Maybe you're trying to understand yourself a little better, make sense of certain patterns, navigate a difficult relationship, or simply find a space where you can pause and talk.
Whatever brings you here, I'm glad you've found your way to this space.
I'm Aarthi T., an RCI-licensed Clinical Psychologist. I believe that therapy is not just about addressing what's difficult, but also about understanding the person experiencing it. And that is where our work together begins.
I created Olive with the idea of an atelier in mind. Traditionally, an atelier is an artisan's workshop — a space where things are carefully explored, shaped, reworked, and created with intention.
You arrive with a story already in motion, shaped by all that you have lived, carried, and learned along the way. Here, there is room for every part of that story — without judgement, expectation, or the need to make sense of it all at once. Your story, your pace.
I am an RCI-licensed clinical psychologist — a decade in mental health, academia, and clinical settings.
Outside the consulting room, I'm a mother of four dogs, a fervent lover of art, and an avid reader. I'm drawn to patterns, both in the quiet intricacies of human behaviour and in the intangible emotions that are sometimes difficult to name but easy to sense. I find myself noticing the little things, wondering about them, and following those curiosities wherever they lead.
I love learning for the pleasure of it, experimenting with ideas, and playing musical instruments. There is always something new I want to explore, and perhaps I'll always be finding joy in beginnings.
Send a short enquiry by form, WhatsApp, or phone — whichever feels easiest — and we will find a time together.
Our first sessions are about safety and getting to know you as a whole person: what brings you here, and how it fits into the rest of your life.
We work at a pace you set, drawing on approaches chosen to fit you, and we pause often to check that the work is helping.
Not sure what to expect? That is completely normal. Most people feel a mixture of hesitation and relief before beginning, and the initial conversation is often far lighter than the anticipation leading up to it. You are invited to .
A simple 4, 7, 8 breathing practice to settle your nervous system. Follow the circle — breathing in gently as it expands, holding softly, and exhaling smoothly as it settles.
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I’ve been taking therapy from Aarti for a few months now! She is patient and very good at what she does! She’s helped me to come out of a bad phase in my life and she’s actively helping me do it! She helps you navigate your emotions and thoughts!
Great listener. Patient with listening and understanding the patient’s concern and needs. Quick replies when contacted by whatsapp. Gives useful instructions, tips in dealing with patient specific mental illness.
She is very friendly. Easy to open up to. Understanding and has patience to listen to everything carefully and guides in a great way.
If there is something on your mind that is not addressed here, please feel free to reach out directly and we will be glad to talk it through with you.
You do not need a formal psychiatric diagnosis to begin therapy, though it can also be very helpful if you already have one. Whether you are navigating persistent emotional distress, life transitions, or seeking clinical support for your mental health, therapy meets you where you are.
Before our first meeting, you will receive an intake questionnaire along with consent documents, and we will review your background and medical history. During the session, we will explore what brings you to therapy and discuss what you hope to achieve through our work together.
Confidentiality is strictly maintained throughout our work together. Anything you share stays between us unless you give explicit consent to involve someone else. A few legal exceptions exist — mainly situations involving an immediate, serious risk to life.
There is no online calendar to fight with. You send a short enquiry — through the form on this page, a WhatsApp message, or a phone call — and we reply personally to find a time that fits your routine. In-person sessions take place at a calm, private consultation space in Chennai, and the exact address and directions are shared once your session is confirmed. Online sessions are held through secure Google Meet video consultations, with a private meeting link sent ahead of your scheduled time.
Because each therapy hour is reserved exclusively for you, advance notice is appreciated whenever you need to adjust your schedule. Rescheduling or cancelling with more than 48 hours' notice allows for a full refund or a direct transfer to another date, while changes requested between 24 and 48 hours provide a partial refund. If sudden illness or an unforeseen emergency arises, please let us know as soon as possible so we can respond with flexibility and find a suitable alternative.
Therapy is a continuous process of reflection, and you may occasionally receive a gentle midweek check-in to see how you are settling after an intensive session. These are simply supportive reminders and do not require lengthy responses. For scheduling or administrative matters, messages are typically attended to between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. every day. Significant emotional themes and detailed discussions are held for our dedicated session time, so they receive the full, focused attention they deserve.
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