Meet Your Counsellor

“Though I realise and (try to) make a distinction between ‘me’ and ‘mine’; here is a brief summary of all that which is ‘mine’. Hopefully one day I find the clarity and wisdom to replace it with who I truly am”

It was during my research in the International Township of Auroville, South India in 2017, that the vision for Nandri was born. Volunteering at a Home for Children, the kids would often use the word. On enquiring, I was told that it means ‘thank you’ in their native language, Tamil. This for me was the start of something beautiful.

Nandri is an effort to create a confidential, safe space where everyone is invited and accepted, a space where people can share their sorrows and worries without fear of judgement or retribution, a space to connect with themselves and their higher selves, a space for gratitude, joy and contentment. I invite everyone to come and co-create this safe haven.

Mahima Bhatnagar

Founder, Nandri Healing

Mahima Bhatnagar is an alumna of Mayo College Girls School, Ajmer & Lady Sri Ram College, Delhi. She is a Trauma-informed Somatic Therapy practitioner and a trained Expressive Arts Therapist. She is also a Certified Yoga Instructor. Mahima draws wisdom from Eastern schools of psychological thought and works with a holistic healing paradigm.

Mahima completed her MSc. in Psychology in 2012 and went on to specialise in Child Counselling from the National Council for Education Research and Training, Delhi. On understanding the need for working with adults during her practice with children, Mahima further trained herself in Arts Based Therapy, Mumbai University and treatment of Depression from ATH; Bangalore.

Mahima is a TedX speaker, Vice -President of Lakshyam Foundation – a shelter for children-at-risk and Joint-Secretary at the Sri Aurobindo Society, Jodhpur and on the advisory board of Drona Education and Welfare Society – a NGO working to educate, develop and rehabilitate Children with Disabilities.

As a result of a personal incident, Mahima had turned to spirituality in 2013 and has been a seeker on the path ever since. She further went on to study Buddhist and Indian Psychology and now integrates these learnings in her sessions. Mahima has written research papers on topics like Arts Based Therapy as a tool for emotional well being; Rig Veda and its psychological symbolism; Model for Integral Counselling. She makes sure to remind herself everyday that:

“Within infinite myths, lies the eternal truth.
Who sees it all?
Varuna has a thousand eyes, Indra a hundred,
You and me, only two.”

– Devdutt Pattanaik

Happy clients

Testimonials

When I met her I was sitting at the edge ready to jump; so from making me recognise my self-criticising and toxic patterns to having my guardian angels deal with stuff I’m in no control of, to making me find the shiniest, strongest, dancing Goddess hidden under my layers, thank you

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Private Client

Though it was not exactly the way I was expecting but yes, such things support you in so many ways to reset. I was getting separated form my husband and have children too. At that time, everything was stuck. In such times, no one can help you out. Only an out sourcing person; a Counsellor can help you in so many things which cannot be explained in words. I found a big support to continue with.

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Private Client

I’ve really enjoyed the workshops by Nandri. It has been insightful and I liked the way it was delivered. Quite intense and relaxing at the same time and really important work, much needed in the current COVID situation. I really appreciate it. Mahima shared care and attention fairly to each participant and gives space for questions. She shows great flexibility to the group energy. Thank you so much Mahima! Gratitude

Sikandar Khan

Actor

“ I was in the 3rd grade when my mother decided to put me through a few counselling sessions. I got excited and learnt that my counsellor was someone named Mahima Bhatnagar. I pictured her as some plump lady with spectacles. But Mahima Didi came across as a very young and warm person! Yet, I was nervous and conscious. Gradually Mahima Didi helped me forget my sadness and find happiness even in sad moments. Her sessions were super interesting and different every time. I remember how I used to look forward to every Thursday so eagerly. Mahima Didi has inspired me by thinking of others before herself, through her acts of kindness towards the poor and homeless children. She has also pushed me towards Yoga and meditation. I’m very grateful to Mahima Didi for her never-ending support and motivation. Thank you and I love you!

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Private Client