About Us
Where Healing Meets Expression
At Mind Brain Solutions, we believe that mental health is not just about addressing problems—it’s about nurturing potential, restoring clarity, and enabling deeper emotional connection. Founded on the principles of compassion, creativity, and clinical excellence, Mind Brain Solutions is a multi-disciplinary therapeutic practice based in Pune.
Our work spans across children, adolescents, and adults—supporting individuals as they navigate life’s complexities, transitions, and inner conflicts. Whether it’s anxiety, identity issues, childhood behavioural concerns, relationship struggles, or workplace stress, we bring a nuanced and integrated approach to healing.
Our Story:
Mind Brain Solutions was born from a shared vision—making mental health support accessible, child-sensitive, and family-inclusive. Our journey began with a focus on emotional wellness for children and adolescents, and over time, expanded into adult therapy, school psychology, creative interventions, and specialized assessments.
Our Philosophy:
We believe that emotional health is foundational to personal growth. With a team of trained professionals, we deliver empathetic and research-driven therapy customized for each individual. Every session is a step toward healing, empowerment, and clarity.
What We Offer:
1. Individual Therapy
Personalised sessions tailored to each individual’s emotional, psychological, and developmental needs, using approaches such as CBT, expressive arts therapy, mindfulness, and client-centred psychotherapy.
2. Psychological Assessments
Comprehensive assessments for children and adults, including cognitive testing, behavioural analysis, and developmental profiling, to aid in diagnosis and intervention planning.
3. Play Therapy & Sand Tray Therapy
Developmentally appropriate and non-verbal therapeutic tools that help children and adults alike explore emotions, build resilience, and process trauma in a safe and symbolic manner.
4. Expressive Arts Therapy
We integrate creative forms like drawing, movement, storytelling, and drama to facilitate emotional exploration and self-expression—especially for those who find words limiting.
5. Parenting Consultations
From handling tantrums to understanding developmental concerns, we empower parents with insights and strategies rooted in psychological science and empathy.
6. School-Based Interventions
In partnership with schools, we offer behavioural consultations, teacher training, classroom observations, and intervention planning for students needing extra support.
7. Career Guidance & Adolescents Support
Helping teens make informed career decisions based on aptitude, interest, and personality—while also supporting their emotional wellness during a key transitional phase.
8. Group Therapy
Our group therapy sessions are a transformative space where children, teens, and adults can connect, share, and grow together. Led by experienced therapists, these groups are tailored to age and need—using activities, discussions, and creative tools to foster confidence, self-awareness, and emotional regulation. Whether it’s a child learning to name big feelings or a teen exploring identity in a supportive circle, group therapy reinforces that no one is alone on their journey.
9. Corporate Mental Health Programmes
MBS partners with organizations to create psychologically safe workplaces. We offer tailored solutions such as stress management workshops, mental health trainings, and confidential counselling services for employees. By investing in employee well-being, we help businesses lower burnout, improve morale, and build emotionally intelligent leadership across the board.
10. Internships & Training
We support the next generation of mental health professionals through supervised internships, hands-on training in therapeutic modalities, and skill development workshops.
What Sets Us Apart:
Evidence-based, age-specific therapy models
Integration of play, creativity, and structured assessments
Deep experience in school psychology and learning support
Compassionate therapists who listen and connect
Long-term engagement programs for deep developmental needs
Holistic care that blends science, creativity, and empathy
Safe, inclusive, non-judgmental space
Programs designed to be engaging, hands-on, and age-appropriate
Meet Our Team
Dr. Sanyogita Nadkarni
MBBS, MRCPsych (UK)
Consultant Psychiatrist | Founder – Mind Brain Solutions, Pune
Dr. Sanyogita Nadkarni is a highly respected Consultant Psychiatrist with over two decades of clinical experience across India and the United Kingdom. As the founder and team leader at Mind Brain Solutions (MBS), Pune, she has been at the forefront of promoting mental wellness with a special emphasis on child and adolescent mental health.
Her early career was shaped by 12 enriching years at prestigious NHS hospitals in the UK—including Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, St Lawrence’s Hospital (Cornwall), Stirling Royal Infirmary, and Hairmyres Hospital (Glasgow). This global exposure helped her develop a comprehensive and holistic approach to psychiatry rooted in the biopsychosocial model.
