In a world that moves fast and demands constant action, we often forget how to simply be. At Being Minds Wellness Hub, we help individuals reconnect with the present moment, find emotional balance, and navigate life’s challenges with clarity and compassion. Grounded in evidence-based psychotherapies, we support you in finding harmony between doing and being, so you can live with greater awareness, resilience, and peace.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, stress, relationships, or personal and professional growth, we’re here to walk alongside you, one mindful moment at a time.
In quiet rooms where healing grows,
A gentle light of caring glows.
At Being Minds, each voice is heard,
Each silent cry, each hopeful word.
They walk beside you through the haze,
Through tangled thoughts and shadowed days.
With patient hearts and open ears,
They help unearth the buried fears.
Not just to mend, but help you find
The strength within your own brave mind.
For every soul deserves the space
To heal, to rise, to find their place.
So here’s to hope, where calm begins—
The guiding hands at Being Minds.
– Shilpa Toro
To be a trusted and compassionate sanctuary that empowers individuals to achieve emotional well-being, personal growth, and a fulfilling life through accessible, holistic, and client-centred counselling services.
Our mission is to support the mental, emotional, and psychological health of individuals, couples, and families by providing confidential, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive counselling services. We are committed to fostering resilience, enhancing self-awareness, and guiding clients toward meaningful and lasting change in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
Founder & Director, Being Minds Wellness HubMSc | MPH | PGD Child & Family Counselling | PGD Nutrition & Dietetics | PhD (Pursuing)
Shilpa Toro is a dedicated mental health professional, researcher, public health expert, and the visionary Founder and Director of Being Minds Wellness Hub. With over 26 years of experience in mental health counselling, education, and public health, she blends scientific knowledge with compassionate care to support individuals across the lifespan with empathy, clarity, and resilience.
She holds a Master’s in Public Health (MPH) from the Royal Tropical Institute (KIT), Amsterdam, The Netherlands. She has been awarded the prestigious Nuffic Fellowship from the Netherlands Government to pursue this professional degree course. Her academic background is enriched by postgraduate diplomas in Child and Family Counselling and Nutrition and Dietetics, and she is currently pursuing her PhD, continuing her commitment to lifelong learning and professional excellence.
Shilpa’s turning point came during a study visit to the World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2003, where the global mental health crisis inspired her to champion accessible counselling services for individuals of all ages and genders. This passion became the foundation for her work at Being Minds Wellness Hub.
Shilpa takes a comprehensive, life-cycle approach to mental and emotional wellness. She integrates her expertise in public health, child development, family dynamics, and nutrition to support individuals across different life stages. Her counselling services include:
Beyond individual therapy, Shilpa is known for her dynamic and interactive workshops and awareness sessions. These focus on study strategies, life skills, emotional intelligence, gender and sexuality, women’s health, mindfulness, and psychological wellness.
Shilpa has worked extensively with Schools, NGOs, and educational boards such as the SSC Board, offering psychological counselling and student support services. She is also a Visiting Faculty and Research Supervisor at the Department of Communication and Media, SNDT University, Pune, where she mentors and guides students in the field of psychosocial health studies. She is a Life member of the Maharashtra Association of Anthropological Sciences (MAAS), Pune.
Shilpa holds several internationally and nationally recognised certifications:
These certifications reflect her deep commitment to staying updated with evidence-based practices and broadening her therapeutic skills.
REBT, CBT, mindfulness-based therapy, Eclectic Approach
English, Hindi, Marathi
Shilpa is recognised not only for her clinical expertise but also for her strategic and organisational strengths. She is a:
Outside the therapy room, Shilpa is an active mental health advocate and participates in community outreach initiatives. She regularly conducts awareness programs, professional development workshops, and counselling drives in collaboration with NGOs and schools.
“At Being Minds Wellness Hub, we believe every individual deserves a safe, non-judgmental space to heal, grow, and thrive. My mission is to empower people with the tools, insights, and emotional resilience they need to lead fulfilling and productive lives. Mental health is not a luxury—it’s a basic right, and it’s time we treat it as such.”
