“The ultimate goal of therapy… it’s too hard a question. The words come to me like tranquility, like fulfillment, like realizing your potential.” – Irvin D. Yalom
HAYAT’S MISSION
Our Mission at the Hayat – The Existence is to provide high quality evidence based counselling and psychotherapy services to kids, teenagers, adults and senior citizens. We are based in Mira Road, Mumbai and we also offer virtual counselling services across the country. We are committed to promoting Mental Health and Emotional Well Being by reducing stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives.
Journey of our founder, Mrs Yasmin Salim Siddiqui
2002– Completed her Master’s in Psychology while taking tuitions.
2002-2006 –
- Started working at Masina Hospital being the first one to set up a psychological department.
- Working at Asha Sadan Observational Home.
- Savera Special School &
- Masina Rehabilitation center, Byculla.
2007-2008-
- Kangaroo Kids Billabong High-school. ( School Visits, Identify students with different abilities )
- Vibgyor High
2009– 2015
- Joined Royal College for one year as a psychology professor, teaching the batches of FYJC/ SYJC.
- Project manager for UNICEF study project ( Maitri) / plan international project. Part of childline during the same tenure.– Five and Half years.
- Plan International Project (funding/ childline)
2015– Joined J.P. Morgan Project as a Consultant for one year.
2016– Nathani Charitable Trust ( Private Trust ) as a Senior Manager for one year.
2017–2018: Head Employee Development for two years ( MNC )
2019–2020: H.O.D Counseling/ Special Education in International School ( 36 branches in India )
End of 2020— Hayat came into Existence.
Story of how Hayat came into Existence
“The initial thought of having my own clinic occured back in 2006 when there wasn’t much scope for Psychology, which was also one of the reasons I wanted to build a safe space. But the desired dream only came into effect when the pandemic hit in 2020 and nevertheless the criticism I received from not only doctors but the well wishers too; of how silly the idea was of doing in midst of lockdown, I continued to work hard for it to come true. One must find it wrong but I knew people needed this more than before due to the sudden adaptation to stay home and consequences that continued amongst. The fifteenth of September 2021 marks one year anniversary of Hayat, the only difference since the past is that before I worked alone 24/7 to make it happen but now I have a team by my side. Hayat and it’s members try to give their best so we can offer the guaranteed services for you to use.”
— Founder of Hayat : Mrs. Yasmin Siddiqui.
Team Hayat
Kawaljeet Kaur
- Head Quality Control
“Working with teenagers and young adults is something she enjoys. She focuses on challenges with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. She adopts a person-centered approach. She has completed courses in cognitive behavior therapy and rational emotive behavior therapy in addition to earning a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Mumbai University. Since then she has been working with Hayat-The Existence and she is also currently enrolled in Gottman Institute’s Couples Therapy Level 1 programme.”
Mehjabin Idriz
-Clinical Psychologist
She is a Clinical Psychologist working with us. She completed her Post-Graduation in Clinical Psychology from S.N.D.T. University. She is well versed with counselling especially with adolescents and young adults. Currently she also deals with concerns revolving around development, anxiety, depression, and career related queries.
Mr. Ahmed Bhatkar
- Legal Advisor
Advocate Mumbai High Court
MohammedAli Gabhrani
-Trainee
I believe in authenticity and ethics in psychology and psychotherapy and strive to help my clients become the best version of themselves through genuine positive regard and the fundamentals of psychology.”
Rhea Bhide
- Head Interns
She is a Clinical Psychologist working with us. She completed her Post-Graduation in Clinical Psychology from S.N.D.T. University. She is well versed with counselling especially with adolescents and young adults. Currently she also deals with concerns revolving around development, anxiety, depression, and career related queries.
- HAYAT’S VISION : Our vision at Hayat, The Existence is to become the leading provider of counselling services in the country, known for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and social impact. We envision a society where every individual has access to compassionate, culturally responsive counselling services, regardless of their background or circumstances.
- Mental health: Hayat, The Existence is dedicated to promoting mental health and well-being through evidence-based counselling services, resources, and support.
- Stigma reduction: We are committed to reducing the stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness, by providing education, awareness, and advocacy programs.
- Accessibility: We strive to make our counselling services accessible and affordable to all individuals, including those from marginalized or underprivileged communities.
- Innovation: We leverage the latest technology and counselling techniques to offer innovative, personalized, and effective counselling services to our clients.
- Cultural responsiveness: We recognize and respect the diverse cultural backgrounds, values, and beliefs of our clients, and strive to provide culturally responsive counselling services that are tailored to their unique needs and preferences.
- Empowerment: We believe in empowering individuals to take control of their mental health and well-being, by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives.
- Collaboration: We collaborate with other healthcare professionals, community organizations, and government agencies to improve mental health services and policies, and to create a more supportive and inclusive society for individuals with mental health conditions.