PADMA, the Sanskrit word for “lotus,” is an acronym for the principles that guide my therapy practice and daily life: Positivity, Authenticity, Development & Growth, Mutuality, and Appreciation & Gratitude. I’m a former physician who saw a need for improved access to better mental healthcare, so now I’m a licensed & board-certified mental health counselor. I run this solo private practice on my own, so there’s no middle person between my clients and me. Each client gets a custom-created treatment plan that’s unique to their own needs & goals, and I see myself as a partner (not an expert) in their healing, growth, and transformation. My practice is inclusive, affirming, and empowering, and I’m proud to be an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community.