About Mrs. Laya Haridas

Senior Consultant Psychologist & Psychotherapist

Laya Haridas is a highly trained and experienced mental health professional with a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Madras and a Master of Philosophy in School Counselling from Martin Luther Christian University, Meghalaya, India. She also holds certificate courses in Psychotherapy.

With over a decade of experience in the field, Laya has developed a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health and a keen ability to help individuals navigate their psychological challenges. Her expertise lies in psychotherapy and counseling. She uses evidence-based techniques to help individuals overcome a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and learning disabilities.

Laya has a deep understanding of different types of psychotherapy, including anger management, psychoanalysis, and psychodynamic therapies. She has helped many individuals overcome their anger issues and develop better coping strategies. Psychoanalysis and psychodynamic therapies focus on exploring unconscious thoughts and patterns, while Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) aims to change unhelpful behaviors and thoughts. Laya has helped individuals with a range of mental health conditions using CBT and other evidence-based approaches.

Laya is also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is particularly effective for individuals with borderline personality disorder and other mood disorders. DBT combines elements of CBT with mindfulness and acceptance-based strategies.

In addition to these therapies, Laya also has expertise in various other types of therapies, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Trauma Therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and family therapy. 

Laya is dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and education, and she has worked extensively with schools, colleges, NGOs, and community groups to help people achieve better mental health outcomes. She is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings and find their path towards healing and growth.

Qualifications

• M Sc Psychology

  University of Madras

• Master of Philosophy in School Counselling

  Martin Luther Christian University Meghalaya, India.

• Certificate course in Counselling

  Mahatma Gandhi University

• Certificate course in Learning Disabilities Management

  Mahatma Gandhi University

• Diabetic Educator course (one year)

  Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Education Academy (DMDEA) & Indian Medical Association

• Certificate course in Psychotherapy

  Psyched Foundation

Areas of Expertise