Integrative Children and Young People (CYP) Counsellor | Counselling Psychologist
Yashodhara Kundra is a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Therapist for Children and Young People (CYP), registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and British Psychological Society (BPS). With over four years of experience working in schools, community settings, and online, she specialises in supporting adolescents and young adults through an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach.
She completed her undergraduate education at Beloit College in the US with a double major in Psychology and Creative Writing and then went on to complete her Master’s of Science at Birmingham City University in Counselling (Children and Young People). She is also a qualified Guidance Counsellor in India, certified by Ummeed Counselling and Consulting Services. Additionally, she is trained in Narrative therapy and Trauma-Informed practice.
Having pursued her education across India, the United States, and the United Kingdom, Yashodhara developed a keen awareness of the diverse cultural narratives surrounding child and adolescent mental health.
Yashodhara’s association with Ummeed Counselling and Consulting Services began in 2019 as a Research Intern, where she worked on the qualitative research project “Effect of Explanatory Styles on Anxiety and Depression in Individuals” under the guidance of a clinical psychologist. During this time, she actively participated in case discussions, counselling sessions, and skill-mapping exercises to deepen her understanding of strength-based, multi-therapeutic counselling approaches. She also conducted aptitude and career assessments for freshmen at Bhawanipur Gujrati Education Society College, gaining hands-on experience in psychoeducational interventions.
In 2021, she completed Ummeed’s Certificate Course in Micro Skills of Counselling and Therapy (Grade A++), a 100-hour experiential training program focused on guidance counselling for children and young people. The course provided specialized training in CBT, Play Therapy, and interventions for neurodivergence and learning disabilities, further strengthening her integrative therapeutic skills.
Consultant
Clinical Psychologist, Founder Director of Julian Day New Mission, an Inclusive school, Kolkata.
Dr. Anindita Chatterjee is a Clinical Psychologist, working in various capacities for the last 22 years. For the past ten years, she has also been a Consultant Psychologist at the Apollo Gleneagles Hospital, Kolkata. She is also the coordinator of Child Guidance Clinic in Peerless Hospital and B.K Roy Institute, Kolkata. She was a Postdoctoral Scholar at the Roehampton University, London and Fontys University, Netherlands.
She holds a B.A. in Psychology, an M.A. in Applied Psychology, and has studied autism as part of her Ph.D. at Kolkata University. Prior to her current position, she has been a Consultant Psychologist at the Spastic Children Association of Selangor & Federal Territory, Malaysia and a Counsellor at the Lady Irwin College, Department of Special Assistance, India, among other roles. She has vast experience in teaching and research in the field of learning disabilities. She has undergone professional training on PECS Picture Exchange Communication System) to overcome communication difficulties at Milton Keynes, London and Audiblox (developmental program to overcome learning disability) in Singapore.
Special Educator
Mrs. Saswati Roy, a Special Educator, specialized in teaching children with special needs. She teaches at Sushila Birla Girls’ School, Kolkata for the past twelve years, previously worked in Asha Eastern Command Special School, Fort William, Kolkata and is now associated with Ummeed Counselling Centre as a Special Educator Consultant. Passed Nursery Teachers Training Programme from Bharitia Shiksha Parishad (Lucknow). Passed B.ED in Special Education with Specialisation in Mental Retardation from National Institute of Mental Health (RCI).
She has received the Pearson Teaching Award in 2013 for Outstanding Contribution to Special Learners and was awarded by the British Council for Global Teacher Accreditation Research Project in 2014.
Working as a Clinical Psycologist at a school for under-priviledged children has been a most rewarding experience. I have worked with both adults and children of varying ages and cultural backgrounds, presenting with a diverse range of complaints and conditions.
This includes working with children who were displaying behavioural difficulties. My recent work with the school and other hospitals has included interventions such as counselling, behaviour modification, cognitive behaviour therapy and hypnotherapy.
I hope to continue learning through experience and observartion. I aim to not only bring further insight and clarity to the field of Psycology, but also change misconstrued perceptions about this field
Professional Experience
Educational Qualifications
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Additional Information
I held the post of President of the Psychology Society at College level. During my term, I was instrumental in initiating and organizing "Kalakruti", a social event for differently abled children.
I have experience with tutoring students at the school and college level, including underprivileged students at various Non Governmental Organizations. In my free time, I like to read, listen to some music or head out for a game of golf.
