manmitraMENTAL WELLBEING, WITH HEART
FOUNDER & LEAD SPECIALIST

Meet the heart
behind Manmitra.

Sanchita Tiwari founded Manmitra with a simple yet transformative conviction: emotional wellbeing should be as natural and accessible to care for as physical health.

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"You don't need a crisis to deserve compassionate listening."
Sanchita Tiwari - Founder of Manmitra
Sanchita TiwariFounder & Mental Health Specialist
THE STORY & PHILOSOPHY BEHIND MANMITRAMEET SANCHITA TIWARI
01THE INCEPTION

Why Manmitra was born:
A friend for the mind.

Throughout her journey in mental health, Sanchita observed a persistent disconnect. On one hand, traditional healthcare often felt clinical, cold, and intimidating. On the other, modern advice was frequently generic, overlooking the messy reality of Indian households, academic expectations, and high-pressure work cultures.

Manmitra (मनमित्र: meaning "Friend of the Mind") was conceived as an antidote to this gap. Sanchita wanted to create a warm sanctuary where people can speak without rehearsing, explore their thoughts without dread of diagnosis, and receive genuine, qualified guidance tailored to real life.

Care that meets people where they actually are, not where textbooks expect them to be.

02 GUIDING NORTH STAR

Sanchita’s Vision for
Modern Wellbeing

Building a culture where seeking mental support is seen not as a sign of breakdown, but as an act of everyday courage and self-respect.

01

Demystifying Mental Healthcare

Stripping away cold clinical terminology. Providing practical, relatable support that you can actually understand and apply in daily life.

02

Empathy Paired with Competence

Deep, compassionate listening alongside certified therapeutic techniques. You are always treated as a complete human being, never as a case file.

03

Ecosystem-Wide Healing

Recognizing that minds do not exist in vacuums. Healing extends to families, classrooms, youth campuses, and workplace cultures.

04

A Safe, Confidential Haven

Uncompromising confidentiality and a strictly non-judgmental space where you can speak without fear of being labeled.

"We frequently wait until we are completely exhausted and broken before we permit ourselves to ask for support. My dream for Manmitra is that we normalize reaching out much earlier: when things are just beginning to feel heavy, before the breaking point. You never have to carry it alone."
Sanchita TiwariFounder & Practitioner, Manmitra
03 CLINICAL CREDENTIALS & ACHIEVEMENTS

Scientific Rigor,
Human Compassion.

Behind Sanchita’s approachable warmth is years of structured clinical training, inpatient psychiatric postings, and recognized certifications from premier healthcare, educational, and developmental institutions.

240+Inpatient Clinical Hours
Grade A+Diploma Distinction (90.3%)
UNC Chapel HillAutism FBA Certified
NIMHANS AlumnaSupervised Pediatric Training
Filter Credentials:
Professional Diploma in Counseling & Guidance - Emo Matrix (UNICEF, APA, IAAP & NSDC Skill India Partner)
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Clinical & Psychological Counseling
Grade A+ (Distinction 90.33%)

Professional Diploma in Counseling & Guidance

Emo Matrix (UNICEF, APA, IAAP & NSDC Skill India Partner)

Awarded top distinction (Grade A+, 271/300 marks) under senior clinical psychologists and RCI gold medalists. This comprehensive diploma curriculum encompasses cognitive behavioral models, client-centred counseling ethics, psychopathology, and structured therapeutic interventions.

• Grade A+ Distinction (90.3%)• UNICEF & APA Aligned Curriculum• Mentored by RCI Gold Medalists
Psychiatric Clinical Rehabilitation & Inpatient Internship - Shanti Home Psychiatric Clinic & Rehabilitation Centre, Delhi NCR
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Psychiatric & Clinical Care
240 Clinical Hours • Evaluated EXCELLENT

Psychiatric Clinical Rehabilitation & Inpatient Internship

Shanti Home Psychiatric Clinic & Rehabilitation Centre, Delhi NCR

Completed 240 comprehensive hours of clinical training in psychiatric inpatient and outpatient care. Evaluated as 'EXCELLENT' by HOD Clinical Psychology Aakriti Varshney, Sanchita worked directly with clinical case formulations, Mental Status Examinations (MSE), severe mood disorders, and psychiatric rehabilitation therapies.

