Empowering Minds | Fostering Resilience | Building a Supportive Community
At SVKM’s NMIMS, Shirpur Campus, we believe that emotional and mental well-being is integral to holistic education. The Counselling & Well-being Section offers a confidential and inclusive space where students can receive professional support to overcome challenges, build inner strength, and thrive during their academic journey.
At NMIMS, we understand that student life comes with its own set of challenges — from academic pressure to emotional adjustment. Our in-house campus counsellor plays a vital role in supporting the mental well-being of students across all programs.
With a compassionate and confidential approach, the counsellor provides one-on-one sessions, group workshops, and guidance tailored to individual needs. Students are encouraged to reach out for help, whether it’s to talk through a personal concern, develop coping strategies, or simply find a non-judgmental space to be heard.
The counsellor works closely with faculty and student bodies to build a campus culture rooted in empathy, balance, and psychological resilience.
|
Our Vision & Mission To cultivate a supportive and emotionally healthy campus community that enables students to flourish personally, academically, and socially. – To provide professional counselling services to address emotional, psychological, academic, and interpersonal challenges. – To increase awareness of mental health and reduce associated stigma through preventive and promotional activities. – To empower students with life skills, coping strategies, and emotional intelligence. |
Objectives – To support students in managing stress, anxiety, low mood, and adjustment issues. – To offer a confidential and safe environment for students to express their concerns. – To help students enhance self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience. – To promote healthy peer relationships and communication skills. – To educate and sensitize the campus community about mental health and well-being. – To facilitate early identification and intervention for students in emotional distress. |
Terms & Policies
Voluntary Participation: Counselling is offered on a voluntary basis. Students may discontinue at any point.
Confidentiality: All sessions are confidential. No information will be shared without student consent, except in cases involving risk of harm to self or others, or as required by institutional or legal obligation.
Non-discrimination: Services are offered without discrimination based on gender, caste, religion, nationality, physical/mental ability, or sexual orientation.
Professional Standards: Sessions are conducted by qualified mental health professionals adhering to ethical guidelines and best practices in counselling.
Free of Cost: All services provided through the Counselling Cell are free for registered students of NMIMS Shirpur.
Confidentiality Policy: Strict confidentiality is maintained in all cases, with records stored securely and accessible only to the counsellor. Exceptions apply when there is a perceived risk to life or safety.
Appointment Policy: Students are encouraged to book appointments via email or in person to avoid scheduling conflicts. Walk-ins are permitted based on availability.
Code of Conduct: Students are expected to respect the time, space, and decorum of counselling services. Misuse or inappropriate behaviour may lead to discontinuation of services.
“Your mental health is a priority. Your inner peace is essential. Your self-care is a necessity.”
📍 Location: C-Wing, Ground Floor.
📧 Email: Kiran.akasapu@nmims.edu
📞 Phone: 9440783887
Ext.: 131338
🕒 Timings: Monday – Saturday | 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
“It’s okay to not be okay. Asking for help is a courageous first step.”
We are here to support you.
