Psychologists / Counsellors 

Dr Shambhavi is a Counselling Psychologist with a Ph.D. in Psychology and an MBA in Human Resources, bringing together deep clinical expertise with a strong understanding of organisational and human systems.

With over 13 years of clinical practice, her work is trauma-informed and queer-affirmative, grounded in inclusivity, cultural sensitivity, and respect for each individual’s lived experience. She has worked with clients from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, supporting them through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges

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Therapeutic Approach

Her approach is integrative, experiential, and client-centred, drawing from a range of evidence-based and holistic modalities, including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT)

• Narrative Therapy

• Hypnotherapy

• Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

• Arts-Based Therapy

• Animal-Assisted Therapy

• Mindfulness-Based Interventions

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She is also an internationally certified Mindfulness Teacher, integrating awareness-based practices to support emotional regulation, self-understanding, and resilience.

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Rather than viewing therapy solely as treatment, she sees it as a process of healing, growth, and awakening—supporting clients not only in managing distress, but in expanding their overall sense of wellbeing.

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Professional Experience

Her clinical and community work spans multiple settings across India, including:

• Visiting Counsellor at Indian military bases

• School Counsellor at:

  • Essar’s Nand Vidya Niketan School (Jamnagar)

  • Sunshine Worldwide School (Goa)

  • Kendriya Vidyalaya (Guwahati)

• Counsellor at Matruchaya Orphanage (Goa)

• Hypnotherapist & EFT Practitioner at a wellness retreat centre in Goa

She has also supported cancer patients through NGO-based mental health services in Mumbai and Guwahati, reflecting her commitment to working with individuals facing complex emotional and medical challenges.

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Corporate & Community Impact

With prior corporate exposure, she brings a nuanced understanding of workplace dynamics and stress.

She has facilitated mental health and wellbeing workshops for organisations across India and internationally, covering areas such as:

• Mental health awareness

• Stress management

• Work-life balance

• Gender sensitivity

• Adolescent mental health

• Marital and relationship conflict

• Internet dependency and addiction (a key focus of her Ph.D. research)

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, she contributed to national efforts through the COVID Mental Health Awareness Campaign with the National Network of Depression Center India Foundation (NNDCIF).

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She currently serves as Vice President of the National Mental Health Council at Women's Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (WICCI), actively shaping conversations around mental health policy and advocacy.

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Philosophy of Care

She believes that mental health is not limited to the absence of illness, but is an evolving state of wellbeing that can be nurtured and expanded.

Her work focuses on helping clients:

• Move beyond survival into meaningful living

• Build emotional resilience and self-awareness

• Reconnect with identity, purpose, and inner strength

• Develop sustainable tools for long-term wellbeing

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A Little More About Her

Beyond her professional work, she values exploration, creativity, and embodiment.

She enjoys:

• Off-roading

• Pistol shooting

• Creating resin art under her brand Official Wolf Woman

These pursuits reflect her belief in living fully, authentically, and with courage—values she also brings into her therapeutic work.