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Counselling Centre
During our growing years into adolescence or youth, there are many learnings, experiences and achievements, not only in academics but also in other areas such as sports, personality development, relating with people and much more.
Manodhaara – REVA Centre for Well-Being
Introduction
Manodhaara-REVA Centre for Well-being is a student support service offered by REVA University in Bengaluru. Our mission is to help students to transform themselves to achieve their best physical and mental health through various services that cater to their needs.
At Manodhaara, we understand that students face a variety of challenges that can impact their overall health and well-being, not just their academic and social growth. That's why we take a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on the mind, body, and spirit. Our goal is to help students achieve balance and harmony in their lives so that they can thrive academically and personally.
Currently housed in G-03, Vivekananda Block, the centre is nestled among the engineering and non-engineering schools, easily accessible to the students, but secluded enough to offer them privacy. We are committed to provide a safe and supportive environment, where students feel safe and comfortable seeking help.
Our Approach
At Manodhaara, we believe that well-being is not only about physical health, but also about emotional and psychological health. That's why we offer counselling services to help students cope with stress, anxiety, and other challenges that can impact their mental well-being.
We also understand that seeking help can be challenging, so the services come to you with an assurance that all information shared would be confidential and only by consent. Our goal is to help students develop healthy coping skills, improve relationships and grow to their fullest potential.
Services
Student Services include individual counselling and therapy for individuals, small groups, parents and teachers; talks and workshops are also conducted for large groups by the in-house counsellors. Preliminary assessment for disorders like anxiety, depression, Mood disorders, etc. are done and referred further to the psychiatrist where needed.
The University’s in-house Yoga and Zumba expert works closely with the counselling team using Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation and dance as supportive therapeutic measures. We also have experts from other organizations offering medical and psychiatric services on a referral basis. Manodhaara has partnered with Mind and Brain Hospital, Bangalore, and through this collaboration, we will be offering training, internships and job opportunities for students of psychology, under the guidance of expert neuropsychiatrists, psychologists and special educators. We are in the process of collaborating with other Healthcare organizations like NIMHANS and I-AIM / Transdisciplinary University.
Manodhaara’s focus for the well-being of the students is on enabling them to understand and take charge of their own health. So our approach is holistic as well as preventive. Psycho-education through workshops and talks are conducted throughout the year. Experts from the field of medicine, psychiatry, rehabilitation, nutrition etc., are regularly invited to interact with the students.
The Centre is looking to expand its activities into research, training and outreach programmes not just for the REVA family but to the community at large, and in particular for the benefit of the students of the Government schools that have been adopted by REVA University. Our vision is to create a one-of-its-kind wellness centre that is a one-stop solution to all well-being concerns.
In the process, it is quite common to face some of the challenges such as:
Physical changes
Emotional changes & problems
Behavioural issues
Educational/Academic challenges
Psychological problems
Social Problems
Addiction – Smoking, Alcoholism, Cyberspace
Aggression
Surprisingly, most youngsters go through more than one such challenge which results in an unpredictable lifestyle that may have a negative impact on their academic performance as well as behavioural pattern. They are reluctant to discuss their problems with their own parents, teachers/lecturers, friends and relatives as they get worried about the consequences.
Our University has provided counselling services within the campus. Counsellors offer talk-based therapy, which is a process of talking about and working through your personal problems with a counsellor.
The counsellor helps you to address your problems in a positive way by helping you to clarify the issues, explore options, develop strategies and increase self-awareness.
