About

Academic Excellence, Global Perspective

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Ph.D. in Psychology | University of Delhi (1997)
Pioneering research: "Reconstruction of Women's Attitudes Towards the Girl Child"

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M.A. in Psychology | Bangalore University (1981)
National Merit Scholar, 2nd Rank – Excellence recognized nationally

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B.A. Psychology, Sociology & Philosophy | Osmania University (1979)
Best Student in French (Rolling Cup) – A multilingual foundation for global understanding

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UGC-NET Qualified for Lectureship (1990)

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International Certifications:

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• Science of Wellbeing Certification – Yale University, USA

• Existential Well-Being Counseling – KU Leuven, Belgium

• Diplôme Supérieur d'Études Françaises – Alliance Française (1982)

• German Language Certification – Max Mueller Bhavan (1976)

 

Where Credentials Meet Heart

 

Professional Affiliations:

• Association of Clinical Psychologists (New Delhi)

• Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists (Bangalore)

• Delhi Psychiatric Society

• Indian Academy of Applied Psychology (Chennai)

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A Legacy of Innovation

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Founder, Realign Within (Present)

The evolution of healing—where psychology, neuroscience, and transformational coaching converge

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Founder-Director, Centre for Self-Awakening (2008-Present, Bangalore)

India's pioneering center for integrative psychotherapy and holistic growth

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Academic Leadership

• Associate Professor & Visiting Faculty at Xavier Institute of Management, Alliance Business Academy, JSS Institutions, and Banjara Academy

• Head of Student Solutions at Eduquity, Bangalore

• Shaping minds in classrooms and boardrooms alike

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Private Practice Pioneer

• Consultant Psychologist & Family Therapist (Since 1995)

• Among India's first online counselors (Since 2009) – When the world wasn't ready, we were already there

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Social Impact Leader

• Director, Vistara Foundation (1998-2002) – NGO dedicated to psychological and social empowerment

• UNICEF Research Consultant – Study on women in poverty alleviation programs

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Global Impact, Personal Touch

 

Corporate Excellence

Transforming leaders at India's most respected organizations

Fortune 500 & Industry Leaders: Tata Infotech, Dell, Titan, Apotex, MacMillan, Enercon, LM Glasfiber, KPTCL, Cross Domains

Core Specializations:

• Executive Stress Mastery

• Emotional Intelligence for Leadership

• Work-Life Integration (not balance—integration)

• Conscious Communication

• Spiritual Quotient Development

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Academic Influence

Inspiring the next generation of change-makers

Premier Institutions: Christ College, Alliance Business Academy, ICFAI, Jyoti Nivas College, JSS College, BVB Hubli, Banjara Academy

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Professional & Community Leadership

Bangalore Management Association, Women Doctors' Wing of IMA, NGOs across Karnataka

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Recent Keynotes (2024):

• "Enhancing Well-being Through Self-Understanding" – KLE Technological University

• "Embracing Emotional Wellness in a Dynamic World" – Women Doctors' Wing, Hubballi

• "Empowered Balance: Navigating Career and Life as a Woman Doctor" – IAP Bhavan, Hassan

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Thought Leadership & Publications

 

​Published Works

• "Mother & Girl Child: Reconstructing Attitudes" (Rawat Publications)

• "Narcissism and Relationships" (Upcoming – 2025)

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Expert Columns

PsyAdvice Magazine | BharatMatrimony.com
Bridging academic psychology with real-world wisdom

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Media Recognition

Deccan Chronicle | Bangalore Mirror | Prajavani
Trusted voice in mental health and personal transformation

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The Numbers Tell a Story

• 40,000+ hours of transformational work delivered

• 2,000+ clients across 6 continents

• 30+ years of dedicated practice

• 1 mission: Your breakthrough

But behind every number is a human story of courage, growth, and triumph.​​​