Sitara
Emotional pain
We don’t see it, we don’t understand it, we don’t know how to deal with it. And so, what do we do?
We suppress it.
And like how sometimes a physical wound can fester emotional wounds too can fester if left untreated. And they can manifest in different ways like confusion, anger, depression and so on.
At Sitara we understand this.
And so we work with you to help you heal, we walk with you every step of the way and we find solutions together that will help you deal with the emotional wound.
You deserve to be whole, to find peace, to find joy. And we will help you in an environment where you are not judged, where confidentiality is treated like a religion and where you will see real change if you stay committed to the path to recovery.
Our areas of expertise
Languages
India is land of myriad different cultures and traditions – but at Sitara we understand that the emotions don’t differ across cultures.
And therefore we make sure that you get to speak and get counselled in, in the language that you are most comfortable with. We provide counselling services in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Tamil
Kannada
Telegu
Emotionally disturbed?
You don't really know what the problem is, but for days/months/years you are struggling with a deep seated pain. You don't really know what caused it. But it is there, deep within, gnawing, tearing at you.
You want to break free. You want to feel alive, and full of energy and happy - like all the rest seem to be.
Your relationships are suffering, your job is suffering. You know you are better than this. You just need a little guidance to get there.
And that is exactly what we will do.
We will work with you to get you there - to your happy place.
We will dig deep, we will peal away the years and we will look at what is causing you this pain and we will help you deal with it - in your special way.
LGBTQ+ acceptance
You are confused, you are scared of being marginalized, you keep seeking answers as to why you couldn't be "normal", you hurt inside, you are unable to express...
Not here.
Here we will help you gain your confidence, your strength, your ability to stand up for who you are - without having to apologize or hide or run away or any of the things you currently feel like doing.
And if it is your child who is facing all of this, then we will help you understand it better so that you can be there for your "baby" irrespective of their sexual orientation.
Teenage troubles?
It is a period of intense transition for a young adult and this transition can wreak havoc in the home and affect both the adolescent and the parent. We understand this and we help to make this transition easier. Both for the parent and the young adult.
Relationship upheavals?
"Happily ever after"...mostly found in fairy tales - unfortunately we are all raised to believe that it could be a possibility. But reality is far, very far from that fairy tale and you know it. You are in a relationship that is severely draining you, making you question yourself. Perhaps a little tweak in communication can help? Or perhaps a slight change in ideals? Or do you need to build the strength to finally break away?
Whatever it is, we are with you to help you find 'your' solution every step of the way.
It's complicated!
Emotions are not easy to understand or express. Sometimes we have the vocabulary to express ourselves with clarity and sometimes we are left confused.
It is these times that we need some guidance.
Just one ear to talk to that is unbiased, non-judgmental, safe and can act as a sounding board for our thoughts. We don’t need their solutions, or maybe we do, we don’t know.
And that is why I need help.
Sitara Counselors
DJ
Founder & Chief Psychologist
In our Founder Deepti Jacob aka DJ you will find a person who is sincere and dedicated. She is a person you will trust instinctively and in whom your trust will not be misplaced.
She wasn’t always a counselor. She has had her fair share of very different and distinctive experiences that have gone a long way in molding her ability to connect with you in a meaningful and impactful way.
Lilly
Director & Sr Counselor
Lilly worked for several years in a Corporate sector before becoming a counsellor.
Her reason for becoming a counsellor?
She understood what it was to be a single mom, to be a working mom, to learn new challenges and how to overcome it. She found several people gravitating to her for her infinite wisdom and the ability to connect from a place of deep empathy. This has helped her help many who needed to be understood, to be heard, to be accepted. And it is this that she offers to all who come to her.
In addition, being in her “silver-years”, she is able to identify with the challenges that are unique in this age band making her our “Senior’s Specialist”. So if you or your loved ones are facing challenges that you do not know how to deal with – it is her you should be reaching out to.
Rashmi Kiran
Independent Counsellor
Rashmi is who you want to talk to when compassion and understanding is what you seek the most. She is not just a counsellor, but an NLP practitioner, Tai-chi-Qi-gong practitioner, in addition to which she has been trained in Mindfulness self-compassion meditation.
This all rounded approach gives her a unique perspective and an ability to connect at a deep level that allows you to deal with the worst of your troubles, fears and worries.
She can be a companion in your most difficult journey of life and help you discover the answer for the most frequent question arising, 'why only me'?
Take the very first step of helping yourself by reaching out to us at Sitara to book your session with Rashmi.
Our clients say...
(Posting anonymously to respect confidentiality.)