Facing Cognitive Dissonance: A Raw Email Exchange on Therapy
Hi Dr. Mehta,
I hope it’s okay to email you. I came across your profile while searching for a clinical psychologist in Delhi, and honestly, I don’t even know what to ask.
Lately, I feel like I’m two people. I tell my friends I’m fine but cry alone at night. I work hard but feel like a fraud. I smile at family dinners and then feel completely empty afterward.
I read something called “cognitive dissonance” and I think it describes me. Could you tell me what that really means? And… is it even something therapy can help with?
I’ve never done therapy before, but I’d like to talk to a therapist online—if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Aanya
Subject: Re: Inquiry About Online Therapy
From: Dr. Radhika Mehta radhikamehta@click2pro.com
To: Aanya S.
Date: September 13, 2025
Hi Aanya
Thank you for reaching out—and I want to start by saying: yes, what you’re feeling is something many people struggle with, and you’ve taken a meaningful first step.
What you’re describing does sound like cognitive dissonance—when your actions conflict with your beliefs or values, creating emotional discomfort. It often shows up in high-achievers, perfectionists, or people raised to please others at the cost of their own needs.
For example:
- You value rest, but overwork yourself to avoid guilt.
- You want honesty, but pretend to be okay for others’ comfort.
- You crave connection, but fear being “too much” when you’re vulnerable.
Therapy helps bridge this gap—not by “fixing” you, but by helping you realign your life with your values, step by step.
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You mentioned interest in talking to a therapist online. That’s absolutely possible. Platforms like Click2Pro were designed for exactly this—safe, accessible spaces for people who may not feel ready for in-person counseling.
If you’re open to it, we can begin with a short session to explore what areas you’d like support in. Since you’re based in Delhi, I can also refer you to a qualified clinical psychologist in Delhi if you’d prefer an offline or hybrid approach.
Let me know what you’re comfortable with, and we’ll move at your pace.
Warm regards,
Dr. Radhika Mehta
M.Phil Clinical Psychology
Registered Practitioner, RCI
Subject: Re: Re: Inquiry About Online Therapy
From: Aanya S.
To: Dr. Radhika Mehta
Date: September 14, 2024
Thank you so much.
I read the article you shared. I cried halfway through. Not because it was sad, but because it made me feel… seen.
Yes, I’d like to start. Online is best for me for now. I think I’ve been trying to hold everything together for so long, I didn’t realize I was holding myself hostage to old expectations.
Looking forward to the session.
Aanya
Closing Note
Sometimes, healing begins not with a diagnosis, but with a simple message that says, “I’m not okay.”
If you’re feeling torn between who you are and who you pretend to be, it’s time to stop surviving alone.
You can talk to a therapist online today, or get referred to a trusted clinical psychologist in Delhi near you.
Your truth deserves a witness. Your healing deserves a guide.
