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**Namaste, my name is Ashwini Gupta.** I am a Therapist and Intuitive Life Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals in navigating life’s challenges and reconnecting with their deeper sense of purpose. My work integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Vedanta philosophy, mindfulness-based practices, and Shamanic healing traditions to help clients live more meaningful, aligned, and fulfilling lives. I am passionate about empowering individuals to reconnect with their true essence—the soul’s identity—and to move through life with clarity, resilience, and authenticity. My Approach Using ACT as my primary therapeutic framework, I provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we can explore challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. ACT combines mindfulness, acceptance, and behavior change strategies to cultivate psychological flexibility, helping you respond to life’s difficulties with awareness while staying aligned with your core values. I also integrate Vedanta, which encourages deep inquiry into the nature of the self and existence, alongside Shamanic practices that bring a spiritual and energetic dimension to healing. Through guided journeys, energy awareness, and intuitive exploration, this work supports emotional release, clarity, and transformation at a deeper level. What is ACT? ACT is a behavioral therapy focused on values-guided action. It invites reflection on essential questions: What do you stand for? What truly matters? What legacy do you wish to create? It helps you connect with your inner compass and take meaningful action, even in the presence of uncertainty. What is Vedanta? Vedanta is an ancient philosophy that teaches the oneness of existence and the inherent divinity of the soul. Healing, in this context, is a process of remembering your true nature beyond conditioning and limitation. *Note: Shamanic healing and Intuitive Life Coaching services are not covered by insurance panels.*
"Welcome to your first counseling session! I understand that beginning therapy can be both exciting and a little daunting. During our initial session, we'll focus on building a trusting and comfortable relationship. I'll ask you to share some background information, including the reasons for seeking counseling. You can also discuss your goals, concerns, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. This session is an opportunity for you to get to know me, ask questions, and discuss any worries or fears you may have. It's a safe and confidential space for us to start working together to help you navigate life's challenges. Remember, the first session is primarily about assessment and setting the foundation for future sessions. You are in control of what you choose to share, and we'll work at your pace. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you can express yourself and begin your journey towards positive change and personal growth."
Namaste, my name is Ashwini Gupta-Martinez and I am a licensed psychotherapist (MFT license # 41690) and certified as a Usui/HolyFire II Reiki Master Teacher and a 'Let Animals Lead' Reiki practitioner working with animals ( Horses mostly) who have undergone trauma in their lives. I also practice as a cross-species/animal intuitive and my primary mantle is to bridge communication between animal and human. I also use divination tools to help with a deeper connection to self and the Cosmos. I am an intuitive empath with strong clairvoyant and clairaudient gifts. I use my skills to help my clients access deep spiritual information to aid in healing and creating the kind of life that is free of suffering and resistance. This life is in alignment with having full and unlimited access to the bountiful gifts that the Universe has for us to share and enjoy.
Anxiety and Mood disorders, life transition issues, relationships, spirituality, stress related issues, working with couples, assisting spiritual seekers in connecting with their higher self, shamanic practices and healing.
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Spirituality
Depression
Fertility & Reproduction Issues
Men's Issues
Asian / Asian American
Buddhist
Hindu
Person of Color (POC)
Woman
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Arizona
Aetna
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
In addition to ACT, I also use philosophy and erudition from Vedanta, Peruvian Shamanism and wisdom from Eastern Esoteric Schools of Thought. My private practice modalities also include cross species communication, soul channeling and Akashic Records
Positive Psychology
With over two decades in the mental health arena, I have developed a refined understanding of what it takes to nurture the human spirit towards thriving both individually and within communities. **Philosophy and Specialties**: At the heart of my practice lies the conviction that anyone can enhance their life experience by boosting positive emotions, engaging wholeheartedly in life's offerings, and forging authentic connections. It is with this mindset that I provide counseling services, specializing in: - Reinforcing personal strengths - Amplification of positive emotions - Cultivating resilience and determination - Mindfulness practices for acceptance and presence - Discovering life's meaning and purpose - Constructing rewarding relationships - Strategic goal-setting for personal advancement **Methodology**: The cornerstone of our collaborative journey will include customized strategies that meld well-established methods like: - Positive cognitive-behavioral techniques for a constructive outlook - Appreciative Inquiry to facilitate change in individuals and groups - Mindfulness meditation promoting acute awareness - Brief, solution-focused therapy capitalizing on one's inherent capabilities - Specially devised positive psychotherapeutic exercises **Diverse Experience**: Throughout my expansive career, I have engaged with an assortment of client backgrounds, working in environments ranging from private practices to educational settings, and have even extended my services to healing endeavors involving both people and animals. **Commitment to Clients**: My pledge is to offer a warm, empathic environment free from judgment, conducive to being truly listened to and appreciated. As we uncover your distinctive strengths and nurture your emotional well-being, you will be equipped with the tools necessary for unlocking a deeply satisfying and purpose-driven existence. Let's embark on this transformative expedition together, steering you toward your envisioned life.
8 ratings with written reviews
March 15, 2026
A warm and reassuring first conversation with Ashwini!
March 1, 2026
Honest and to the point.
May 2, 2025
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