At Being Minds, we offer a range of personalised mental health services designed to support your emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, and help you navigate life’s challenges. Our therapists provide compassionate, confidential care in a safe and supportive environment.
Personalised support for personal growth and healing.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or simply feeling overwhelmed, individual therapy gives you a dedicated space to explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we'll work to identify patterns, build coping strategies, and set meaningful goals for your mental health.
Common concerns we address:
Strengthen your relationship and reconnect.
Relationships can be challenging, but you don’t have to navigate difficulties alone. Couples therapy provides a space to improve communication, resolve conflict, and rebuild trust. Whether you're dating, married, or separated, we help partners grow together with empathy and mutual understanding.
We help with:
Fostering healthier family dynamics.
Families are complex systems, and sometimes a little guidance can go a long way. Family therapy helps improve communication, strengthen relationships, and address patterns that may be causing conflict or distress. We work with families of all types and sizes.
Support areas include:
Support for young minds navigating growth and change.
Children and teens face unique emotional challenges. Our therapists create a safe and engaging environment where young clients can express themselves, build confidence, and learn healthy coping tools. We use age-appropriate techniques such as play therapy, CBT, and creative expression.
Common areas of support:
Healing through shared experience.
Group therapy offers connection, community, and mutual support. Led by an experienced therapist, our small-group sessions focus on shared topics and allow participants to learn from each other’s experiences in a respectful, structured setting.
Topics may include:
Convenient, secure therapy—anywhere you are.
We offer virtual therapy sessions for individuals and couples who prefer the comfort of their home or are unable to visit in person. Our secure telehealth platform ensures privacy and ease of access while maintaining the same high-quality care.
Build a strong foundation for your relationship.
Premarital counselling helps couples prepare for marriage by improving communication, identifying potential areas of conflict, and setting mutual expectations for the future. Whether you’re in an arranged or love marriage, we help you navigate emotional readiness, values, and practical challenges before taking the next step.
Areas we explore:
Recommended for:
Engaged couples, newly committed partners, or families seeking support for their children’s upcoming marriage.
Discover your strengths and make informed career choices.
Choosing the right career path can feel overwhelming—especially for students, fresh graduates, or professionals considering a shift. Our structured career counselling process combines psychometric assessments, one-on-one guidance, and real-world insight to help individuals align their interests and abilities with future opportunities.
Services include:
Who is it for?
Caring for mental wellness across life stages.
Women face unique emotional and psychological challenges through various stages of life. We offer safe, supportive, and stigma-free counselling tailored to women’s needs, including hormonal transitions, reproductive health, motherhood, and more.
Support during pregnancy—emotionally and mentally.
Pregnancy can bring joy, but also fear, anxiety, or mood changes. We provide mental health care for expectant mothers, helping them cope with physical changes, emotional concerns, relationship stress, and preparation for parenthood.
Focus areas:
Compassionate care after childbirth.
Postpartum depression and emotional overwhelm are more common than many realise. We offer support to new mothers adjusting to life with a baby, identity changes, physical recovery, and sleep deprivation.
We address:
Supporting well-being through hormonal transitions.
Menopause can impact emotional health, relationships, and self-esteem. Our counselling helps women navigate this phase with resilience and clarity.
We work through:
Bach Flower Therapy is a gentle, natural healing method that uses flower essences to help balance emotions and support mental and emotional well-being. This therapy is ideal for those experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional blockages, grief, or life transitions.
At our centre, we begin with a thorough emotional assessment to understand your unique emotional challenges and needs. Based on this, we create personalised Bach Flower remedy blends tailored specifically for you. These natural remedies work subtly to restore emotional harmony, reduce negative feelings, and promote mental clarity and resilience.
Bach Flower Therapy complements conventional counselling and can be used alongside other therapies for a holistic approach to mental health. It is safe, non-invasive, and suitable for all ages.