• 240 Hours Inpatient & Outpatient Care• Rated 'EXCELLENT' by Clinical Psychology HOD• Mental Status Examination (MSE) Mastery
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Certified Practitioner - The Mind Company
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Specialized Therapy
DBT Clinical Certification

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Certified Practitioner

The Mind Company

Specialized clinical certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), the evidence-based modality developed to help individuals navigate intense emotional dysregulation. Sanchita integrates DBT distress tolerance protocols, emotion regulation modules, and mindfulness practices into her individual sessions.

• Distress Tolerance Protocols• Emotion Regulation Modules• Mindfulness & Boundary Setting
Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) Certification - AFIRM & UNC Chapel Hill (Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute)
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Child Guidance & Neurodiversity
UNC Chapel Hill Certified • Score: 80

Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) Certification

AFIRM & UNC Chapel Hill (Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute)

International certification from the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Focuses on Functional Behavior Assessment for children on the autism spectrum, analyzing behavioral triggers to design positive, respectful, and compassionate intervention plans.

• UNC Chapel Hill Certified (Score: 80)• Autism Spectrum Behavior Planning• Positive Behavioral Interventions
Child Psychology & Developmental Disorders Internship - Sunshine by Lissun Child Development Centre
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Developmental & Pediatric Care
Mentored by Dr. Preeti Singh (NIMHANS Alumna)

Child Psychology & Developmental Disorders Internship

Sunshine by Lissun Child Development Centre

Clinical psychology internship at Sunshine Child Development Centre under the supervision of Dr. Preeti Singh, Senior Consultant Clinical Psychologist and NIMHANS alumna. Sanchita engaged in developmental screenings, sensory support, and therapeutic plans for children experiencing ADHD, autism, and developmental delays.

• Mentored by NIMHANS Clinical Psychologist• Neurodevelopmental Milestone Screening• Child & Parent Collaborative Guidance
Special Needs Child Guidance & Clinical Posting - Nai Asha Centre for Child Development (Leher Foundation)
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Special Needs & Inclusion
Letter of Recommendation • Clinical Distinction

Special Needs Child Guidance & Clinical Posting

Nai Asha Centre for Child Development (Leher Foundation)

Honored with an official Letter of Recommendation for dedicated clinical service working with children challenged by Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Intellectual Disabilities. Sanchita collaborated with speech therapists and occupational therapists to design individualized education plans (IEPs).

• Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)• Multidisciplinary Clinical Collaboration• Special Needs Patient Engagement
School Psychology, Psychometrics & Student Counseling - Air Force Golden Jubilee Institute (AFGJI), Subroto Park, New Delhi
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School Counseling & Youth
Letter of Recommendation • Principal Alka Singh

School Psychology, Psychometrics & Student Counseling

Air Force Golden Jubilee Institute (AFGJI), Subroto Park, New Delhi

Awarded a Letter of Recommendation by Principal Alka Singh for distinguished service as School Counselor at prestigious AFGJI. Sanchita conducted clinical psychological counseling for adolescent students, administered standard psychometric tests (Holland's RIASEC Career Interest, EPQ, Raven's SPM), and facilitated student resilience workshops.

• Standard Psychometric Battery Administration• Adolescent Mental Resilience Workshops• Teacher & Parent Collaborative Sessions
Certified Global Career Counseling Practitioner - The Mind Company & DPIIT (#StartupIndia)
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Career & Adolescent Mentorship
Recognized by Govt of India #StartupIndia

Certified Global Career Counseling Practitioner

The Mind Company & DPIIT (#StartupIndia)

Accredited practitioner certification uniting psychometric aptitude assessments with empathetic counseling. Sanchita mentors students and young adults through academic stream decisions and career crossroads, helping them build sustainable paths aligned with authentic strengths rather than external pressure.

