Spiral Up Therapy
Asian and South Asian Therapists
Therapy for Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs
Starting a company is an act of courage. Unlike being an employee, founders and entrepreneurs are building something deeply personal — a vision that reflects who they are. This pursuit can be a deep source of purpose, but it often comes with immense pressure, stress, and a sense that your identity and self-worth are tied to your business.
As a therapist for startup founders and entrepreneurs across the US including Silicon Valley, other areas of California, New Jersey, Idaho and South Carolina - I have worked with high achievers across industries — people who have spent their lives excelling and striving to make an impact. Living and working in such a competitive environment can make it feel like you have to constantly keep up, survive, and push harder, no matter the cost.
This pressure often shows up as::
Constant comparison with peers and competitors
Heightened anxiety and difficulty unwinding
Guilt for spending time on anything outside of work
Trouble setting boundaries between work and personal life
A cycle of resilience and grit, followed by feelings of hopelessness when metrics aren’t met
In my work as an entrepreneur therapist, I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients acknowledge the natural ups and downs that come with building a business, while clarifying their values as a founder and as a person. Together, we work on:
How Therapy Can Help Founders and High Achievers
Identifying what’s within your control and what isn’t
Learning to stay grounded amidst external pressure and expectations
Setting goals aligned with your values, not just external metrics
Exploring how your personal life and professional vision support each other
Creating space to imagine a fulfilling long-term life beyond the company
At Spiral Up Therapy, we specialize in working with founders, entrepreneurs, and high achievers who want to create meaningful impact without losing themselves in the process. If you’re a founder or entrepreneur seeking support, entrepreneur counseling can give you the tools, clarity, and perspective to grow your business while also nurturing your well-being.
Through therapy for founders and entrepreneurs, you can begin to see that prioritizing yourself isn’t wasted time — it’s what sustains your creativity, leadership, and resilience. When your personal and professional lives are integrated rather than competing, both become stronger.
Meet the Team
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Manali Deolalkar
Licensed Therapist
Individual Therapy - 210$/session
Couples Therapy - 230$/session
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Melanie Lei
Associate Therapist
Individual Therapy - 175$/session
Couples Therapy - 225$/session
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Meghna Das
Associate Therapist
Individual Therapy - 150$/session
Couples Therapy - 175$/session
