Hi! I’m Isha, psychotherapist in bangalore, india
About Isha
Hi! I’m Isha Aggarwal: a therapist, a deeply feeling human, and the founder of Therapy with Isha.
My journey into therapy wasn’t just a career choice, it was personal. I’ve lived through the complexities of human suffering and emotional intensity. These experiences taught me that healing is rarely linear, that grief and growth can exist side by side, and that even in our most tender moments, there’s wisdom waiting to be heard.
Today, I work with people who feel “too much” or “not enough,” who carry invisible struggles, and who are ready to begin (or return to) the work of healing. I specialize in working with sensitive and neurodivergent individuals, those living with trauma or mood disorders, and anyone seeking a space where their inner world can be met with deep respect.
My approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I utilize psychodynamic therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and parts work, but more importantly, I listen. I believe in the power of reflection, in pausing to understand our inner landscapes, and in honoring the truth of our lived experience.
Outside the therapy room, I’m a lover of iced coffee, books that make me think, and deep conversation. I’m still learning, still unlearning, and always evolving, just like the people I work with. I’ve lived in six countries and love connecting with other third culture kids.
If you're looking for a space to reflect, feel, and gently transform, you're in the right place.
Education
Master’s of Social Work from Erikson Institute, Chicago, USA, with an emphasis on child + lifespan development and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
Bachelor’s of Arts in Philosophy from Bard College, New York, USA, senior thesis titled “What is A Mental Illness?: A Philosophical Perspective.”
Experience
I have a range of experience in the mental health field, from working at refugee organizations as a case management intern to working in community mental health with the severely mentally ill, both in Chicago, USA during 2019-2022. I also coordinated a research project during that time relating to early childhood trauma. I’ve been running support groups since 2020, online and in person.
I’ve been in India since 2023, and I started my private practice while residing in Bangalore. I was a mental health consultant at Omega Forum for Social Impact in 2024, and wrote and edited articles for Mad in South Asia during that same year.
In my private practice which has been running since late 2023, I have primarily worked with adult clients with complex trauma, depression, anxiety, breaking cycles of generational trauma, grief, and spirituality.
I have completed Level 1 of the Somatic Experiencing Practitioner training with The Healing Circle, Bangalore, and am in the process of completing Level 2 and Level 3.
Who am i?
As the eldest daughter in a South Asian family, I understood the importance of social support at an early age. Growing up in different countries and not having social continuity as a child made me realize how valuable it is to have secure bonds in life who are present, understanding, and compassionate.
Growing up in a world where mental health was regularly met with stigma encouraged me to become a supportive presence to those struggling alone with their mental health. Also, reading the research as a teenager around the long-term health and mental health problems that arise as a result of childhood trauma was striking, and made me want to support others’ healing of their trauma to prevent further issues.
I strongly believe in the resilience of the human spirit. Post-traumatic growth is a real phenomenon where healing from trauma, whether through individual practices or with community support, allows for greater depth of empathy, more authentic relationships, and more of a desire to live a life aligned with your values.
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