• Aptitude & Strength Alignment• DPIIT #StartupIndia Recognized• Stress-Free Academic Roadmapping
Speaker: Attachment Styles in Parenting & Child Development - PIPAS (Parents In Parenting & Schooling)
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Parenting & Community Keynote
Featured Keynote Speaker

Speaker: Attachment Styles in Parenting & Child Development

PIPAS (Parents In Parenting & Schooling)

Honored with a Certificate of Appreciation as guest speaker on 'Attachment Styles in Parenting: How Your Bond Shapes Your Child's Future'. Sanchita delivered an actionable masterclass helping parents understand childhood emotional needs, secure attachment dynamics, and compassionate boundary setting.

• Secure Attachment Principles• Positive Parenting Interventions• Interactive Parent-Community Dialogue
Keynote Speaker: Teenage Health & Body Image Awareness - Rotary & Rotaract Club (Project AAINA)
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Youth Advocacy & Public Health
Certificate of Appreciation • Guest Speaker

Keynote Speaker: Teenage Health & Body Image Awareness

Rotary & Rotaract Club (Project AAINA)

Recognized by Rotary and Rotaract Club for her keynote presentation at Project AAINA. Sanchita spoke with hundreds of adolescent students on dismantling toxic beauty benchmarks, mitigating social media anxiety, and cultivating compassionate self-worth among young girls.

• Social Media Anxiety Guidance• Body Neutrality Advocacy• Youth Emotional Resilience
Advanced Clinical Training: Working with Body Image - MindPeers Clinical Academy
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Specialized Therapy & Self-Worth
Specialized Clinical Training

Advanced Clinical Training: Working with Body Image

MindPeers Clinical Academy

Advanced clinical training exploring psychological determinants of body dissatisfaction, digital comparison, and disordered eating patterns. Equips Sanchita with specialized therapeutic interventions to guide individuals toward self-compassion, physical peace, and healthy self-perception.

• Body Image Distress Frameworks• Self-Compassion Protocols• Cognitive Reframing for Self-Esteem

Verified Professional Profiles & Portfolios

Full documented credentials across clinical psychology, inpatient postings, and institutional school guidance.

Verified Documentation
School Counselor & Adolescent Specialist Profile
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Verified Institutional Profile

School Counselor & Adolescent Specialist Profile

Official Practice Credential Documentation

Documented record of school counseling expertise, adolescent mental health interventions, psychometric testing competencies (RIASEC, EPQ, Raven's SPM), and educational workshops.

Psychometric Testing CompetencyAdolescent Behavioral CounselingInstitutional Crisis Protocols
Clinical Psychology & Consulting Specialist Profile
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Verified Clinical Profile

Clinical Psychology & Consulting Specialist Profile

Comprehensive Clinical Experience Portfolio

Documented record of 240-hour psychiatric rehabilitation postings, neurodevelopmental child evaluations, DBT certifications, and individual counseling practice standards.

240-Hour Inpatient Psychiatric RecordNeurodevelopmental InterventionsDBT & Evidence-Based Frameworks
04 THERAPEUTIC VALUES

How Sanchita & Team
Approach Therapy

Grounded in scientific foundations, delivered with genuine warmth and respect for every individual's pace.

No rush to fix everything overnight; we work at a gentle, sustainable pace.

Evidence-based counseling methods customized to your personal background and lived realities.

Collaborative dialogue where you retain agency over your personal growth journey.

Safe, supportive intervention before emotional strain escalates into full crisis.

Equipping you with tangible tools for resilience, emotional regulation, and healthy boundaries.

A CONVERSATION IS ENOUGH TO BEGIN

Speak with Sanchita
and the Manmitra team.

Whether you are exploring support for yourself, your family, your school, or your organization, we welcome you with open ears and gentle guidance.

Write to Sanchita & Team [email protected]