“When I started coaching with Damodar, I was holding on to a lot of blame and anger, both towards and myself and other people. I often felt overwhelmed with anxiety while interacting with people. And I was struggling with addiction on almost a daily basis.

But what’s amazing is that now it’s hard to even relate to that condition I was so absorbed in before. I’ve become more self-controlled, accepting of my situation, and confident in myself. I think the core of what helped me was the safe space Damodar provided to talk about sensitive matters, and the gentle grounding of the journaling exercises we did. This coaching process really helped me to understand my own feelings, and find the path forward to heal and grow from my experiences.

I've rekindled friendships, relationships, and experienced a new sense of grounding, focus, and creativity. I was able to build a strong morning practice of yoga, mantra meditation, and exercise, which has boosted my overall well-being in a big way. Journaling became a strong habit for me, even though I had tried before without much success. Overall, Damodar inspired me to be more honest and to pursue greater integrity in my life.

I feel like Damodar’s genuine care for others was the driving force behind my transformation. And I would recommend him to anyone who’s struggling with difficult emotions, addictions, or even anyone who wants to explore and more deeply understand their own life and feelings.” — Chris

“For many years I had an addiction. I felt so ashamed that I went out of my way to keep it a secret, even while seeking help. I’ve actually done coaching with Damodar for over five years now, and we’ve written down my whole life story together. I began to realize that my addiction makes perfect sense given my rough circumstances and sensitive nature. I also began to see my way out of it and actually reached over one year of complete sobriety. I’ve become more assertive and self-satisfied in my dealings with others. I’ve learned how to accept my feelings and take greater responsibility. The experience of having Damodar get to know me so personally, and still be warm and accepting, has been the opposite of shame. He’s a great guy.”

— Darrien

“When I first started coaching, I was imposing a value system on myself that didn’t actually reflect my innermost self and desires. I was really just absorbing the value systems of other people out of fear of rejection or conflict, while half-heartedly passing them off as my own. But Damodar helped me see parts of myself that I wasn’t allowing myself access to. With his kind and steady help, I began to discover my own voice - and a deep, genuine self-confidence.”

— Andy

“For years I had journaled on and off, always with the intention to make it a daily habit, but was never able to maintain the practice. Damodar’s habit tracker and stimulating journal prompts helped me rediscover my love for journaling and it’s been a consistent daily habit for me ever since.

I appreciated the insights Damodar offered, and especially the way in which he offered them. Rather than just telling me how to improve, he helped guide my introspections in a way that I was able to see the deeper causes of negative habits and understand why I developed them as coping strategies, as well as the valid need I was trying to meet, and how I could meet that need in healthier ways. In this way, he showed me how transforming habits is not as much a process of self-neglect and restraint, but rather self-care.

In working with Damodar, I was also able to see subtle connections between different tendencies in my life that were previously unnoticed. This was highly empowering and motivating to know that addressing and working on the root of one problem would enhance multiple aspects of my life; and my experience since then has confirmed this to be true. He is extremely insightful, relatable, non-judgmental, comforting, but also challenging when I need that. It's clear that Damodar is integral in practicing and living what he teaches.”

— D.K. New York

“I have been in an ongoing struggle with addiction and anger for a long time, as well as self-destructive thoughts about my personal image and identity. But through our conversations Damodar helped me to gain the insights I was hoping for. I got a better sense of what I can positively appreciate in myself. I saw how my past traumas can be triggered by events in my current life, and how that can be a catalyst to patterns of thinking and acting that I’d be better off to avoid.

I learned how to handle conflict in a way where I can be empathetic both to myself and the other person. I learned how to be kind to myself by celebrating my wins, and not looking at every “loss” as evidence that I’m a failure. I have more insight now about my heroes and role models in life, and how they had paved the way of my morals and ethics that have been buried in my heart since my young adulthood.

I appreciated Damodar’s kindness, his attention to detail in our conversations, and the sincerity in his responses. He’s a very good listener, very thoughtful, and he asks honest and thought-provoking questions. I felt like he could really empathize with me in a way that I had been needing, and it really made me feel comfortable to open up about sensitive matters.”

— Tony Doggett

Therapy Needs Its Soul Back

For thousands of years, psychology and philosophy worked hand in hand. People couldn’t imagine trying to comprehend the human mind without first considering our unique role in the universe as free-thinking beings. In modern times, however, therapists are required to separate the two, stripping the healing process of its deeper existential meaning.

The standard therapist’s manual, the DSM-5, for example, only identifies something as a problem if it causes distress or impairs daily functioning. These are important areas to address, but why is there is no concern for personal values or integrity? These things are exactly what makes us human beings rather than animals.

Until recently, problems were defined not just by what disrupted practical living but by what obstructed meaningful living. While we now focus on anxiety and depression as issues, our ancestors also named lust, laziness, and cowardice as flaws to overcome. What if overlooking these character flaws is the actual reason we’re anxious and depressed in the first place? Even though many therapists intuitively understand this, standardized rules and regulations keep them from saying anything.

As a former monk, I’ve spent years of my life studying ancient wisdom texts From India and Greece, and applying them to modern life. I believe that clear values and integrity are the foundation for mental health. For this reason, I reunite psychology and philosophy in the tradition way, blending timeless wisdom with practical tools to help you navigate a confusing world. The truth is, in a society that bombards us with endless cheap distractions, this is exactly what you need—a clear value system that is inspired by great individuals of the past.

I’m inviting you to a new way of seeing the world—one that challenges you to grow into a person who truly stands for something, and is not afraid of judgement or discomfort while accomplishing your mission. If you accept this offer, then you’re destined for greatness and a sense of accomplishment that comes from strength and meaningful progress.

Coaching isn’t about finding a best friend—it’s about getting real results. Even if we don’t ‘click’ instantly, I still use practical tools and a clear framework that have helped others in your situation. What matters most is that you feel challenged and supported in the right ways.

But to ensure that we’re a great fit, I welcome you to join my Mentorship Community on WhatsApp. It’s a space where you can observe my coaching style, how interact with others, and see if we align before making a commitment.