By incorporating Bach Flower Therapy into your healing journey, you can experience improved emotional balance, greater self-awareness, and enhanced inner peace.
Nurturing healthy habits for a healthy future.
Nutrition plays a crucial role in the physical growth, mental development, emotional regulation, and immunity of children and teenagers. At Being Minds, we offer personalised diet and nutrition counselling for school-going children and adolescent girls, addressing their unique developmental needs.
Our expert team work together to build sustainable and child-friendly nutrition plans, while also supporting healthy body image and mindful eating practices.
Children in their early school years are in a key stage of cognitive and physical development. Balanced nutrition helps boost concentration, learning capacity, energy levels, and immunity.
Key focus areas:
Adolescence brings hormonal, emotional, and physical changes that require special nutritional care, especially for girls, who may face challenges related to menstruation, body image, or nutritional deficiencies.
Our counselling covers:
Because eating habits are closely tied to emotional and behavioural patterns, we offer holistic care that may include:
At Being Minds, we partner with businesses and organisations to support the mental well-being of their teams. With rising workplace stress, burnout, and mental health challenges, proactive support is no longer optional—it’s essential. We provide tailored, professional services to help your workforce thrive.
Confidential, one-on-one support for employees.
Our therapists offer individual counselling for team members experiencing stress, anxiety, burnout, grief, or other challenges that may impact their performance or well-being. Sessions can be offered on-site or virtually, depending on your needs.
Common topics include:
Support for those who lead others.
Effective leaders must manage both performance and people. We offer coaching for managers and executives to strengthen leadership skills, navigate conflict, support team mental health, and build emotionally intelligent workplaces.
Areas of focus:
Interactive education for a healthier workplace.
Our therapists facilitate engaging workshops designed to educate and empower teams. These sessions can be customized for your industry and team dynamics, and delivered in-person or virtually.
Popular topics:
Embed mental health into your culture.
We help organisations build comprehensive mental wellness strategies that align with HR goals and employee needs. Whether you’re starting a wellness program or enhancing an existing one, our team can provide expert guidance and support.
We assist with:
Flexible support for distributed or hybrid workforces.
We offer secure, remote therapy sessions for employees working from home or in the field. Our online platform makes mental health care accessible, no matter where your team is located.
Investing in your team’s mental health leads to higher engagement, lower absenteeism, and a more resilient, productive workforce. Contact us today to learn more about our corporate packages and customised solutions.
Whether you’re starting a new chapter or navigating a major life change, our therapists are trained to guide you with empathy, expertise, and respect. All services are available in-person and online, in English, Marathi, and Hindi.
👉 [Book a Session] or [Contact Us] to learn more.
(समुपदेशन म्हणजे काय आणि ते उपयुक्त कसे आहे?)
Counselling is a confidential and supportive process where individuals can explore emotional, psychological, or relational concerns with a trained professional. It helps individuals gain insight into their emotions, develop healthy coping mechanisms, improve relationships, and enhance overall well-being. (समुपदेशन ही एक गोपनीय आणि आधार देणारी प्रक्रिया आहे, जिथे व्यक्ती प्रशिक्षित व्यावसायिकाच्या मदतीने त्यांच्या भावनिक, मानसिक किंवा संबंधात्मक अडचणींचा सखोल शोध घेऊ शकतात. या प्रक्रियेमुळे व्यक्ती स्वतःच्या भावना समजून घेऊ शकतात, आरोग्यदायी प्रतिसाद तंत्रे विकसित करू शकतात, नातेसंबंध सुधारू शकतात आणि एकूणच मानसिक स्वास्थ्य वृद्धिंगत करू शकतात.)
(मला समुपदेशनाची गरज आहे की नाही, हे मला कसे कळेल?)
