About Us

Darpana Wellness was founded with the vision of providing comprehensive counseling services that support the emotional well-being of individuals. For students, we focus on helping them navigate the balance between academic demands and personal growth. For adults, we offer support in managing stress, life transitions, and deeper emotional challenges.

Our approach is structured yet empathetic. We take the time to carefully assess individual needs, identify root causes, and apply therapeutic techniques , and other tailored interventions to facilitate meaningful change.

In addition to individual counseling, we conduct specialized parenting sessions to foster better understanding and provide guidance on a range of issues. With student counseling, we emphasize follow-up sessions with parents to ensure continuity of care and ongoing support.

Whether it’s repressed emotions, developmental concerns, low self-esteem, academic pressure, or life stressors, our goal is to create a safe and supportive environment that promotes emotional healing, behavioral growth, and holistic development.

Nandini Shivakumar

  • Post Graduate in Counselling Psychology
  • Diploma holder in Counselling
  • A certified Life Coach
  • Registered member with Counsellor’s Council of India
  • 10 + years of experience in working with students.

Founder

Nandini Shivakumar, a seasoned and certified counselor, has expertise in offering counseling assistance to individuals of all ages who struggle with low self-esteem, transforming negative thought patterns, conquering learning challenges, development issues, and utilizing positive psychology techniques to guide her clients towards resolution of their issues. Her methodology entails attentively listening to students and comprehending their emotional well-being and familial dynamics.
Registered with the Counsellors Council of India, she is a Counseling Professional holding a Master’s Degree in Psychology. Being a Certified Life Coach, she specializes in helping clients approach life with a positive mindset. Through the utilization of Positive Psychology and the optimal utilization of the client’s strengths, she guides them towards a positive life, emphasizing the mantra

“Positive Mind, Positive Vibes, Positive Life”.

Why Us?

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Friendly & Professional Approach

At Darpana, we approach our clientele empathetically and understand their concerns.

 

Parenting Support

Parental counseling/coaching increases the knowledge of parents to enhance their parenting skills.

Building on the Strengths

We focus on building the strengths of the client. Our counselors identify and recognize the inherent capabilities

Regular Follow up

We suggest clients to diligently have follow ups to ensure that their concerns are effectively addressed.

Building a sense of Gratitude

We cultivate a feeling of appreciation within our clientele and motivate them to document a journal highlighting their acts of kindness or positive attributes.

Instilling Self-Compassion

We counsel our clients to foster self-compassion within them, resulting in improved mental well-being and the ability to effectively overcome challenges with increased emotional balance.

Long Term Support

For clients who require ongoing assistance, we provide long-term support through personalized solutions

Mindfulness

The techniques of deep breathing and meditation are actively taught and encouraged to our clients, as they have proven to be highly effective.

Meaning & Purpose

We counsel our clients on the meaning and purpose of life, the moments that bring you joy, your values, passions and the direction of your life.

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