offer a compassionate and non-judgmental environment where stories are held with care, and individuals are empowered to navigate their journeys authentically.

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🌿 Our Vision

To create a world where emotional well-being is not an afterthought but a foundation - a world where every story is held with care, and every individual feels seen, heard, and deeply valued.

🌱 Our Mission

At Artham, we offer empathetic, trauma-informed, and holistic mental health support. We hold space for your healing gently, respectfully, and without judgment so that growth and resilience can emerge from within.

Our Guiding Principles

  • Confidentiality: Your story stays safe with us.

  • Respect: Every journey is unique, and we honor your pace.

  • Integrity: Our work is grounded in honesty and authenticity.

  • Empathy: We strive to meet you where you are with compassion.

Meet your Therapist!

I’m Ashmita founder of Artham, counselling psychologist, and a firm believer in our incredible human capacity to untangle even the most knotted parts of ourselves; whether it’s emotions, memories, or the quiet stories we carry within.

With an MSc. in Counselling Psychology from CHRIST (Deemed to be University) and a PG Diploma in Trauma-Focused Therapy from TISS, my work is grounded in presence, attunement, and a deep respect for the mind-body connection. I approach therapy with curiosity, compassion, and the belief that healing isn’t linear but it is possible.

Outside the therapy space, you’ll often find me curled up with a book, singing (usually with full dramatic flair!), or dreaming up my next little escape to a new place. I value depth, but I also love lightness and that balance is something I try to carry into the way I live, relate, and hold space for others.

  • Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all journey.
    Each person carries a story that is entirely their own, layered, nuanced, and deeply personal. My role is to walk alongside you with curiosity, presence, and compassion, adapting the approach to fit your unique experience.

    My work is grounded in the following modalities:

    Trauma-Focused Therapy
    I draw from Narrative Exposure Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), the principles of Hakomi, and Positive Psychology to support individuals navigating the impacts of trauma.

    Arts-Based Approaches
    I incorporate expressive arts, including music, movement, visual art, and sometimes elements of drama to help access emotions and insights that words alone may not reach.

    Person-Centered Therapy
    At the heart of my work is a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental space where you can simply be. I strive to offer an authentic therapeutic relationship built on trust and connection.

    Somatic Work
    Because healing doesn’t happen in the mind alone, I gently bring attention to the body, helping you reconnect with physical sensations, grounding, and embodied awareness.

    I offer sessions in English, Hindi, and Malayalam, and aim to create a space that is trauma-informed, inclusive, and respectful of every identity and lived experience.

Begin your journey