Inner Refuge Counseling & Consultation
400 Farm Lane
Suite #A
Doylestown PA 18901
Contact: 267-652-0467
drdevdas@inner-refuge-counseling.page
Dr. Lavanya Devdas
A Community Lens: Public Speaking & Consultation
I am passionate about group and community spaces. Sometimes, the environment and you may not share a supportive relationship and this can show up in the way you feel about yourself and others, shared work spaces, interactions, and decision making. This is why talking in shared spaces is important to me to do my bit. I was a panel speaker on mental health and religious diversity, and considering the contexts when working with immigrant and refugee populations from a feminist lens. Other topics of presentation include but not limited to:
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International students' challenges and opportunities in the U.S. educational system
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Stress management and mindfulness
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Perceived discrimination by international students.
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Inter-generational family conflict among immigrant and refugee families
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Cultural values conflict among South Asian men in the U.S.
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Coping among communities of color amidst systemic stressors
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Community consultation and intervention specialist at Cornell University (2018-2019): Consultations on working with challenging mental health concerns among students to faculty and staff on campus.
Integrating my Philosophy into Consultation & Therapy
Engaging in personal growth and challenges can feel daunting. I create a compassionate, warm space and strive for a collaborative therapeutic relationship through which I examine contradictory thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and values that create a dissonance. Whether it is your profession, your relationships, or anything else that is important to you, I can help you develop the skills to effectively deal with the challenges you may encounter in life. Currently, the environment can feel chaotic and unsettling and this can translate into relational and work spaces. I offer interactive presentations on communication, stress management and mindfulness skills, with the hope and intention of encouraging a co-creation of space to foster a sense of belonging.
My Journey towards being a Therapist
I am a licensed psychologist (PA) who navigates two cultures (U.S. based Western culture and the Asian Indian culture), and focuses on individual and group therapy on stress management, anxiety, depression, relational concerns and transitions in life. Simultaneously, my background in social work helps me adopt a systems lens when working with different cultures, families and international students (Age: 18 years and above), to assist with transitional and cultural adjustment, acculturative stress. Among families, often individuals who are first and second generation experience inter-generational family conflict, and navigate two or more cultures and sets of expectations. Through the therapeutic relationship, and a warm compassionate space, I assist people through self-exploration, values that make up their identity/identities, and specific, concrete strategies while considering the context/culture in which they live. I take great pride in the progress and success of my clients, and look forward to helping you. Get in touch to learn more.
Other ways I provide service: Tele-health Therapy
Sometimes, it can be hard to travel because of health, personal, or other reasons. I am a licensed psychologist in PA and can offer video counseling using a HIPAA-compliant platform that can be accessed on your computer or smart phone.
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Asking questions is very important. Below you will find a compilation of the most common questions I have been asked about the services I provide. If you still have questions after reading through the FAQs, please give me a call (267-652-0467) or send me an email (drdevdas@inner-refuge-counseling.page) and I will get back to you as soon as I can. Please note that I do not provide emergency services, so if you are experiencing a crisis or emergency please dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency.
Fees, Insurance and Appointments
What are your fees?
What is consultation?
Can I book an intake session?
What are your fees for group therapy?
There is a $20-30 fee per group therapy session. Number of sessions depends on the type of group.
Payment methods: Cash, check, visa, master card only.
Do you take insurance?
Cancellation policy
I do not accept insurance plans. However, I will provide a receipt once a month that clients can submit to their insurance company.
Clients are expected to notify me at least 24 hours in advance in case of he/she/they are not able to make it to the appointment or need to cancel. Clients who do not show up for their appointment and have not notified me at least 24 hours in advance will be required to pay the full cost of the scheduled session.
Initial evaluation and intake session (One hour and 30 minutes): $150
Individual therapy session (50 minutes): $130
Couples therapy: $140
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Payment methods: Cash, check, visa, master card only.
Yes, you can book an intake session by filling out the schedule a session below, or contacting me at 267-652-0467 or drdevdas@inner-refuge-counseling.page
Consultation is a one-one-one or group session that is brief, and offers a solution focused approach to a concern/concerns you may be experiencing in the present.
Consultation session (45-50 minutes): $150
Payment methods: Cash, check, visa, master card only.
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MINDFULNESS GROUP FOR ADULTS: FINDING & CONNECTING WITH OUR INNER REFUGE
I am starting a new four session group that is focused on connecting with the inner refuge inherent in all of us as we navigate everyday life especially during times of stress. Our environment also shapes the inner and outer narratives of how we think, and talk to each other and ourselves.
So, I invite you to this group to explore a foundation on grounding and finding support within! This group is for you to experience the guiding exercises and understand the nature of your inner refuge.