If you're feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, unable to manage daily responsibilities, or simply seeking clarity and support, counselling may help. It offers a structured space to process your experiences with guidance. (जर तुम्हाला खूप ताण जाणवत असेल, भावनिकदृष्ट्या अडकल्यासारखे वाटत असेल, दैनंदिन जबाबदाऱ्या निभावणे कठीण जात असेल, किंवा फक्त स्पष्टता आणि आधार हवा असेल, तर समुपदेशन उपयुक्त ठरू शकते. हे तुमच्या अनुभवांचे मार्गदर्शनासह सुसंघटित पद्धतीने विश्लेषण करण्यासाठी एक सुरक्षित आणि रचनात्मक जागा प्रदान करते.)
(समुपदेशक काय करतो?)
A counsellor provides a safe, non-judgmental environment to discuss your concerns. They help identify emotional patterns, set goals, and build effective coping strategies. (समुपदेशक एक सुरक्षित आणि पूर्वग्रहमुक्त वातावरण प्रदान करतो, जिथे आपण आपले विचार आणि चिंता मोकळेपणाने व्यक्त करू शकता. ते आपले भावनिक पॅटर्न ओळखण्यास, उद्दिष्टे ठरवण्यास आणि प्रभावी सामोरे जाण्याच्या युक्त्या विकसित करण्यात मदत करतात.)
(समुपदेशक आणि मानसोपचारतज्ज्ञ यामध्ये काय फरक आहे?)
A counsellor offers talk therapy and emotional support. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Both may work together in integrated care. (समुपदेशक संवादात्मक थेरपी (talk therapy) आणि भावनिक आधार प्रदान करतो. मानसोपचारतज्ज्ञ हा एक वैद्यकीय डॉक्टर असतो जो मानसिक आरोग्याच्या समस्यांचे निदान करू शकतो आणि औषधे लिहून देऊ शकतो. अनेक वेळा समुपदेशक आणि मानसोपचारतज्ज्ञ एकत्रितपणे समन्वित उपचार पद्धतीने काम करतात.)
(मी अपॉइंटमेंट कशी बुक करू?)
You can book through our website, phone, or email. Walk-ins are subject to availability.
(आपण आमच्या वेबसाइटवरून, फोनवरून किंवा ईमेलद्वारे अपॉइंटमेंट बुक करू शकता.)
(पहिल्या समुपदेशन सत्रात काय अपेक्षित असते?)
The first session (1–2 hours) explores your concerns, personal background, and therapy goals. It builds the foundation for ongoing work. (पहिले सत्र (१ ते २ तासांचे) तुमच्या चिंता, वैयक्तिक पार्श्वभूमी आणि समुपदेशनाच्या उद्दिष्टांचा आढावा घेते. हे पुढील सत्रांसाठी एक मजबूत पाया घालते.)
(पुढील सत्रांमध्ये काय होते?)
Each session (60–90 minutes) involves a deeper exploration of your emotional experiences, behaviour patterns, and skill-building for better mental health. (प्रत्येक सत्र (६० ते ९० मिनिटांचे) तुमच्या भावनिक अनुभवांचा, वर्तन पद्धतींचा सखोल आढावा घेतो आणि मानसिक आरोग्य सुधारण्यासाठी आवश्यक कौशल्ये विकसित करण्यावर भर देतो.)
(मला समुपदेशन सत्र किती वेळा घ्यावी लागेल?)
Frequency depends on your needs. Most start with weekly sessions and reduce frequency as progress is made. (सत्रांची वारंवारता तुमच्या गरजांवर अवलंबून असते. बहुतांश लोक सुरुवातीला साप्ताहिक सत्रांसह सुरुवात करतात आणि प्रगती होत गेल्यास सत्रांची वारंवारता कमी केली जाते.)
(मला समुपदेशन किती काळ घ्यावे लागेल?)
It varies. Some goals may be met in a few sessions, while others may take longer. Therapy ends when goals are achieved or you're confident managing independently. ( हे व्यक्तीनुसार बदलते. काही उद्दिष्टे काही सत्रांमध्ये पूर्ण होऊ शकतात, तर काहींसाठी अधिक वेळ लागू शकतो. समुपदेशनाची समाप्ती तेव्हा होते जेव्हा उद्दिष्टे पूर्ण होतात किंवा तुम्ही स्वयंपूर्णपणे परिस्थिती हाताळण्यास सक्षम होता.)
