Frequently asked questions

No. Many clients start because they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or in pain — not because they have a formal diagnosis. Your therapist will help clarify patterns in session.

Use Find your therapy path or book a short clarity call. You do not need the right words — showing up is enough.

See our Find your therapy path page, or the therapy approach section on the homepage (CBT, DBT-informed, trauma-focused, couples). We align approach to your goals at the first session.

Yes. We integrate evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT-informed skills, ACT, mindfulness, and trauma-focused work.

Book a free 10-minute clarity call, or use Find your therapy path to compare individual, couples, teen, trauma, ADHD, and professional support.

Our team works in Nepal with clients locally and abroad. Sessions account for culture, family dynamics, and language preferences (English and Nepali) — online or in person in Kathmandu.

Progress is discussed openly in session — feeling heard, calmer, and clearer on next steps are common early signs. We adjust pace and approach together.

Yes. Many expats attend in person in English. See Therapy for international clients for ethics, format, and how to start without pressure.

Many clients attend secure video sessions from the US, UK, Europe, Australia, and the diaspora. We explain cross-border limits and confidentiality clearly so you can decide if our practice fits you.

Our psychologists practice from Nepal under Nepali professional standards and APA-aligned ethics. We do not claim licensure in your home jurisdiction. A clarity call can help you weigh this against local options.

Adolescent psychotherapy is for ages 14–17. Young adults 18+ are usually seen under individual psychotherapy. Children under 14 are not treated here — please contact Kanti Children’s Hospital pediatric psychiatric OPD.

Home and school support matter, but repeated lectures or discipline without change may mean underlying anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma. School refusal, sleep disruption, and withdrawal for weeks are valid reasons to seek help. See our teen page parent guide.

Late sleep, missed homework, and school avoidance are often anxiety, depression, ADHD, or burnout — not laziness. A psychologist can help assess patterns without blaming your teen.

Yes. Many clients attend secure video sessions from anywhere in Nepal and internationally (US, UK, Australia, Europe, and the diaspora). See Therapy for international clients for expat and cross-border details.

Use Book appointment — you will go to our secure Setmore scheduling page. We confirm format and fees before your first full session.

No. If you are in crisis in Nepal, call the TUTH Helpline at 1166 (24/7). Otherwise contact local emergency services or a crisis line in your country.

Individual psychotherapy, couples therapy, teen counseling, trauma & PTSD therapy, adult ADHD support, therapy for professionals (burnout and executive stress), and psychologist-led psychological coaching — in person in Kathmandu and online.

Goal-directed support for resilience, habits, and life decisions when you are generally stable — led by a psychologist, not unregulated life coaching. It is not a substitute for psychotherapy. See Psychological coaching in Kathmandu.

Yes. See our Adult ADHD page for assessment-informed therapy, executive-function skills, and online options for clients in Nepal and abroad.

Yes — communication, conflict cycles, trust repair, and pre-marital support. See Couples therapy in Kathmandu.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is one lens for understanding conflicting inner parts — critics, protectors, and wounded younger selves. Bhatta Psychotherapy offers IFS-informed parts work in Kathmandu and online across Nepal, integrated with CBT, DBT-informed skills, ACT, and trauma-focused pacing.

Standard sessions are 50–60 minutes. Premium sessions with Mr. Damber Bhatta are 75 minutes and include post-session handouts.

Many clients start weekly. We adjust frequency based on your goals, severity, and schedule — including options for busy professionals.

Your therapist explains confidentiality, invites you to share what brought you in, and together you agree on pace, format (online or in-person), and next steps — not an interrogation.

We do not publish session fees on the website. Contact the clinic or book an appointment — we confirm fees before your first full session.

Standard suits regular weekly therapy or focused shorter work. Premium allows deeper exploration, more time, and tailored materials between sessions.

Please reschedule or cancel at least 24 hours in advance to avoid a late cancellation fee and free the slot for others on the waiting list.

Damber Raj Bhatta (psychologist, founder) and Shrijana Ghimire (psychologist). See About and each clinician profile for credentials and training.

Yes. Care follows APA-aligned ethical standards and Nepal privacy expectations. Information is not shared without consent except where required by law.

Yes — paced, trauma-informed care for PTSD, complex trauma (CPTSD), grief, and emotional wounds. See Trauma & PTSD therapy.

Teen sessions are private. Parents are involved when safety is at risk or when the teen agrees to share progress. Ages 14+ at our clinic; under 14 → Kanti Children’s Hospital. See Teen & adolescent therapy.

Psychologists provide psychotherapy; psychiatrists prescribe medication. Many families start with psychotherapy at Bhatta; we refer to psychiatry when medication may help.

We provide psychotherapy. Medication decisions belong with a qualified physician; we can discuss coordination when appropriate.

Yes. Many clients come for clarity, resilience, better relationships, or feeling like themselves again — not only during a breakdown.

Goal-oriented therapy focuses on skills and independence. Session frequency is reviewed together and reduced as you stabilize.

Yes, when scheduling allows. Format is confirmed at booking.