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Associate Counsellor
Veena Poddar is a retired professor from Loreto College where she taught in the Department of Education for 23 years. She also has 7 years experience in teaching in schools like Loreto House & La Martiniere for Girls. She is a Master’s in Education and a Ph.D. in the psycho-social field. She has done a course in Basic Counselling Skills from Ummeed Counselling & Consultancy Services & has also enrolled for a P.G. Diploma Course in Guidance & Counselling from Annamalai University. She is a trainee counsellor at Ummeed & is going to Lions Greater Calcutta Vidya Mandir for conselling students as a representative of Ummeed.
Associate Counsellor
Purnima Sahai is a Senior Counselling Psychologist with over 18 years of exceptional experience. She is an Executive Committee member of the IACBT (Indian Association for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy). She has been associated with Dr.Sanjay Chugh’s Psychiatric Clinic for over 15 years. She now runs her own Counseling Center in Panchsheel Enclave, New Delhi called AnamCara. She has extensive experience of working with psychological issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and addictions. She has conducted trainings of professionals including psychologists on issues such as anger management, stress management, team building, enhancing communication, suicide prevention, and increasing personal effectiveness.
Associate Counsellor
She is a dynamic and data-driven school counselor with demonstrated ability to work effectively with children individually and in groups. She completed her Post graduation, Master of Science in Counseling, School Counseling Fellows Program from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA. Currently working as a counsellor at Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS).
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Associate Counsellor
Consultant
Working as an English teacher, at the High School level at St Joseph’s Convent School, Rourkela, since 2000.
Academic background:
Strongly believes that a non judgemental, rational and empathetic understanding of basic human nature, individual disposition and circumstances will make this world a better place to live in.
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I am a M.Phil (Econ). B.Ed. I was a senior school Co-ordinator with over 23 years of administrative experience and teaching Economics to students from Classes IX through XII in Sushila Birla Girls’ School, Kolkata.
I am a seasoned and experienced professional with significant experience in leading the provision of highest quality of educational services in the school. I have been involved in the provision of workshops and training modules to teachers in Kolkata and other parts of Eastern India.
I have sought to constantly update my skills and seek professional improvement through trainings and fellowships including the Basic Counselling Skills at Ummeed.
I have got the Teaching Achievement & Excellence Award Fellowship 2008 administered by US Department of State and implemented by Fulbright Commission.
At present I am working as Assistant Professor in the MBA Department of Institute of Engineering and Management, Kolkata.
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Suneeta Virmani is an accomplished educator with demonstrated abilities to teach, motivate, and direct individuals. With over 32 years of teaching experience.
She provides counseling for children, adolescents and adults by conducting life skill classes, group therapy and various other workshops to empower them.
She is a self motivated individual who is also a social worker and entrepreneur.
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Counsellor
Counsellor
Completed M.A. Applied Psychology with specialization in Clinical Psychology from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai in May, 2016
Counsellor
Anju Chirimar is a Post Graduate from Calcutta University. She has completed Certificate Course in Basic Counselling as well as Certificate course in Advanced Counselling. She has been practicing one to one counseling for the last 12 years. Ms. Chirimar has a diverse work experience – she has immense experience in dealing with Marital issues, Child Behaviour, Family Therapy, dealing with trauma and rehabilitation of sex workers and Addicts. She has been associated as a counsellor with institutions like JD Birla, I Lead Colleges, and Park English School.
While dealing with the gamut of adolescent concerns, she has conducted various lifeskills workshops on Study Skills, Memory, Accepting Differences, Peer Adjustment and Acceptance, Relationships, and Respect. Ms. Chirimar is also an experienced Trainer to Counsellors. At Ummeed, she has been associated as a counsellor, with The Heritage School. Presently co-conducts many Pastoral Guide Trainings in Sunbeam Group of Institutions, Varanasi, St. Pauls Rourkella and Frank Anthony Public School Kolkata, South Point High School, Kolkata and is the representative counsellor for Bhawanipur Gujarati Education Society.
Mentor, Counsellor and Trainer
Mentor, Counsellor and Trainer
Counsellor, Life Skill Trainer
Head Trainings & Social Projects
Counsellor and Life Skills Trainer
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Lifeskills Trainer and Counsellor
Pinky has completed her graduation from Calcutta University and Psychiatric Counselling course from Indian Psycho Analytical Society. She has an experience of 7 years working as a psychiatric Counsellor at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Cancer Research Institute and Mood Society. At Ummeed she enables Adolescents in schools - Mount Litera Zee School, Maheshtala and Lions Calcutta Greater Vidya Mandir, Shanti Rani Primary School and Suryoday, through lifeskills and counselling.
Trainee Counsellor
Qualifications
Assisted in individual and group counselling in the following schools:
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