(मी समुपदेशकाशी कोणत्या प्रकारच्या समस्या बोलू शकतो/शकते?)
You can talk about: Stress & anxiety, Depression, Grief & loss, Relationship/family issues, Self-esteem & identity, Career/academic stress, Personal growth, chronic health issues and their impact on your mental well-being, Life transitions etc. (तुम्ही खालील विषयांवर समुपदेशकाशी बोलू शकता:
तणाव आणि चिंता, नैराश्य, शोक आणि गमावलेले नाते, नातेसंबंध / कौटुंबिक समस्या, आत्मसन्मान आणि ओळख, करिअर / शैक्षणिक तणाव, वैयक्तिक विकास, दीर्घकालीन आरोग्य समस्या आणि त्यांचा मानसिक आरोग्यावर होणारा परिणाम, जीवनातील मोठे बदल (life transitions) इत्यादी.)
(तुम्ही कोणत्या प्रकारचे समुपदेशन देता?)
We provide individual counselling, couples therapy, family counselling, child & adolescent therapy, group therapy, and corporate wellness services.
(आम्ही वैयक्तिक समुपदेशन, जोडप्यांचे समुपदेशन, कुटुंब समुपदेशन, मुलांसाठी व किशोरांसाठी समुपदेशन, गट समुपदेशन आणि कॉर्पोरेट मानसिक आरोग्य सेवा देतो.)
(तुम्ही बाख फ्लॉवर थेरपी देता का?)
Yes. Our customised Bach Flower Therapy helps balance your emotions and promotes mental well-being. After a detailed emotional assessment, we create personalised flower remedy blends to support healing from stress, anxiety, emotional blockages, and life challenges. This gentle, natural therapy complements traditional counselling and empowers you to regain inner harmony. (होय. आमची वैयक्तिकृत बाख फ्लॉवर थेरपी तुमच्या भावनांना संतुलित करण्यात आणि मानसिक आरोग्य वृद्धिंगत करण्यात मदत करते. सविस्तर भावनिक मूल्यांकनानंतर, आम्ही तुमच्यासाठी खास तयार केलेली फ्लॉवर उपचार मिश्रणे बनवतो, जी तणाव, चिंता, भावनिक अडथळे आणि जीवनातील आव्हानांपासून बरे होण्यास मदत करतात. ही सौम्य, नैसर्गिक थेरपी पारंपरिक समुपदेशनास पूरक आहे आणि तुम्हाला अंतर्मनातील समतोल पुनर्स्थापित करण्याचा सामर्थ्य देते.)
(जोडप्यांसाठी समुपदेशन उपयुक्त ठरते का?)
Yes. It helps improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships in a safe, neutral space. (होय. हे सुरक्षित आणि तटस्थ वातावरणात संवाद सुधारण्यासाठी, मतभेद मिटवण्यासाठी आणि नातेसंबंध दृढ करण्यासाठी मदत करते.)
(करिअरशी संबंधित तणावासाठी समुपदेशन उपयोगी आहे का?)
Absolutely. Counsellors help with job stress, decision-making, work-life balance, and career transitions. (नक्कीच. समुपदेशक कामाचा तणाव, निर्णय घेणे, काम आणि जीवन यातील समतोल राखणे, आणि करिअर बदल यामध्ये मदत करतात.)
(समुपदेशन गोपनीय असते का?)
Yes. Your personal information is protected and not shared without your consent. (होय. तुमची वैयक्तिक माहिती सुरक्षित ठेवली जाते आणि तुमच्या संमतीशिवाय ती कोणासोबतही शेअर केली जात नाही.)
(भारतात समुपदेशन गोपनीय आहे का?)