Dr. Anand Siddaiah
Associate Professor and Director
With M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. degrees in Psychology, he is presently serving as an Associate Professor-Psychology Department and Director-Student Counselling Centre (Manodhaara) at REVA University, Bangalore, Karnataka. He has over 15+ years of diverse professional experience as an academician, psychologist and researcher. Specialized in child and women mental health, and developmental disabilities. He received a Global Health Equity Scholar fellowship in 2017 from National Institute of Health, USA with lead to post-doctoral research at Florida International University, USA. He has been recognized as a Doctoral Research Supervisor, supervising 6 Ph.D. scholars, published 20 research papers in reputed journals including Nature (Human Behavior), completed 1 funded NIH research project, having 1 ongoing ICSSR research project, authored 3 edited chapters, and have H-index of 9 with a total citation of 446
Ms. Carmel Frank
Assistant Professor and Counselling Psychologist
With M.Sc., in Counselling Psychology, Ms. Carmel Frank is presently working as a Counsellor at Manodhaara. She has 6+ years of experiences working as a Senior Psychologist, Counsellor, and Special Educator with strong expertise in counselling, psychological assessments, special education, training, and mental health awareness. She has worked with organizations such as The Association of People with Disabilities (APD), Christel House India, Stonehill International School, and Montfort College, as well as serving as a lecturer and freelance consultant psychologist. Her professional contributions include developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), conducting workshops and capacity-building programs, and supporting families and schools in building inclusive environments. In addition, she has pursued specialized training in Lay Counseling (NIMHANS) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and has conducted research on topics such as internet addiction and teacher well-being. Fluent in English, Tamil, Hindi, and Kannada, Carmel is recognized for her empathetic, optimistic, and committed approach to promoting mental health, education, and inclusion.
Ms. Rajnandini Dey
Student Counsellor/Counselling Psychologist
With an MSc in Clinical Psychology from Christ University, Bangalore, Ms. Rajnandini Dey is presently working at Manodhaara as a Student Counsellor, Reva University. She has 1+ year of experience working as a psychologist with experience in Counselling, Psychological Assessments and Mental Health awareness. She has worked with organisations like Institute of Neurosciences, Kolkata, Free Bird Psychological Services and Veda Rehabilitation and Wellness, Bangalore, as well as serving as a freelance consultant psychotherapist. She has expertise as a Queer affirmative therapist, has specialisation in Psychopharmacology (Christ University, Bangalore) and has co-authored a paper on exploring Vicarious Traumatisation of Trauma Focused therapists. Her primary interests lay in dealing with Substance use disorders, Anxiety and Mood disorders, Personality disorders and Sexual disorders. She uses an eclectic approach with a trauma focused lens while mainly drawing in from third wave therapies and the psychodynamic school. Fluent in English, Hindi and Bengali, her therapeutic approach is rooted in creating a supportive, non-judgemental space that fosters self-acceptance and facilitates meaningful, holistic and sustainable change.
The counselling centre provides quality mental health interventions that enhance well-being and offer students a more meaningful and successful college experience. Individual and group counselling are available to students who are having difficulty with emotional, behavioural, academic, or adjustment concerns. The counselling process is used to clarify problems, establish realistic goals and develop active short-term treatment solutions.
Counsellors are available at Swami Vivekananda Block, Room #G-03, Monday to Saturday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.
Lunch Break: 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm
Events
03
/
Feb 2026
Workshop on Personal Excellence
23
/
June 2023
Athlete Wellness Programme Session
05
/
June 2023
MANODHAARA-Yoga and Zumba Classes
REVA RISE
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+91-80-46966966
+91-96112 01303
+91-90211 90211
admissions@reva.edu.in
Admission Overview
Domestic Admissions
International Admissions
Scholarship
REVA RISE
Financial Assistance
Ph.D. Admissions
Admission Notices
Admission Process
Domestic Admissions
International Admissions
REVA RISE
UGCET 2025
FAQs
Prospectus
Admissions Team Contacts
Apply Online
Download
Application
Admission
Enquiry
Life @ REVA
Life @ REVA
Eventus Calendar
Academic Facilities
Studios
Classrooms
Counselling Centre
Outdoor Learning
Laboratories
Library
Media Centre
ICT
Competitive Environment
Student Housing
On Campus Facilities
Health and Safety
Health Care Centre
Health & Safety
REVA Diagnostic Centers
REVA Sports
Sports
Athlete Wellness
Beyond Academics
REVA University Blocks
Student Affairs
Student Affairs
Campus Ethics
Outreach & Extension
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
NSS
NCC
University Social Responsibilities (USR)
Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA)
REVA Vanamahotsava
Campus Ethics
Internal Complaint Committee
Anti-Ragging Cell
Equal Opportunity Cell
Portal
Student Portal
SLCM
Logisys (Exam)
LMS
Research Portal
Faculty Portal
HCM
SLCM
Logisys (Exam)
LMS
Research Portal
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HCM
SLCM
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Apply Now
Counselling Centre
During our growing years into adolescence or youth, there are many learnings, experiences and achievements, not only in academics but also in other areas such as sports, personality development, relating with people and much more.
