I never wanted to build a space that simply offered sessions; I wanted to build a space that felt like emotional belonging. A place where people could arrive carrying their fears, grief, confusion, and stories without feeling like they had to leave parts of themselves at the door. A place where being human feels enough.
Anushka Thareja, Founder, Psychologist; Trauma Informed Therapist, Neurodivergent Affirmative
I have always found myself pausing at people more than situations — wondering what they were feeling beneath what they were showing.
How deeply people can break, and yet how beautifully they rebuild. Resilience rarely looks dramatic. Sometimes it’s showing up despite exhaustion.
I think therapy should feel like exhaling after holding your breath for far too long. It should feel like not having to perform, explain, or carry the pressure of being “strong enough.” It should feel like finally finding a space where all versions of you are welcome.
I never wanted to build a space that simply offered sessions; I wanted to build a space that felt like emotional belonging.
No matter how much we grow, I want humility, honesty, availability, and commitment to remain at our core. I believe meaningful work is not built only through expertise; it is built through showing up consistently, staying grounded, and never forgetting the human being sitting across from us.
Healing, to me, is not becoming someone entirely new. It is waking up one day and realizing that life feels a little lighter than it once did.
I hope they leave feeling more than just “better.” I hope they leave feeling understood. I hope they leave feeling softer towards themselves. I hope they leave carrying the belief that even after pain, confusion, or loss, healing is still possible — and that they never had to walk through it alone.
At Touch of Peace Care, we provide a confidential and compassionate environment where your experiences are honoured, your voice is valued, and your wellbeing comes first. Through personalised support and genuine connection, we help you navigate life's challenges while building a stronger, more compassionate relationship with yourself.