Yes. As per the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, all therapy sessions are confidential. Exceptions apply only if there's immediate risk or legal obligation.
(होय. मानसिक आरोग्य कायदा, २०१७ नुसार, तुमची माहिती गोपनीय ठेवली जाते. अपवाद म्हणजे जबाबदारीची स्थिती किंवा कायद्यानुसार माहिती देणे आवश्यक असेल तेव्हा.)
(समुपदेशन औषधोपचारासोबत वापरले जाऊ शकते का?)
Yes. For clients who need medication, we coordinate with psychiatrists as part of a holistic care plan.
(तुमचे समुपदेशक पात्र आणि प्रशिक्षित आहेत का?)
Yes. All therapists are qualified mental health professionals trained in psychology or counselling.
(होय. आमचे सर्व समुपदेशक मानसशास्त्र किंवा समुपदेशनात प्रशिक्षित आहेत.)
(तुम्ही ऑनलाइन समुपदेशन देता का?)
Yes. We offer secure, private video counselling via telehealth platforms. Available across Maharashtra and India.
(होय. आम्ही व्हिडिओ कॉलच्या माध्यमातून सुरक्षित आणि गोपनीय ऑनलाइन समुपदेशन सेवा देतो.)
(तुमचे समुपदेशक कोणत्या भाषा बोलतात?)
Our therapists speak English, Marathi, and Hindi.
(आमचे समुपदेशक मराठी, हिंदी आणि इंग्रजी या भाषांमध्ये समुपदेशन देतात.)
(मानसिक आरोग्याच्या आपत्कालीन स्थितीत मी काय करावे?)
We are not a crisis centre. Please contact:
📞 Emergency: 112
📞 iCall Helpline: 9152987821
📞 Vandrevala Helpline: 1860 266 2345
📞 Tele-MANAS Toll-Free: 1800 891 4416
📞 Maharashtra Mental Health Helpline: 14416
(आपत्कालीन परिस्थितीत कृपया 112 किंवा वर दिलेल्या हेल्पलाइन नंबरवर संपर्क साधा.)
If you have further queries or need help starting your counselling journey, we’re here to assist you with warmth, professionalism, and care.
(आपल्याला अजून प्रश्न असल्यास, कृपया आमच्याशी संपर्क साधा. आम्ही आपली पूर्ण मदत करू.)
We thank you for choosing Being Minds Counselling Services. Our work is guided by a deep respect for the therapeutic process and your decision to begin or continue this journey. To ensure that our services are delivered effectively, ethically, and with care for both clients and clinicians, we kindly request that you review the following policies thoroughly. These policies are implemented uniformly and are intended to maintain clarity, professionalism, and mutual respect.
To ensure the smooth operation of services and uphold our commitment to each client, the following appointment-related policies are in place and will be applied without exception:
By proceeding with an appointment, you acknowledge and accept these terms.
Being Minds is committed to protecting your privacy under the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017. We maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and trust. All therapeutic conversations and client records are kept strictly confidential as per professional ethical standards and legal requirements.
Data Collection: Information is collected only with your consent and used solely for therapy and operational purposes.
Data Usage: data is used strictly to provide mental health services, manage bookings, maintain accurate client records and fulfil legal or regulatory obligations
Data Sharing: Never shared without consent. It may be shared within our internal team for administrative purposes with appropriate safeguards, or if there is a serious threat to your life or someone else’s, and if required by governing authorities.
Data Protection and confidentiality: All client records are stored securely. Information shared in therapy sessions is confidential. Digital records are stored on secure, encrypted systems. Therapists follow ethical standards set by Indian mental health boards and associations.
Welcome to Being Minds’ website. By using our site, you agree to comply with the following terms, governed under the laws of Maharashtra, India.
This website is for informational purposes only and does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Booking a session or consultation is required for professional engagement.
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Information on this site is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult a licensed professional for mental health Disorders.
We are not liable for any damages resulting from the use or misuse of content on this site.
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We may update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page and are effective immediately.