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One-to-one listening

Feeling stressed?
You deserve space to be heard.

You don't need to have it all figured out. Talk it through with someone who truly listens, without judgement, and walk away feeling lighter and clearer.

  1. 1Pick a time
  2. 2Get your Meet link
  3. 3Talk, then pay
Book a session ↗ See how it works
New client offerFirst session just US$19 · No upfront payment

Phalguni has held 140+ sessions on stress, loneliness, relationships and feeling stuck.

Listening, not therapy. See how we're different

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A calm hour, just for youOne-to-one with Phalguni on Google Meet
Phalguni listens toStress & overwhelm
What are you feeling right now?

Whatever feels heavy, you can talk about it here

Pick the one closest to yours. There's no wrong answer, and you don't need a crisis or a diagnosis to book.

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How it works

From "I need to talk" to talking, in three steps

Pick a time on Calendly, get your Google Meet link by email, and talk with Phalguni. That's all there is to it.

Book a session ↗
  1. A woman writing in a notebook at a sunny desk with a cup of tea
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    Takes about 2 minutes

    Tell us what's on your mind

    Share a little about what's been weighing on you, in your own words. There's no right way to start, and nothing you need to prepare.

    • Optional: choose a topic
    • Add when you're usually free
  2. A laptop showing a calendar to choose a date and time
    2
    No upfront payment

    Pick a time and confirm

    Choose a slot that suits you and confirm your booking. Your session time and Google Meet link arrive by email.

    • Pay after your session
    • First session just US$19
  3. A woman on a video call with a smiling listener on her laptop
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    60 minutes · Google Meet

    Talk for an hour, leave lighter

    A private one-to-one call with Phalguni, in English. Camera on or off. Share as much or as little as you want.

    • Honest input when you ask for it
    • Book again with the same person
All you need: a phone or laptop and a quiet hour No: forms, referrals, diagnosis or long-term plans
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Why it matters

One steady listener, not a random stranger

Most people who book aren't at breaking point. They're tired, uncertain, or quietly carrying something alone. Here you talk one-to-one with Phalguni, and come back to the same person whenever you need to.

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    The same person every timeNo retelling your story to someone new.
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    One-to-one on a private video callNo group, no posts, no audience on your story.
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    For everyday weight, before it builds upNot only for when things feel unbearable.
Does any of this sound familiar?

Some thoughts are hard to say out loud.

Maybe it's a message you're waiting for, an argument you keep having, or feeling distant from someone you love. You can start with what's on your mind.

Meet your listener

The person on the other side of the call

Phalguni smiling on a hillside at sunsetTaking bookings

Phalguni

Chief Turtle Officer · 140+ sessions

Focus areas: relationships, everyday stress, loneliness, feeling stuck, career uncertainty and life changes.

"I'll stay with what you're saying. I won't rush you toward a fix."
  • Sessions60 min · Google Meet · English
  • PriceUS$40 per session · first session US$19
  • StyleListens first, shares honest input
Book with Phalguni ↗Listening vs therapy

What this is, and what it isn't

Listening Turtle offers non-clinical emotional support. Phalguni is a trained listener, not a clinical psychologist.

  • We don't provide therapy, diagnosis, medication or crisis care.
  • If you need more than listening, she'll point you to a qualified professional.
  • Privacy and boundaries are explained at the start of every session.
FAQ

Questions people ask before booking

01What is a listening session?

A private, one-to-one conversation with someone trained to hear you out. They help you untangle what's on your mind, ask the questions that bring clarity, and share honest input and practical next steps so you can move forward. No diagnosis, no labels, no lectures.

02I want to talk to someone, but I don't want therapy. Is this for me?

Yes. Listening sits between venting to a friend and starting clinical care. Wanting to be heard by someone outside your circle is reason enough to book.

03What can I talk about?

Relationships, breakups or marriage, loneliness, career uncertainty, everyday stress, confidence, big life changes, or just feeling stuck. If it's on your mind, it counts.

04How much does it cost and how do I pay?

Your first session is US$19, then US$40 per 60-minute session. There's no upfront payment: you pay after your session.

05Can I talk to the same person every time?

Yes. Yes. Right now every session is with Phalguni, so you never have to retell your story to someone new.

06What if I need to cancel or reschedule?

Reschedule or cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your session. Within 24 hours, the session may be charged.

07Is what I say kept private?

Your conversation stays between you and your listener. Sessions aren't recorded. Your listener explains the limits of confidentiality at the start, including when they'd have to refer you on for your safety.

08What if I'm in crisis right now?

Listening Turtle isn't a crisis service. If you feel unsafe or might harm yourself, contact your local emergency number or a crisis line in your country right away.

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Ready to be heard? Book your session

Pick a time that works for you and book instantly. Your confirmation and Google Meet link arrive by email. What you share stays between you and Phalguni.

New client offer

Your first session is just US$19

  1. Pick a time that suits you on Calendly
  2. Get your confirmation and Google Meet link by email
  3. Talk with Phalguni. Pay after your session
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