Mano Balam Mental Health, PLLC

Mano Balam means “Inner Strength”

Services

Individual Counseling

A space for individuals to process and heal. Therapist utilizes general talk therapy alongside mindfulness techniques and CBT techniques to guide clients on their healing journey.

Virtual Sessions available.

*Ask about Individual Coaching!

Parent Coaching

Available to South Asian parents who want to better their relationships with their 2nd Gen kiddos.

Other

Available for:
-Collaborations of any kind

-Speaking Engagements

-Wellness Workshops

-Mentoring

-Expert Matter Witness

    • Creatives

    • Children of Immigrants/2nd Gen

    • Students (of all ages)

    • Teens (13+)

  • I support Clients who are navigating:

    -Anxiety

    -Stress

    -Complex Trauma

    -Mental Blocks/Feeling Stuck

    -Life Transitions

    -Sense of Self

    -Decolonization of mind, body, and energy.

    • Gentle & Compassionate

    • Collaborative

    • Mindfulness Based

    • Somatic & Holistic

    • Integration of Mind-Body-Energy

    • Social-Justice Oriented

Who I Support

FAQs

  • Start by scheduling a free 30 minute consultation first to see if we'd be a good fit! The consult is a space to ask questions and address any concerns you may have.
    If we recognize we're a good fit, information needed to schedule an appointment will be provided. :)

  • Sessions are typically 53-55 minutes!

    I recommend scheduling weekly or every other week at the beginning so we can build a therapeutic relationship. However, you're always in control of when you want to schedule.

  • I offer sessions via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform for individuals residing anywhere in Texas.

  • Due to travel, I offer sessions on:

    • Sundays through Wednesdays: 8PM-11PM CST (with 10PM being last available slot)

    • Mondays through Wednesdays: 6:30AM-9:30AM CST (with 8:30AM being last available slot)

  • Individual Therapy:

    Tier 1: $160-$180

    Tier 2: $130-$150

    Tier 3: $100-$120

    I welcome you to reflect on your financial privilege and choose how much you're genuinely able to pay for therapy :)

    $270 for 80 minute session.

    **Superbills available for insurance reimbursement.

    Additionally, I do not take insurance.

    Here is a good article on the pros and cons of using insurance:
    https://mentalhealthmatch.com/articles/therapy/pros-and-cons-of-using-insurance-to-pay-for-therapy

    *I also encourage you to be careful when going through tech companies because a lot of them try to steal and sell your Personal Health Information (PHI).

    Examples of such companies include: Alma, Headway, BetterHelp, etc

  • I encourage clients to cancel appointments 24 hours in advance. However, I understand that life happens and we aren't given a notice; in these cases, let me know what you're experiencing and we can go from there.

    There are situations in which I charge for no-shows & late cancellations; I will let you know during consultations and/or first sessions when these apply.

  • I do not provide crisis counseling services.  If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, you can call Integral Care’s 24/7 crisis line at 512-472-4357 or the national crisis lifeline at 9-8-8.

  • In compliance with the No Surprises Act that went into effect January 1, 2022, I am required to notify all healthcare consumers of your Federal rights and protections against “surprise billing”. Please message me for more information about the Good Faith Estimate (GFE) and/or if you want to request one.

    No Surprises Act: https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises

  • I understand that I'm not a good fit for everyone and I hope you get the support you need!

    Directories to Find BIPOC and/or Social-Justice Oriented Therapists

    *Notice about Psychology Today: there are many talks within therapist circles that this directory has been racist towards people of color and has participated in some shady behaviors with subscribers.

    **Headway, Thriveworks, BetterHelp, and other sites like this may seem helpful but there are sus behaviors within these companies as well. Please be careful in your search for a therapist.

    Therapists & Group Practices

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    Chiropractors

    Acupuncture

  • If you have any other questions, please reach out via the contact form! I’m happy to help.

About Neha Mambapoor

  • Founder of Mano Balam Mental Health, PLLC
    Hi! I'm Neha, a 2nd Generation South Asian/Indian Womxn, a creative, and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. I earned my Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Houston - Main Campus in May 2020 and have been providing therapy since August 2019. I have experience working in private practice settings and in supporting a diverse population of individuals as they navigate different challenges. 

    My intention as a healer is to support client’s on their unique healing journey and in integrating their whole selves. I ultimately hope that the work we do together helps individuals come back to their bodies & trust themselves and others either again or for the first time - it’s hard out there without community and healthy relationships. 

    When I’m not providing therapy, I like to dance, read, practice Sangeetham (a form of Indian Classical Music), create, be a lil water bb (ie swim), spend time with family & friends, learn whatever is intriguing me at the time, and explore.

    License #84746

  • Mano Balam (pronounced 'Ma-no Ba-lum') means 'Inner Strength' in Telugu (a language native to Southeastern India). The name of my private practice came to my Mom in a dream in October 2023 and the private practice came to fruition in May 2024. I originally didn't anticipate starting my own practice till I entered my 40s/50s but a negative experience from my previous work place pushed me to take the leap.

    I hope that individuals who come across my page and/or choose to work with me are able to discover their inner strength and take the actions needed to align with their evolving selves.

Contact Neha

Interested in a free 30 minute consultation or have any non-therapy related inquiries? Fill out the contact form and I will be in touch shortly.