Hi again! I have more that I want to share with you. I earned my Bachelors of Science in Psychology and Child Development from UT Dallas in 2018 and earned my Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Houston - Main Campus in 2020. I’ve been providing therapy since 2019 and have learned so much about individual & collective resilience in that time.

Mano Balam (pronounced 'Ma-no Ba-lum') means 'Inner Strength' in Telugu (a language native to Southeastern India). The name of my private practice came to my Mom in a dream in October 2023 and the private practice came to fruition in May 2024. I originally planned to start my own practice in my 40s/50s but life had other plans - and I’m grateful I’m here. :)

When I’m not providing therapy, I like to dance, read, practice Sangeetham (a form of Indian Classical Music), create, be a lil water bb (ie swim), spend time with family & friends, nap, learn whatever is intriguing me at the time, be an introvert, and explore.

*There’s already a picture of me on the home page of my website so here is a picture of my logo instead. Enjoy!

**I am older than I look!

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