Maya Kumari

Maya Kumari has joined Athena Behavioral Health as a Psychiatric Social Worker. She holds an M. Phil in Psychiatric Social Work from Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences & Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, New Delhi, and a Master of Social Work with a specialization in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work from Kurukshetra University, where she achieved a CGPA of 8.41. She also completed her Bachelor’s in Social Work at Aditi Mahavidyalaya, Delhi University.

Maya brings extensive experience in mental health and social work, including roles as a Mental Health Counselor and Therapist at Shanti Ratan Foundation, and various internships at institutions like Mindyog Counseling Centre, WORLD WITHOUT OBSTACLES, and AIIMS. Her professional background also includes significant community work with organizations such as SAMPURNA VIKAS TRUST and BHATA COLONY, HARYANA.

Her expertise covers a range of therapeutic approaches, including Motivational Enhancement Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Family Therapy. Maya is known for her hard work, positive attitude, flexibility, and adaptability. She is proficient in both English and Hindi and is skilled in various digital platforms and software, including SPSS. Maya has actively contributed to mental health awareness and event management, demonstrating her commitment to social and community welfare. Her career objective is to advance holistic mental health care through education, training, and research.