THE ANCHORS

Dr. Pooja Misal - Consultant Psychiatrist

Dr. Pooja Misal serves as a Consultant Psychiatrist at Stoic Anchor Association, specialising in Geriatric Mental Health, Adult Psychiatry, and Neuropsychiatry. With qualifications including MBBS, MD Psychiatry, DNB Psychiatry, and DM in Geriatric Mental Health, she contributes to psychology student training, clinical education, case discussions, psychiatric assessment, and mental health awareness initiatives. Her work supports an evidence-based, interdisciplinary, and patient-centred approach to mental healthcare.

Yuvashree R. — Junior Psychologist

Yuvashree R. serves as a Junior Psychologist at Stoic Anchor Association, supporting the team in providing compassionate and client-centred psychological care. She contributes to psychological support, client interaction, assessments, case documentation, and mental health initiatives, while developing her professional skills through supervised learning and practical experience.

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Manisha - Clinical Psychologist (RCI)

Manisha serves as a Clinical Psychologist at Stoic Anchor Association, bringing professional expertise in psychological assessment, therapeutic support, and mental health care. As an RCI-registered professional, she contributes to client-centred psychological services, mental health awareness, and the Association’s commitment to accessible and evidence-based care.

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Aasiya Almas - Counselling & Child Psychologist

Aasiya Almas serves as a Counselling and Child Psychologist at Stoic Anchor Association, supporting children, adolescents, and individuals through age-appropriate psychological care. She contributes to emotional well-being, behavioural support, counselling, and child-focused interventions, creating a safe and supportive environment that encourages healthy development and confidence.

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Shahidha Parveen M.S. - Islamic Psychologist

Shahida Parveen M.S. serves as an Islamic Psychologist at Stoic Anchor Association, integrating psychological understanding with Islamic principles and faith-based guidance. She supports individuals through compassionate counselling, emotional well-being, and personal development while maintaining a respectful, ethical, and culturally sensitive approach.

Yusra Abdul Rehman - Mental Health Counselor

Yusra Abdul Rehman serves as a Mental Health Counsellor at Stoic Anchor Association, providing compassionate and client-centred support for individuals navigating emotional, personal, and psychological challenges. She contributes to counselling, mental health awareness, psychoeducation, and community initiatives, with a focus on creating a safe, respectful, and supportive space for every individual.

Jemima Shirley — Learning Disability Specialist

Jemima Shirley serves as a Learning Disability Specialist at Stoic Anchor Association, supporting individuals with diverse learning needs through personalised educational strategies and interventions. She focuses on learning support, skill development, academic guidance, and inclusive education, helping individuals build confidence, independence, and their full learning potential.

Vidhya — Counselling Psychologist

Vidhya serves as a Counselling Psychologist at Stoic Anchor Association, providing compassionate and client-centred psychological support to individuals navigating emotional, personal, and mental health challenges. She contributes to counselling, emotional well-being, psychoeducation, and mental health awareness, while creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for every client.

Thamayandhi .R - Journalist

Thamayandhi R. serves as a Journalist at Stoic Anchor Association, contributing to the Association’s communication, storytelling, and public awareness initiatives. She focuses on research, interviews, content development, and reporting, helping bring attention to mental health, social issues, community initiatives, and the Association’s work.

Rajita - Mu'allim Lughah Arabiyah (Arabic Language Teacher)

Rajita serves as the Arabic Language Teacher at Stoic Anchor Association, supporting students in developing their Arabic reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and communication skills. As a native Arabic speaker, she brings a strong understanding of the language and helps learners build confidence through structured, engaging, and practical Arabic education.

Zuha Fathima V.P. - Academic Faculty

Zuha Fathima V.P. serves as an Academic Faculty Member at Stoic Anchor Association, teaching English, Mathematics, and various Science subjects. She supports students through structured, engaging, and accessible learning while helping strengthen their academic foundations, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and overall confidence.