Zena Yarde
Humanistic · Depth Psychology · Reflective & Collaborative
About Zena
There is a set of rules nobody handed you but you follow anyway. Be agreeable. Do not make it awkward. Keep the peace, even when the peace costs you. Zena is interested in where those rules came from, how they got inside, and why they are so hard to break even once you can see them clearly.
A lot of her work is with the reasonable one. The one who says yes and resents it later, who can set a boundary in theory and folds the moment someone's face falls. She works on the actual mechanics of it. The family script underneath, the guilt that arrives on cue, the words you could use instead. Boundaries and people-pleasing are her home ground, in sessions and in the workshops she runs on them.
She takes it seriously. Maybe a little too seriously, which she will own. She is not going to hand you reassurance or a tidy fix, because she does not think either one holds for long. Her instinct when you are afraid is closer to a question. So what, exactly, are you scared will happen, and then what would you actually do about it. Courage with a plan attached, not a pep talk.
She is also senior enough now to be training and supervising other therapists, so some of her attention goes to how good care gets made, not only to giving it.
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What Zena works with
Anxiety & Depression · Personal Growth & Empowerment · Adult Loneliness · Palliative Care Mental Health Support · Grief · Self-Exploration & Identity Work · Depth-Oriented Therapy · Loss & Meaning-Making · Self-Esteem & Self-Management · Life Skills & Emotional Resilience · Stress Management
How the work goes
The practical bits
Before you book
How do I know if we are a fit?
You start with a free 15 minute call. If someone else on the team fits you better, we will say so.
Online or in person?
Both. Online anywhere, or in person at our Mumbai studio in Lower Parel.
How does payment work?
Payment is collected at the time of booking, through Razorpay.
Is it confidential?
What you say stays between you and your therapist. The only exception is a real risk to life, and we will tell you before we do anything.
Where to next
Schedule a session
Before you start therapy
straight answers. no fine print.
A short guide to begin with clarity and ease. Tap a question to reveal more.
How do I book a session?
Choose a therapist you connect with, pick in-person or online, then select a time that works for both of us. You’ll get an email confirmation right away.
How long does therapy take to work?
It varies. Some people feel a shift in a few sessions; others take longer based on goals and pace. Consistency matters — we’ll decide your cadence together.
How do I choose a therapist?
Identify what you want support with. Explore profiles, read specialties, and book an intro call to gauge rapport. Look for empathy, openness, and experience with your concerns.
How do I pay for a session?
You can pay while booking or via a Razorpay link we send after your session.
What is the cancellation policy?
Please reschedule at least 24 hours in advance for no fee. Within 24 hours, a 50% fee applies. No-shows are billed in full.
Is therapy confidential?
Yes. We follow ethical and legal standards to protect your privacy, so you can speak freely.
Do I need to prepare for my first session?
No prep needed — come as you are. If it helps, jot down what’s on your mind and we’ll take it at a comfortable pace.
Need help choosing? Tell us your goals and schedule — we’ll match you to the right therapist.