Mission : Promote Mental Wellbeing

Manas Saathi – Ghar Ghar Counsellor

Building Mentally Healthy Communities Through Awareness, Support, and Basic Counselling Skills

Manas Saathi is a social welfare initiative dedicated to promoting mental well-being and creating awareness about mental health in society. Our vision is to empower individuals with basic counselling knowledge and emotional support skills so they can become a source of guidance, understanding, and encouragement within their families and communities.

Mental health is an essential part of overall well-being, yet many people struggle silently due to a lack of awareness, stigma, or access to support. Through Manas Saathi, we aim to bridge this gap by educating people about mental wellness, emotional resilience, and practical ways to support those facing mental health challenges.

Our Purpose

• Promote mental well-being and emotional wellness.

• Create awareness about mental health and reduce stigma.

• Develop empathy, active listening, and basic counselling skills among community members.

• Enable individuals to recognize signs of emotional distress and provide appropriate support.

• Encourage a culture of care, understanding, and mental health advocacy.

• Build stronger, healthier, and more supportive communities.

Why Manas Saathi?

Every individual can play an important role in supporting mental health. By learning basic counselling and communication skills, people can:

• Offer emotional support to friends, family members, and colleagues.

• Listen without judgment and provide a safe space for conversations.

• Identify when someone may need professional help.

• Encourage positive coping strategies and self-care practices.

• Contribute to a more compassionate and mentally healthy society.

Topics Covered

Self-Understanding and Personal Development

Explore self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and personal growth to improve overall well-being.

Mental Well-being Techniques

Learn practical strategies for stress management, emotional regulation, resilience, and positive mental health.

Basic Counselling Skills

Understand active listening, empathy, communication techniques, and supportive conversations.

Supporting People with Mental Health Challenges

Learn how to recognize emotional difficulties and provide appropriate support and guidance.

Suicide Prevention Awareness

Gain knowledge about warning signs, risk factors, and responsible ways to support individuals in crisis.

Who Can Join?

Manas Saathi is open to:

• Students

• Teachers and Educators

• Social Workers

• Community Leaders

• Healthcare Volunteers

• Parents and Caregivers

• Working Professionals

• Anyone interested in promoting mental well-being

Our Vision

To create a network of informed, compassionate, and responsible community members who can support mental well-being and contribute to a mentally healthier society—making every home and every community a place of understanding, care, and hope.

"Together, we can make mental health awareness a community movement and ensure that no one has to struggle alone."

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Program Details

Training Duration : 3 Hours

Day : Sunday

Mode : Online (Google Meet)

Coverage : All over India

Language : English, Hindi, Kannada

Session Time :

Only Live Sessions, No recordings will be provided

It will be completely FREE

Certificate will be issued

Facilitator Details

Mrs. Nanda Gaonkar

Renowned Psychologist and Director ofJneya Foundation, Adviser of HHWLT

MBA, MA PHILOSOPHY, MA PSYCHOLOGY(COUNSELLING), MSC PSYCHOLOGY(CLINICAL), PGDRP, PGD IN YOGA THERAPY, DIPLOMA IN NUTRITION