My Approach

My work is grounded in an integral perspective, which means we do not isolate one aspect of a situation from the rest. Decisions, relationships, internal responses, and context are often interconnected, and we work with them together rather than in isolation.

Integral coaching, as I practice it, is a developmental approach that focuses on both the deepening of skills and qualities as well as practical outcomes. It recognizes that development is not only about acquiring new skills or following a blueprint toward a goal, but also about examining the beliefs, values, and assumptions that shape how we respond to situations over time.

Rather than moving quickly toward solutions, we focus on understanding what is actually happening in the situation you are navigating—especially when it isn’t immediately clear. This often requires staying with complexity long enough for more accurate insight to emerge, rather than relying on immediate answers.

My work draws from multiple disciplines—including psychology, philosophy, cognitive science, and contemplative traditions—not as a fixed method, but as ways of engaging more fully with what is unfolding. The intention is to support a way of working that builds your capacity to engage with situations more thoughtfully, rather than reactively.

In leadership contexts, this often takes the form of working with self-leadership, relational dynamics, and how decisions are shaped in practice. This may include navigating internal responses, working through competing perspectives, or developing the capacity to engage in conversations that require trust, clarity, and thoughtful dialogue. The aim is not to lead in isolation, but to create conditions where others feel engaged, valued, and able to contribute to shared outcomes.

In some cases, this work may also include engaging with less visible forms of insight—such as patterns, intuition, or dreams. This is not something I bring into every engagement, but for those who are interested, it can be a particularly potent way of accessing perspectives that may not emerge through thinking alone. When we do work with dreams, the emphasis is not on fixed interpretation, but on exploring meanings that are unique to the individual and the situation they are in.

Each engagement is shaped around the situation you are working through, rather than following a predefined model. The aim is not simply to arrive at an answer, but to arrive at one that is grounded, considered, and aligned with the broader context in which it sits.

The Bo-Tree Process

This work is not structured as a predefined program, but shaped around what you are navigating. It may involve ongoing engagement over time or more focused work around a particular situation. The emphasis is on developing a clearer understanding of what is unfolding and expanding the capacity to respond to challenges, rather than moving quickly toward solutions.

What distinguishes this work is the way it brings together multiple ways of engaging with a situation—structured thinking, reflection, relational dynamics, and, where relevant, less visible forms of insight such as intuition or dreams.

The name draws from the symbolism of the Bo-Tree, or Bodhi Tree, traditionally understood as a place of reflection and insight—a space where understanding emerges as a result of inquiry, reflection, engagement, and practice. In this sense, the process is not about arriving at quick answers, but about creating the conditions for something more accurate to take shape through a deeper engagement.

The process is shaped around the individual and the situation, rather than following a fixed structure.

Raashi Bhatia

Raashi works with how people think through situations, and not just the decisions they are trying to make. Her work attends to both the visible and less visible dimensions of a situation, including how individuals interpret, respond to, and engage with what is unfolding.

Her background spans leadership, coaching, and interdisciplinary study, allowing her to work across contexts—from individual decision-making to group dynamics and organizational conversations. This enables her to engage with both the practical and underlying dimensions of a situation, rather than treating them separately.

Raashi is an ICF-credentialed coach, consultant, and facilitator with over 500 hours of experience, and is currently a Ph.D. candidate in Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. She has worked with individuals, leadership teams, and mission-driven organizations in a range of contexts.

Originally from India and based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she works with clients globally.

Education & Professional Trainings

  • B.A., Lady Shriram College for Women, Delhi University
  • M.A., Georgetown University
  • Certified Integral Coach, New Ventures West
  • Certified Dreamwork Professional, Institute for Dream Studies
  • Facilitator, Coaching Circles
  • Certified Peer Counsellor, Empower Work
  • Initiated in the Second Degree of Reiki, Usui System of Natural Healing
  • Somatic Stress Release Training, Level 1 & 2
  • Currently pursuing a Ph.D in Psychology with a focus on Integral Transpersonal Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies.

Credentials

Professional Certified Coach issued by the International Coaching Federation

'Animal Surrounding Bana' by Mithelesh Shayam. Picture credits: tribalartsindia.com. Gond artwork is practiced by the Gond tribe who are predominantly from Central and Eastern India. Gond paintings often depict elements of nature, often local sacred trees that represent the tree of life. The Bana, a three stringed musical instrument is considered sacred and played to pass on oral traditions. These elements in this painting evoke a deep sense of connection to my practice at The Bo-Tree. The painting visually captures my offering at The Bo-Tree- a refuge under the Wisdom Tree. A space for all beings to explore, express and discover as they connect with the rhythm and the music of life. The painting graces my office and reminds me of these qualities as I immerse in its beauty everyday.

The Bo-Tree

Bo- Tree or the Bodhi Tree is a sacred fig tree found in South Asia. Also known as the ‘World Tree’ or ‘Wisdom Tree’, it is a sacred symbol in Hindu and Buddhist traditions. It is said that the Buddha attained enlightenment under this very tree in Bodh Gaya, India.

Often depicted with intricate leaf patterns with its image reflected in the water, the Bo-Tree symbolizes self-knowledge, growth, potential, balance, and wisdom. The Bo-Tree is a place of refuge- a place to reflect and access wisdom. It is this essence of the Bo-Tree that I offer in my coaching and dreamwork practice.

The Bo-Tree Symbols

As I build out my practice, I wanted to have an image that can capture the essence of my practice. After much reflection and a short yet stimulating creative process, I came up with a logo for my practice. The Bo-Tree logo comprises three elements: The Bodhi Tree, the Diya, and the Spiral Symbol. The majestic Bodhi Tree represents a refuge for self-exploration and self-knowledge. It offers a safe space to reflect, inquire and develop. It also invites us to embody its qualities- to branch off and explore yet stay rooted in the ground, expressing a vital balance. It also invites us to reflect on our own beauty and the beauty that surrounds us. It symbolizes the wisdom that lies in us and in nature.

The Diya is a traditional lamp made out of clay in India. often used in places of worship and during festivals, the Diya symbolizes the light. It illuminates the process of moving from darkness to light-from ignorance to awareness. At The Bo-Tree, it also represents the light in each of us.

The Spiral Symbol, in many cultures and beliefs, represents creation and life as well as continuity. In my practice, it also represents development, knowledge, and awareness. The Spiral Symbol also invites us to trace our path from inward to outward.

These three elements capture the essence of my practice at The Bo-Tree: a safe refuge to discover your light and trace your path inward.