Ms. Ayesha Anjum is a Child Development and Counselling Psychologist and Co-Founder of Mind and Soul Wellness, India, with 10+ years of professional experience in understanding, assessing and supporting individuals across different stages of life. Her professional work focuses on understanding the underlying mental-health, emotional, behavioural and developmental cycles that influence an individual’s wellbeing. She works with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, providing psychological assessment, counselling, therapy planning, behavioural interventions, psychoeducation and parent guidance. Ms. Ayesha believes that effective psychological support begins with understanding the individual as a whole. Her approach is warm, empathetic, non-judgmental and individualised, with an emphasis on building trust, identifying underlying concerns and developing practical strategies that support meaningful and sustainable change. Education & Professional Training Ms. Ayesha has completed her Master’s degree with specialisation in Clinical Psychology and has undertaken extensive additional training to strengthen her clinical and therapeutic skills. Her professional training includes: * Counselling Skills Training for working with children, adults and families * Capacity Building and Life Skills Training with Dr. Jonas Richard A. * Behaviour Therapy Programme with Dr. Anu Kapoor * Protective Techniques Training with Dr. Kishor Adhikari * Creative Movement Therapy with Ms. Tripura Kashyap She continues to enhance her professional knowledge through ongoing learning, clinical exposure, research and specialised training. Professional Journey Ms. Ayesha’s professional journey includes clinical, developmental, educational and community-based experience across several organisations and institutions. She completed her training programme at Global Concerns INDIA with Brinda Adige and received clinical exposure at Kempegowda Hospital & Research Centre with Dr. Deepa P. V. She completed her Social Responsibility Project at Banyan Community School, Lovedale Foundation, gaining experience in community-based psychological and educational support. She subsequently worked as a Psychologist at Dr. S. R. Chandrasekhar Institute of Speech and Hearing, where she worked under the professional guidance of Ms. Alphonsa Joseph, Dr. Suresh Babu and Dr. M. S. Venkatesh. She further worked as a Clinical Psychologist at Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain Hospital under Dr. Krishnamurthy Bonanthaya, gaining valuable experience in clinical assessment, psychological intervention and multidisciplinary care. Her professional experience also includes working as a Consultant at The Able Mind with Rohini Kesavan Rajeev. She is presently a Co-Founder at Mind and Soul Wellness, India, where she provides psychological consultation, assessment, counselling, therapy planning, psychoeducation, parent guidance and professional training. Areas of Clinical Expertise Ms. Ayesha is involved in neuropsychological, developmental and psycho-educational assessments, therapy planning, counselling, psychoeducation, behavioural intervention, parent guidance and research. Her clinical experience includes working with individuals presenting with: * Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) * Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) * Specific Language Impairment * Developmental Language Disorders * Speech and hearing difficulties * Learning disabilities and learning difficulties * Slow learning * Social Communication Disorder (SCD) * Global Developmental Delay (GDD) * Intellectual Developmental Disorder (IDD) * Behavioural disorders * Emotional and behavioural difficulties * Developmental concerns * Children with cleft-related developmental and communication concerns * Speech- and hearing-impaired children and adults * Adults and children experiencing emotional, psychological or adjustment difficulties She also works with adults experiencing concerns related to anxiety, stress, emotional wellbeing, relationships, personal development and coping, as well as couples and families experiencing communication and relationship difficulties. Child Development & Behavioural Intervention Child development is a central area of Ms. Ayesha’s professional practice. She works with children and families to understand the reasons behind behavioural and emotional difficulties rather than focusing only on the behaviour itself. Her intervention approach considers the child’s developmental level, emotional needs, communication abilities, learning profile, family environment and behavioural patterns. She provides: * Behaviour therapy * Parent guidance * Behaviour modification strategies * Emotional regulation support * Social and communication skill development * Learning support * Developmental stimulation * School-related recommendations * Home-based strategies * Psychoeducation for parents and caregivers She also has a strong creative ability in developing learning aids, therapeutic activities and intervention materials to facilitate learning, communication, behavioural modification and skill development. Counselling & Therapy Ms. Ayesha provides counselling and psychological support to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Her work may address: * Anxiety and stress * Emotional difficulties * Behavioural concerns * Relationship difficulties * Communication problems * Parenting challenges * Family concerns * Personal adjustment * Self-esteem and emotional regulation * Academic and developmental concerns * Life transitions and coping Her counselling style emphasises active listening, empathy, understanding different perspectives and developing practical, realistic strategies. In couple and family counselling, she maintains a balanced and non-judgmental approach, helping individuals communicate their concerns, understand each other’s perspectives and work towards healthier patterns of interaction. Parent Guidance Ms. Ayesha considers parents an important part of a child’s intervention process. Rather than working only with the child, she helps parents understand: * Why certain behaviours may occur * How to respond to challenging behaviour * How to establish appropriate boundaries * How to use positive reinforcement * How to support emotional regulation * How to improve communication * How to create consistent routines * How to support developmental and learning needs at home Her goal is to equip parents with practical strategies that can be incorporated into everyday family life. Research & Academic Involvement Ms. Ayesha has actively participated in research and academic activities and has several publications to her professional credit. Her research and academic interests include areas related to: * Child development * Cognitive functioning * Attention * Emotional wellbeing * Stress and psychological health * Behavioural concerns * Psychological interventions * Creative and therapeutic approaches Her professional journey combines clinical practice with a continuing interest in research, evidence-informed intervention and professional development. Professional Strengths Ms. Ayesha is known for her ability to build rapport and confidence with clients within a short period of time. Her professional approach is characterised by: * Warmth and empathy * Active listening * Non-judgmental support * Professionalism * Individualised intervention * Practical and goal-oriented strategies * Creativity in therapeutic and educational activities * Collaborative work with parents and families * Respect for individual differences * Commitment to ethical professional practice She is proactive in initiating, planning and executing intervention programmes meticulously. Her clinical experience has enabled her to work with individuals with diverse developmental, behavioural, communication, learning and emotional needs. She is sincere, responsible and hardworking, and is willing to take on new responsibilities and challenges within the clinical field. Philosophy of Practice Ms. Ayesha believes that every individual has a unique emotional, developmental and psychological journey. Effective intervention therefore requires more than identifying a diagnosis or problem—it requires understanding the person, their environment, relationships, strengths and individual needs. Her aim is to create a safe and supportive space where individuals and families can better understand themselves, develop effective coping strategies and work towards positive change. Through her work at Mind and Soul Wellness, she continues to make psychological support more approachable, compassionate and meaningful for individuals and families. “Heal a little every day.”