Upasana Shil
Sr. Consulatant Psychologist
M.A, M.Phil
4 years of experience
At times, life can feel emotionally exhausting, confusing, or difficult to navigate on your own. Whether you are struggling with personal challenges, feeling disconnected from yourself, or simply trying to better understand your thoughts and emotions, therapy can offer a space to pause, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity and support. I believe therapy is not only meant for moments of distress, but can also be a meaningful process of growth, self-awareness, and building a more fulfilling life. Often, healing does not begin with having all the answers—it begins with feeling understood. My approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I aim to create an environment where you feel heard, comfortable, and able to show up as yourself, while gently guiding the process in a way that feels supportive and purposeful. I value understanding each person within the context of their experiences, while helping them recognise patterns that may be keeping them stuck. My work is grounded in evidence-based therapies, though I strongly believe therapy should never feel rigid or impersonal. Every individual experiences and processes life differently, and I tailor the therapeutic process to your unique needs, pace, and goals. I believe change is possible for everyone, but it does not have to be rushed. Sometimes, simply having a place to begin can make all the difference. Outside of work, I am an avid dog enthusiast and a passionate dancer—sometimes managing to combine both at once.
Concerns I can help with
I feel like I am stuck in a loop and don't know how to come out of it I feel very anxious all the time There's nothing left to fix between usI feel numb and empty on the inside 
I offer therapy for
Anxiety disorders
Relationship skills
Parenting concerns
I Specialise in
1
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
2
Mindfulness
3
Supportive Therapy
4
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
5
Existential Therapy
6
Mentalization Based Therapy
Languages I speak
English
Hindi
Marathi
Bengali
I can help you with
couple's therapy
My Affiliations
Chief clinical Psuchologist at Jagruti Rehabilitation Centre from Oct 2025 to Mar 2026
Sr. Consulatant Psychologist at Amaha Health from May 2026 to present
FAQs
Why did you choose to become a therapist?
I chose to become a therapist because I’ve always been drawn to understanding people and creating spaces where they feel heard and supported. To me, therapy is about helping individuals make sense of their experiences without having to carry them alone. Over time, this became a commitment to offering a safe, compassionate, and meaningful space for growth and healing.
What type of session would you like?
Session Duration
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For those in need of more intensive care and daily support, our Mental Health Hospital is now open in Bangalore.
If you or someone you know is experiencing at-risk behaviors or safety concerns, or any other life-threatening extreme-case issues or critical mental health situation, contact a helpline or go to the nearest hospital or extreme-case support room. Having a close family member or friend with you for support can be invaluable during this time.
For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.
If you or someone you know is experiencing at-risk behaviors or safety concerns, or any other life-threatening extreme-case issues or critical mental health situation, contact a helpline or go to the nearest hospital or extreme-case support room. Having a close family member or friend with you for support can be invaluable during this time.
For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.