pATCHWORK
MIND

We are a therapy-adjacent, support service.  I do have the qualifications and experience to be a therapist. I have a Master's degree in Art Therapy and Counselling from Western Sydney University in Australia.  But, Patchwork Mind is not a typical therapy service. I do not offer individual one-on-one sessions for your mental health needs. However, I do something very similar.  ​ I noticed a gap in services where people with mental health and disability support needs did not get a lot of practical support - like people to support them when they visit a new specialist or, making their school/workplace/home more accessible after a new diagnosis. I am here to bridge the gap.  ​ There is a lot of misinformation on the internet and it is hard to find resources, support, without knowing whom to trust. It can be hard when you are expected to trust people without questioning them. I am here to help you with all of that. I can help you decode jargon, I can make sure that your therapist has the relevant qualifications to offer you the right support. I can make sure that your home feels more sensory friendly for your newly diagnosed Autistic child.  ​ I also believe in empowerment. I do not want to keep you coming back to me for everything. My website has lots of free resources to make things feel easier for you. I will also give you support in a way that makes you feel confident in doing things for yourself, without my assistance!  The goal of Patchwork Mind is to ensure that your diagnosis is met with kindness. There are no expectations that you should "fit in" or behave in a neurotypical way. Your body and brain work differently and that is where we are going to meet it.

That is completely understandable! Give us a call anytime between 9 am - 4 pm IST, Tuesday to Friday and we will be happy to walk you through how we can help you. In case we are unable to answer your call, we will get back to you within 24 hours 🌻 If you wish to get in touch without speaking to someone directly, please text us or fill out our contact form. You don't have to say much. Just say "hi" and leave us your contact details and we promise to get in touch!

That is a slightly tricky question - it depends on the service(s) being accessed and the person accessing it. For example - a school or corporate training session has a rate based on the duration of the workshop or the number of people attending the workshop. A support group on the other hand, is meant to be accessible and is therefore charged nominally. Please refer to the individual services for price ranges. Alternatively, if prices are not mentioned on the page, get in touch with me and I will be happy to sit with you and create a personalised plan to suit your needs. I also offer a sliding scale on a case-by-case basis, because I truly believe that everyone deserves to be supported with kindness and respect. The quality of my services will not be affected by how much I am being paid on the sliding scale. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with me if you want to access my services and are experiencing financial constraints ♥️

My services are delivered in person in Chennai and offline for other cities. I also offer pre-recorded workshops and downloadable resources for a small fee, in an attempt to make services more accessible.

Yes! For individual consults and advocacy support, I offer a free 15-minute video call to discuss your needs and to see if we are compatible. I look forward to chatting with you :)

Yes! One of my primary missions with Patchwork Mind is to make your spaces more accessible. This involves being in that space in person and offering hands-on support. Please note that travel time will be billed into your time with me, and will be based on the distance travelled. This will be a flat rate that is discussed with you prior to the start of the session. This is to ensure that I am being paid fairly for my time and energy. I am more than happy to answer any questions about this!

That is such a great question! I appreciate you asking me this. I think you should trust me because I have worked with over 50 families and supported them with their children's disability and mental health needs in Australia. I have worked weekly with children with selective mutism, school refusal, skills regression, etc. and supported their experiences through patience, care and support. I have worked with teachers, psychiatrists, support workers, caregivers and court systems to ensure care and respect for all my clients. I have extensive training in working with children, families and adults going through major life changes and I am passionate about the work I do. I believe that India needs more ethical and honest care, where "experts" aren't speaking down to you about your own experiences. I also have a Masters degree in Art Therapy and Counselling and I truly believe that sometimes, words just aren't enough and you need that little bit of doing, making and creating to support your wellbeing. I am happy to answer any more questions that you might have!

Absolutely yes! I have a sliding scale that starts at INR 800, which will allow you to access the same services as everyone else for less. Please note that this will be offered on a case by case basis. I also have support groups that start at INR 350 per month for 2 sessions per month. I truly believe in giving back to the community and I also believe in being paid fairly for my time and energy. These rates and offerings are my efforts as a small, community based organisation to make support more accessible 🌼