In-person in Chennai & online across India

Therapy that meets you where you are, not where you think you should be.

I'm Hemamalini - a licensed marriage & family therapist working with adults and couples navigating anxiety, relationship strain, and the kind of life transitions that don't come with instructions.

Trained in attachment-based and cognitive-behavioral methods, and a firm believer that the first job of therapy is just to make the room feel safe enough to be honest in.

Book a free 15-minute call No pressure, no commitment — just a conversation.

Is this you

You don't need a diagnosis to start. You just need a reason that's real to you.

People arrive here for all kinds of reasons, and most of them don't sound dramatic out loud. Here's some of what that can look like.

  • You're doing "fine" on paper, but something underneath feels off and you can't name it.
  • You and your partner keep having the same fight in different clothes.
  • You say yes to things you don't want, then feel resentful you did.
  • A big change — a move, a birth, a diagnosis, a loss — has knocked you off balance.
  • You're irritable in ways that don't match the situation in front of you.
  • You've started avoiding people or plans you used to look forward to.
  • Something from your past keeps showing up in your present relationships.
  • You just want a space that's entirely yours, with no agenda but your own.

This list is a starting point, not a checklist to pass — one item is reason enough to reach out.

Inner Peace

About Hemamalini

I am a certified professional who is passionate about helping people lead healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives. I believe that everyone faces challenges at different stages of life, and having the right support and guidance can make a meaningful difference.

My approach is centered around understanding each individual with empathy, respect, and without judgment. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where people can openly express their thoughts, understand their challenges, and work towards positive change.

How I actually work

Through professional guidance and a compassionate approach, I am committed to helping individuals navigate their concerns, overcome obstacles, build confidence, and develop the skills they need to lead a more balanced and meaningful life

My goal is simple: to listen, understand, support, and empower you to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Areas of focus

What usually brings people to this room — and how we work through it.

Formats

A few different ways to work together.

Individual therapy

One-on-one sessions focused entirely on you — your patterns, your history, and what you want to be different.

50 minutes · weekly or biweekly ₹2,500 per session

Couples therapy

Structured sessions for two people working on the relationship together, with tools you can actually use between sessions.

60 minutes · weekly ₹3,500 per session

Online sessions

The same approach, over secure video — for clients outside Chennai or anyone who prefers to meet from home.

Same pricing as in-person Any state in India

Getting started

What actually happens, step by step.

Insights

A few things worth reading before your first session.

Anxiety

Why naming the feeling calms the body

A short look at why putting a specific word to what you're feeling — rather than just "stressed" — measurably lowers physical arousal.

Read the piece

Couples

The fight isn't about the dishes

Most recurring arguments are a stand-in for an unmet need underneath. How to spot the real conversation hiding inside the small one.

Read the piece

Getting started

What to expect from your first session

A plain-language walkthrough of what's actually asked of you in an intake session, and what's entirely optional.

Read the piece

In their words

What it's felt like for past clients.

"I stopped expecting to be fixed and started actually being understood. That was the shift I needed."
— Individual client, 8 months of sessions
"We came in barely speaking to each other. We didn't magically agree on everything, but we finally learned how to disagree."
— Couple, ongoing
"She never rushed me toward an answer. I got to actually arrive at my own."
— Individual client, 1 year of sessions

Book a consultation

The first step is just a conversation.

Fifteen minutes, no charge, no obligation. We'll figure out together whether this is the right fit before anything else.

Request a call back
Sessions
In-person (Chennai) & video
Hours
Mon–Fri, 10am–6pm IST
Reach me
peacein@calmauro.com
Or call
+91 98847 36269

Questions

Before you reach out.

How much does a session cost?

Individual sessions are ₹2,500, couples sessions are ₹3,500. A sliding scale is available for a limited number of clients — ask on the intro call.

Do you offer online sessions?

Yes — most clients outside Chennai work with me entirely over video, and many local clients mix in-person and video sessions depending on the week.

How long until I feel a difference?

It varies widely, but most clients notice a shift in how they're relating to the problem within six to eight sessions, even before the problem itself has changed.

What if it's not the right fit?

That's exactly what the free call is for. If it's not right, I'll say so plainly and, where I can, point you toward someone who might be a better match.

Is what I share confidential?

Yes, with the standard legal exceptions any licensed therapist follows — such as an immediate risk of serious harm to yourself or someone else. I'll always explain these limits clearly before we begin.

Do you prescribe medication?

No — I'm a therapist, not a psychiatrist, so I don't prescribe. If medication seems worth exploring alongside our work, I can refer you to a psychiatrist I trust and coordinate care with them.

What if I've never done therapy before?

That's completely fine, and common. I'll walk you through what to expect at every step — there's no prior experience required and no "wrong" way to start.