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About Us
Our Team
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Hemanti Sikdar
Founder, Healing Nest
Hemanti Sikdar is a child psychologist and an art-based therapy practitioner. Mental health is her passion, and she believes in simple yet creative ways to bring about positive emotional, social, and cognitive changes in children and their families. As founder and director of the organization, she plays various roles. Sometimes you can see her as a therapist working with a child, other times, she is a trainer or a friend who listens, sometimes a counselor but always a nurturing mother. She has been working exclusively in special needs and family counseling for over 10 years and has previously worked with Children First and Udayan Care. After a Bachelor in Psychology (Hons) from Delhi University, she pursued a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Amity University. She streamlined her focus to working extensively with children with her Post Graduation Diploma in Child Guidance and Counseling from NIPCCD and further specialized in Arts-Based therapy from WLCC. Hemanti has an “ instant connection” with any child who walks in. She is spontaneous, playful, intuitive, and compassionate when working with children. Her love and passion for working with children were the driving force for her to imagine, develop, and establish a nurturing space that is the Healing Nest.
Sagar Mangal
Founder & Director, Titli School
Sagar is a Sailor by profession but a child at heart. His spontaneity in connecting with children (including his own) helped him develop an interest in child development. He is the founder & director of the Titli School. Sagar envisioned an organization like Titli to make an inclusive bridge for underprivileged and children with special needs.
Sagar believes in the importance of spreading mental health awareness to even the smaller towns of the country and hopes that one-day Titli School will be reachable and approachable to everybody. He feels there is no end to learning and growing and to following one's dream.
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Dr Rohini Wadhawan
Chief Strategy & Partnerships Advisor
Senior healthcare strategy and partnerships leader with 15+ years of international experience spanning public health, healthcare systems, philanthropy, CSR, and organizational transformation across India and the United States. Proven track record of designing and scaling high-impact health and social development initiatives. Expertise includes strategic investment development, grant and portfolio management, health systems strengthening, program governance, evidence-informed decision-making, and stakeholder engagement. Passionate about advancing equitable healthcare access through innovation, partnerships, and sustainable systems change.
Our Mentors- Guiding Lights, Inspiring Minds
Meet the Healing Nest Team – Therapists Dedicated to Mental Wellness
Hemanti Sikdar
(Founder)
Hemanti Sikdar, founder of the Healing Nest , is a child psychologist and certified art-based therapy practitioner with over 10 years of experience in special needs and family counseling. She holds degrees from Delhi University, Amity University, NIPCCD, and WLCC. Passionate about children’s mental health, she connects instantly with them through creative, intuitive, and nurturing approaches that bring emotional and social growth.
Harshita
(Developmental Psychologist)
Harshita is an RCI-licensed Rehabilitation Counsellor specializing in therapy for children and adolescents. She holds a Master's degree in Child Development from the University of Delhi, which provides her with a strong foundation in understanding children's developmental, emotional, and behavioural needs, as well as supporting parents and families.
She strives to create a safe, & nurturing space where children feel understood, valued, and free to express themselves.
Suneha
(Dance movement Therapist & development Psychologist)
She has a strong passion for working with neurodivergent children and supporting them in reaching their individual potential. Her work focuses on understanding each child’s unique developmental profile, identifying their strengths and areas of need, and facilitating meaningful progress across developmental milestones. Her approach combines psychological understanding with movement based and creative therapeutic interventions, allowing children to learn and express themselves through approaches that are engaging and developmentally appropriate. .
Our Volunteer-Empowering communities through service
Pooja Phogat
Pooja Phogat holds a PhD in Microbiology and has over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. As Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Krystelis Limited, she leads global teams delivering medical writing, medical communications, and clinical trial transparency services to pharmaceutical companies worldwide. She is a recognised thought leader in her field and actively contributes to industry associations such as DIA, EMWA, ISMPP, and ISCR. Pooja’s connection with Healing Nest Foundation began when she met one of its teachers during a yoga class—a chance encounter that aligned with her long-standing wish to support an NGO. Through this, she became closely associated with Titli School, where she is inspired by the mission of nurturing and empowering children. Pooja is deeply committed to supporting children’s education and development, and feels a strong sense of purpose in contributing to this cause.
Based in Delhi, Pooja loves travelling, experiencing diverse cultures and practicing yoga.