Manodhaara – REVA Centre for Well-Being
Introduction
Manodhaara-REVA Centre for Well-being is a student support service offered by REVA University in Bengaluru. Our mission is to help students to transform themselves to achieve their best physical and mental health through various services that cater to their needs.
At Manodhaara, we understand that students face a variety of challenges that can impact their overall health and well-being, not just their academic and social growth. That's why we take a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on the mind, body, and spirit. Our goal is to help students achieve balance and harmony in their lives so that they can thrive academically and personally.
Currently housed in G-03, Vivekananda Block, the centre is nestled among the engineering and non-engineering schools, easily accessible to the students, but secluded enough to offer them privacy. We are committed to provide a safe and supportive environment, where students feel safe and comfortable seeking help.
Our Approach
At Manodhaara, we believe that well-being is not only about physical health, but also about emotional and psychological health. That's why we offer counselling services to help students cope with stress, anxiety, and other challenges that can impact their mental well-being.
We also understand that seeking help can be challenging, so the services come to you with an assurance that all information shared would be confidential and only by consent. Our goal is to help students develop healthy coping skills, improve relationships and grow to their fullest potential.
Services
Student Services include individual counselling and therapy for individuals, small groups, parents and teachers; talks and workshops are also conducted for large groups by the in-house counsellors. Preliminary assessment for disorders like anxiety, depression, Mood disorders, etc. are done and referred further to the psychiatrist where needed.
The University’s in-house Yoga and Zumba expert works closely with the counselling team using Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation and dance as supportive therapeutic measures. We also have experts from other organizations offering medical and psychiatric services on a referral basis. Manodhaara has partnered with Mind and Brain Hospital, Bangalore, and through this collaboration, we will be offering training, internships and job opportunities for students of psychology, under the guidance of expert neuropsychiatrists, psychologists and special educators. We are in the process of collaborating with other Healthcare organizations like NIMHANS and I-AIM / Transdisciplinary University.
Manodhaara’s focus for the well-being of the students is on enabling them to understand and take charge of their own health. So our approach is holistic as well as preventive. Psycho-education through workshops and talks are conducted throughout the year. Experts from the field of medicine, psychiatry, rehabilitation, nutrition etc., are regularly invited to interact with the students.
The Centre is looking to expand its activities into research, training and outreach programmes not just for the REVA family but to the community at large, and in particular for the benefit of the students of the Government schools that have been adopted by REVA University. Our vision is to create a one-of-its-kind wellness centre that is a one-stop solution to all well-being concerns.
In the process, it is quite common to face some of the challenges such as:
Physical changes
Emotional changes & problems
Behavioural issues
Educational/Academic challenges
Psychological problems
Social Problems
Addiction – Smoking, Alcoholism, Cyberspace
Aggression
Surprisingly, most youngsters go through more than one such challenge which results in an unpredictable lifestyle that may have a negative impact on their academic performance as well as behavioural pattern. They are reluctant to discuss their problems with their own parents, teachers/lecturers, friends and relatives as they get worried about the consequences.
