In the first episode of The Therapy Room in 2026, Smitha sits down with Dr. Mahima Sahi, a therapist who works extensively with couples and individuals guiding them on relationships. In their conversation, they explore why love today feels harder, messier, and lonelier than ever before and what we can do about it.
Dr. Mahima takes a compassionate look at the struggles of today's relationships and walks through the difference between wanting and needing a partner, why situationships have become emotional limbo, and how control disguised as concern is the biggest red flag to watch for.
About The Therapy Room
The Therapy Room is a segment where our host Smitha Murthy talks to mental health professionals for insights on life's challenges, which range from managing everyday stressors to chronic anxiety. Tune in as we explore topics around mental health issues, emotional wellbeing, and techniques to help you heal.
We talk about
- The most common patterns Dr. Mahima sees in therapy within relationships
- What safety in a relationship actually means
- Why Gen Z shuts down during conflict despite being more mentally health-aware
- How to navigate dating today with consciousness rather than checklists
- Why we confuse chemistry and intensity for connection
- Attachment styles and how they act as an invisible GPS
- The one major red flag everyone should watch for
- What actually constitutes green flags
- Why modern loneliness has little to do with being single or coupled and how to overcome it
Dr. Mahima Sahi's bio
Dr. Mahima Sahi is a clinical psychologist who has clocked over 3,000 therapy hours and has vast experience as a clinician, researcher, and educator. She is also the program director at eMbrace where she leads initiatives focused on building quality care for neurodiverse populations and advancing evidence-based therapeutic practices. She helps individuals facing a wide spectrum of challenges, from emotional regulation and trauma to social anxiety, relationship dynamics, self-work and career transitions.
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Our partner
This episode is made possible thanks to support from eMbrace, a platform that provides evidence-based therapeutic services to those impacted by mental health and developmental disorders.
Credits
- Smitha Murthy, host and episode planner.
- Ravi Kumar, sound designer and editor.
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*Disclaimer – The content in this podcast is only for educational purposes. It cannot be considered as individual therapy advice or counseling.
