CEO, Founder, Clinical Director + Aesthetic Injector

Leela (she/her) is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and the founder of The Lounge. Her professional journey has taken her from the wondrous rural villages of Nepal to California, Colorado, and ultimately to Bend, Oregon. With a strong foundation in critical care nursing, Leela's approach with The Lounge is rooted in safety and evidence-based treatments.

Her diverse background is ultimately what inspired her to offer non-surgical care options, helping people feel more comfortable and at home in their bodies. Leela is dedicated to creating new pathways to care through the True You program, making gender-affirming care accessible to those who otherwise would not be able to afford it.

Leela brings a deep understanding of trauma to her approach, fostering a safe, affirming environment where every person feels seen and valued. She believes in compassionate communication and ensures that everyone she treats is met with humility, dignity, and respect.

When she’s not at The Lounge, you’ll find Leela wrangling her two young kiddos and sharing plenty of laughs with her spouse.

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