Mano Balam Mental Health, PLLC
Our Services
Individual Counseling
A space for individuals to process and heal. Therapist utilizes general talk therapy alongside mindfulness techniques, CBT techniques, and body awareness to guide clients on their healing journey.
Virtual and/or Walk-and-Talk Sessions available.
*Ask about Life Coaching!
Group Offerings
Coming soon!
Wellness Workshops
Coming soon!
Who I Support
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Teens (13+)
Creatives
Healers
People of the Global Majority
High Functioning Individuals
Children of Immigrants
Highly Sensitive People (HSP)
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Self-Love and Self-Esteem
Identity Exploration & Development
Body Awareness
Trauma Processing & Release
Healing from Codependency
Healing from Family of Origin challenges
Anxiety and Stress
Emotion Regulation
Advocacy & Autonomy
Decolonizing the Mind, Body, and Energy
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Gentle & Compassionate
Client-Centered
Mindfulness Based
Somatic & Holistic
Integration of Mind-Body-Energy
Social-Justice Oriented
FAQs
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Start by scheduling a free 15 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.
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I offer sessions via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform for teens and adults residing anywhere in Texas. I also offer "Walk-and-Talk" sessions for teens & adults residing in Austin, TX.
Walk and Talk sessions are sessions that take place in nature. -
I offer sessions on:
Mondays from 1pm-7pm
Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9:30am-12:30pm
I'm not restricted to the times listed above - if you're needing alternate availability, please let me know and I'm happy to try & accommodate.
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Individual Therapy:
Range from $130 to $175 for 53+ minute session.
-I welcome you to reflect on your finances and choose how much you're genuinely able to pay for therapy :)
**$25 add on for walk-and-talk sessions due to time and driving.
-If you’re needing an alternative cost for session, please let me know.
$255 for 80 minute session.
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In first sessions, I briefly go over practice policies and then ask individuals what brought them to therapy, what they want to heal & develop, and what they're needing from their therapist to feel safe.
Afterwards, you get to choose what you're needing/wanting to explore & process; I'm more than able to provide suggestions as well. -
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, just 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.
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Yes. I’m currently in network in Aetna and Cigna (through Alma). I also offer superbills for OON insurance reimbursement.
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 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.
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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
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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
Inclusive Therapists: https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/
Asian Mental Health Collective: https://www.asianmhc.org/lotus-therapy-fund/
Asian Mental Health Project: https://www.asianmentalhealthproject.com/findhelp
Therapy for Black Girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com/
South Asian Therapists: https://southasiantherapists.org/
Reproductive Justice Oriented Therapists:
https://www.prochoicetherapists.org/member-directory
Therapists & Group Practices
Leah Danze: https://leahdanzecounseling.com/
Purna Bajekal: https://www.purnabajekal.com/
DND Counseling:
https://www.dndcounseling.com/
Massage Therapists
Shannon Healy: https://earthlybodymassage.com/
Chiropractors
Nam Nguyen: https://iscili.janeapp.com/#/chiropractic
Acupuncture
South Austin Community Acupuncture:
https://acupunctureworldheadquarters.com/
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If you have any other questions, please reach out via the contact form, call, text, or email - I'm happy to help. :)
About Neha Mambapoor
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Founder of Mano Balam Mental Health, PLLC
Hi! I'm Neha, a 2nd Generation South Asian/Indian Womxn, a professional dancer, 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 and guide individuals on their unique healing journey and in integrating their whole selves. I don’t have one specific therapeutic modality I utilize during session but it’s usually a mix of talk therapy, body awareness, mindfulness, grounding techniques, and suggestions for post-session creativity/creating. I also recommend body & energy healers to further aid individuals in healing the whole self. I ultimately hope that the work we do helps individuals 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, create, be a lil water bb (ie swim), heal my inner child & shadow self, spend time with family & friends, learn whatever is intriguing me at the time, and explore. I also just started practicing Sangeetham (a form of Indian classical music) so now I’m in the process of figuring out if I want to practice martial arts and violin again too - we shall see. :)
Update as of 9/7/24: I shaved my head! So this profile pic doesn't accurately show who I am h
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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 healthy risks needed to align with their true purpose and selves.
Contact Neha
Interested in a free 15 minute consultation, scheduling an appointment, or have any non-therapy related inquiries? Fill out the contact form and I will be in touch shortly.