Punita Sharma
Certified yoga teacher with 11 years of experience offering asanas, breathwork, and meditation at her yoga studio in Vasant Kunj, corporates, and non-profit organisations. These moments have not only shaped her understanding of yoga as a practice but also as a powerful tool for healing, inclusion, and transformation. The children's innocence, resilience, and pure joy made every session a reminder of why she chose this path. Her interest in using yoga as a means of empowerment continues to guide her purpose, and she remains committed to creating safe, nurturing spaces where every child—regardless of their circumstances—feels seen, supported, and inspired. Yoga, for her, is not just a practice—it’s a way to connect, heal, and uplift every soul, no matter their background. Healing Nest has been extraordinary in nurturing both the students and the teachers, creating a safe and enriching space where students flourish.
Rubina Sudan
Rubina has always had a natural ability to connect with people. Deeply curious about human behaviour and emotions, she listens without judgment and has an innate ability to make people feel seen, heard, and valued.
Her connection with children has been an important part of this journey. She taught at Pumpkin House Playschool, an early learning and activity centre, and regularly visits the Titli Foundation, where she spends time with children and brings them moments of joy and encouragement.
An artist at heart, Rubina has a natural talent for architecture, interior design, and painting. Though not formally trained as an architect, she designed The Red Brick House, inspired by the principles of Laurie Baker, bringing together beauty, functionality, and a deep connection with nature.
At the heart of everything she is a person of simple belief:
every person deserves to be understood before they are guided.
Get to know us
The Healing Nest has its heart in a family who has made child mental health their life’s mission. It was founded in 2014 by Hemanti with her passion for child development.
She wanted to have a plan for themselves that made them more self-sustaining, gave them satisfaction, and gave them money along with it. Ofcourse, she knew it had its own risks, and would take time to establish.
With the support of mentors in the field of mental health, she established the organisation in Delhi.
What started as an intervention centre focussing on developmental delays, turned into a nurturing space, with accessible care and compassion for any child who walks through the doors.
Since its incorporation, Healing Nest has taken on new, exciting, and expanded paths to reach and serve our community.
Titli School, Hemanti’s dream project, which provides inclusive education to all, is running successfully. With growing recognition and long-term collaborations with schools, organisations and NGOs, Healing Nest Foundation is proud to be serving children and families for 10 Years!
Celebrating a Decade of Healing & Empowering Children!
For the past 10 years, our Child Therapy Center has been a beacon of support and care for children and their families. With a dedicated team of professionals, we have provided essential therapeutic services, helping countless young lives thrive and grow. Our journey has been marked by compassion, resilience, and a commitment to making a lasting difference in our community.
Healing Nest started as a therapy centre in a humble one-room apartment with a few children coming in with developmental delays and neurodevelopmental disabilities.
2014
Expanded the team to cater to more children. Started building connections with the nearby community, organisation and schools
2015
Started a School Readiness Program for neurodivergent children aged 2-5 years. Conducted a rally on Autism Awareness day and reached out to 100+ people.
2016
Shifted to a bigger office. Conducted Awareness Camps and Open houses for families. Summer and Winter Camps become an annual tradition.
2017
Becomes a registered Non-Profit, expanding services through preschool programs and workshops. Noida branch opens, and founder Hemanti Mangal joins Amity Centre for Educational Research & Training.
2018
Managing two centres. Conducted courses, training and workshops on various aspects of child development, disorders and sensory integration. Field trips. Autism Awareness Campaign in corporations. Summer and winter camp.
2019
Adapting to change, Healing Nest offers online therapy and awareness programs during COVID shutdown. Founder joins Uttar Pradesh Mental Health Council.
2020
Vasant Kunj Centre reopens, online courses launch, and the centre fills with the vibrant smiles of children again.
2021
Consultancy and Therapy services extended to NGOs and preschools in Delhi NCR. Titli School takes root, providing education and life skills to underserved communities.
2022
Titli School blossoms, serving Nursery, KG, and Class 1 children. Healing Nest's therapy practice thrives with a growing team.
2023
Titli School thrives with 30 children, and Healing Nest expands its reach through partnerships and Project Surakshit with CKD and ONGC. Celebrating 10 years of transforming lives!
2024
We expand into a new center with dedicated floors for therapy and early education, welcoming families and partners to co-create vibrant spaces for healing, learning, and lasting impact.
2025
CERTIFICATION
A not for profit organization under section 8 company act
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