Our University has provided counselling services within the campus. Counsellors offer talk-based therapy, which is a process of talking about and working through your personal problems with a counsellor.
The counsellor helps you to address your problems in a positive way by helping you to clarify the issues, explore options, develop strategies and increase self-awareness.
Dr. Anand Siddaiah
Associate Professor and Director
With M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. degrees in Psychology, he is presently serving as an Associate Professor-Psychology Department and Director-Student Counselling Centre (Manodhaara) at REVA University, Bangalore, Karnataka. He has over 15+ years of diverse professional experience as an academician, psychologist and researcher. Specialized in child and women mental health, and developmental disabilities. He received a Global Health Equity Scholar fellowship in 2017 from National Institute of Health, USA with lead to post-doctoral research at Florida International University, USA. He has been recognized as a Doctoral Research Supervisor, supervising 6 Ph.D. scholars, published 20 research papers in reputed journals including Nature (Human Behavior), completed 1 funded NIH research project, having 1 ongoing ICSSR research project, authored 3 edited chapters, and have H-index of 9 with a total citation of 446
Ms. Carmel Frank
Assistant Professor and Counselling Psychologist
With M.Sc., in Counselling Psychology, Ms. Carmel Frank is presently working as a Counsellor at Manodhaara. She has 6+ years of experiences working as a Senior Psychologist, Counsellor, and Special Educator with strong expertise in counselling, psychological assessments, special education, training, and mental health awareness. She has worked with organizations such as The Association of People with Disabilities (APD), Christel House India, Stonehill International School, and Montfort College, as well as serving as a lecturer and freelance consultant psychologist. Her professional contributions include developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), conducting workshops and capacity-building programs, and supporting families and schools in building inclusive environments. In addition, she has pursued specialized training in Lay Counseling (NIMHANS) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and has conducted research on topics such as internet addiction and teacher well-being. Fluent in English, Tamil, Hindi, and Kannada, Carmel is recognized for her empathetic, optimistic, and committed approach to promoting mental health, education, and inclusion.
Ms. Rajnandini Dey
Student Counsellor/Counselling Psychologist
With an MSc in Clinical Psychology from Christ University, Bangalore, Ms. Rajnandini Dey is presently working at Manodhaara as a Student Counsellor, Reva University. She has 1+ year of experience working as a psychologist with experience in Counselling, Psychological Assessments and Mental Health awareness. She has worked with organisations like Institute of Neurosciences, Kolkata, Free Bird Psychological Services and Veda Rehabilitation and Wellness, Bangalore, as well as serving as a freelance consultant psychotherapist. She has expertise as a Queer affirmative therapist, has specialisation in Psychopharmacology (Christ University, Bangalore) and has co-authored a paper on exploring Vicarious Traumatisation of Trauma Focused therapists. Her primary interests lay in dealing with Substance use disorders, Anxiety and Mood disorders, Personality disorders and Sexual disorders. She uses an eclectic approach with a trauma focused lens while mainly drawing in from third wave therapies and the psychodynamic school. Fluent in English, Hindi and Bengali, her therapeutic approach is rooted in creating a supportive, non-judgemental space that fosters self-acceptance and facilitates meaningful, holistic and sustainable change.
The counselling centre provides quality mental health interventions that enhance well-being and offer students a more meaningful and successful college experience. Individual and group counselling are available to students who are having difficulty with emotional, behavioural, academic, or adjustment concerns. The counselling process is used to clarify problems, establish realistic goals and develop active short-term treatment solutions.
Counsellors are available at Swami Vivekananda Block, Room #G-03, Monday to Saturday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.
Lunch Break: 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm
Events
03
/
Feb 2026
Workshop on Personal Excellence
23
/
June 2023
Athlete Wellness Programme Session
05
/
June 2023
MANODHAARA-Yoga and Zumba Classes
REVA RISE
Call
Chat
Admissions