Dr. Archana Nanduri

Dr. Archana Nanduri is an internationally recognized counselling psychologist and social entrepreneur committed to strengthening mental health and emotional well-being. As the Founder & Director of Vidyaranya Counselling Centre, she has guided over 7,000 individuals and supported 2,000+ underprivileged children through her community mental health initiatives.​With extensive experience in corporate wellness, counselling, and behavioral training, she partners with organizations to deliver impactful sessions on stress management, emotional resilience, leadership psychology, and workplace well-being. She also created the renowned Self-Transformation for Teenagers Program, empowering more than 12,000 young minds across India. A celebrated TEDx Speaker and author, Dr. Archana’s contributions have earned her multiple national awards, including recognition as one of Telangana’s most inspiring women in mental health. Trained in CBT, REBT, Gestalt, ACT, NLP, PLR, and DBT, she integrates evidence-based therapies to promote holistic emotional growth. Today, she stands as one of India’s most respected voices in psychology—working with corporates, schools, and communities to build resilient, emotionally intelligent, and purpose-driven individuals.