Upon returning to India, Dr. Nadkarni worked at Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai, and was also a faculty member at the Maharashtra Institute of Mental Health. She has actively contributed to capacity-building in pediatric psychology by launching a pioneering online certificate training programme for paediatricians, as well as organizing numerous national and international workshops for healthcare professionals.
Her commitment to education led her to establish BSc and MSc programmes in Psychological Health & Behavioural Sciences under Mumbai University in 2017—initiatives that continue to empower students and mental health practitioners across the country.
At MBS, she leads a passionate team delivering evidence-based, empathetic care and running impactful training programs for parents, teachers, and psychologists. Her mission is to destigmatize mental health, raise awareness at the grassroots level, and equip professionals with the tools to support young minds.
Dr. Nadkarni strongly believes that mental well-being is the cornerstone of personal growth and societal balance. She continues to advocate for integrating emotional intelligence and psychological resilience into everyday life.
Mrs. Anupama Ganu
Senior Play & Filial Therapist – Mind Brain Solutions, Pune
Anupama Ganu is a pioneer in the field of Play Therapy in India, with over two decades of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. She has been a passionate advocate for the therapeutic power of play and has played a pivotal role in shaping the field nationally.
She has published extensively on Play Therapy, raising public awareness through:
“Jokes Apart” – The Telegraph, Calcutta (Sept 2009)
“Palakatwachi Agnipariksha” – Palakniti, Pune (Oct–Nov 2007)
Article in Mazi Vahini (June 2008)
Interview in Maharashtra Times (Sept 2014) – Importance of Play Therapy
Chapter contributor to Our Career Diaries – Play Therapy as a Career
As Project Director for a Hospital-Based Play Therapy Programme at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune, she developed therapeutic care systems for chronically ill children. She also conceptualized India’s first intensive Play Therapy training, making structured, skills-based training available to emerging mental health professionals.
Anupama works across clinical and community settings—including hospitals, NGOs, adoption centers, and schools. Her expertise spans individual therapy, filial therapy for parents, and group sessions focused on emotional resilience, behavioral issues, and self-expression. Her therapeutic model integrates empathy, creativity, and structure, tailored to the developmental needs of each child.
She continues to conduct workshops, mentor professionals, and promote child-centered mental health care throughout India.
Education
MSc in Human Development – Bombay University (Gold Medalist, 1991)
Evaluated as equivalent to MS in Child Development by the International Education Research Foundation (USA)BSc in Child Development – Bombay University, 1989
Diploma in Family Counseling – Lakeview Community College, Minnesota, USA, 1996
Certified Play Therapist – Centre for Human Growth & Development, Pune, 2006
Level 2 CPD Certificate in Play Therapy Skills – Borders Connect, UK, 2016
The Strength Behind Mind Brain Solutions
At Mind Brain Solutions, our collective strength lies in our diverse and dedicated team of professionals who bring empathy, expertise, and innovation to every session.
Our core team comprises:
3 Clinical Psychologists with specialized training in therapeutic modalities such as Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Expressive Arts Therapy, and Person-Centered Approaches.
2 Counselling Psychologists who deliver a compassionate blend of traditional and creative therapies to support mental and emotional well-being.
A dedicated group of therapy facilitators and wellness educators who assist in running workshops, assessments, and expressive sessions.
Our professionals are proficient in working with a wide age spectrum—from early childhood through adulthood, and are fluent in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Marathi, and Gujarati, allowing for culturally nuanced and inclusive therapy experiences.
The team believes in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and empowering therapeutic environment. With a shared commitment to emotional well-being, we bridge science and compassion to walk alongside our clients on their unique healing journeys.
At Mind Brain Solutions, it’s not just about individual therapists—it’s about the synergy of a collaborative, evolving team devoted to your growth, clarity, and transformation.
Happiness Rate
Our clients report feeling significantly happier, more energized, and emotionally balanced after completing their therapy journeys with us.
Improved Emotional Resilience
Most individuals working with us develop stronger coping skills, better manage stress, and report greater confidence in facing life’s challenges.
Therapeutic Satisfaction
From children to adults, our clients felt deeply heard, respected, and supported throughout their sessions—building trust and lasting change.