Dr. Archana Nanduri
Psychologist | Social Entrepreneur | TEDx Speaker | Author of Mind Over Maya
Dr. Archana Nanduri is an internationally recognized psychologist, social entrepreneur, and thought leader dedicated to advancing mental health and emotional well-being. As the Founder and Director of Vidyaranya Counselling Centre and Co-Leader of Vidyaranya Memorial Trust, she has transformed thousands of lives—guiding over 7,000 individuals and providing psychological and emotional support to more than 2,000 underprivileged children across India.
With over a decade of experience in Corporate Wellness, Counselling, and Behavioral Training, Dr. Nanduri has collaborated with organizations to design and deliver impactful programs on Stress Management, Emotional Resilience, Leadership Psychology, and Workplace Well-Being. Her approach integrates evidence-based psychology with practical strategies that empower employees to thrive, inspire leadership excellence, and enhance organizational culture.
She is the creator of the transformative Self-Transformation for Teenagers Program, which has empowered over 12,000 young minds with tools to build resilience, confidence, and purpose. Beyond her clinical and training expertise, Dr. Nanduri is a TEDx Speaker and the author of Mind Over Maya, a widely appreciated book on emotional mastery and mental strength.
Her outstanding contributions to mental health and social impact have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including:
🏆 Indian Iconic Women Entrepreneur Award 2025 – Leading Excellence in Psychological Well-Being
🏆 Telangana Inspiring Woman Award 2025
🏆 Inspiring Woman Psychologist Award 2022
🏆 GTF Women’s Excellence Award 2018
🏆 Young Woman Social Entrepreneur Award (NFED, 2017)
🏆 Best Counselling Centre in Telangana – Vidyaranya Counselling Centre
Trained in multiple therapeutic modalities including CBT, REBT, Gestalt, ACT, NLP, PLR, and DBT, Dr. Nanduri integrates diverse psychological approaches to promote holistic growth, balance, and emotional well-being at both individual and organizational levels.
As a facilitator and corporate trainer, she has conducted numerous workshops, seminars, and leadership programs for professionals, educators, and students across India and internationally.
Today, Dr. Archana Nanduri stands as one of India’s most inspiring voices in mental health—collaborating with global organizations, corporates, and educational institutions to build emotionally intelligent, resilient, and purpose-driven workplaces. Her work continues to inspire a worldwide movement toward a more compassionate, balanced, and mentally healthy world.