Community Advocacy & Public Speaking
My work as a counselor and facilitator is driven by a commitment to fostering healthier families and breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. Through a blend of public advocacy and
specialized training, I address the most vital aspects of human connection and protection.
I believe that mental health awareness should be accessible to everyone. My public outreach includes:
Media Engagement
Featured on Radio Chaska Gwalior,
where I addressed the critical need
or counseling and worked to dismantle common myths that prevent individuals from seeking support.
Institutionsal Sessions
I had the privilege of addressing the wives of army personnels st72 INF BDE in Gwalior on the sensitive and vital subject of Child Abuse, focusing on awareness, prevention, and the protective role of the family unit.
Growth & Connection
From mastering the importance of counseling for young adults to cultivating fulfilling relationships, these workshops provide the tools for personal and interpersonal flourishing.
Health & Advocacy
My deeper work examines the impact of domestic violence and the effects of abusive parental relationships on children, providing a path toward healing for women and families.
Specialised Workshops & Webinars
My sessions are designed to provide actionable insights for individuals and parents at various stages of life.
Parenting & Child Development
I facilitate webinars on Emotion-Focused and Mindful Parenting, helping caregivers build lasting emotional intelligence and resilience in their children.
Convocation : Master of Sciene (Counselling & Family Therapy) from Indira Gandhi National Open University, Bhopal
National Webinar, Child Conservation Foundation & Rashtriya Sewa Bharti (Subject: Domestic Violence Act and Impact of Domestic Violence on Children.)
Need for Counselling and Myths About Counselling : Radio Chaska, Gwalior
An Awareness Generation Program about Child Abuse at 72 INF BDF Gwalior
Counselling of elderly at rural areas of Sagar district
International Women's Day Event at Bhoj Open University, Bhopal
Diagnostic Medical Camp at Village Kalkheda Block Panda, Bhopal
A counselling session at Govt Engineering College, Vidisha, MP
Celebration of World Autism Day with fellow counsellors
Creating a safe, supportive space for healing, growth, and emotional well-being.
DR. SMRITI SHRIVASTAVA
Dr. Smriti Shrivastava is a highly qualified counsellor and social worker with over 25 years of dedicated professional experience serving individuals, families, and communities across Madhya Pradesh. Her practice is distinguished by a rare and powerful combination: the rigour of advanced academic training, the breadth of long-standing clinical experience, and a genuine, deeply held commitment to the well-being of those she serves.
Dr. Shrivastava brings to every session not only the depth of her qualifications, but the wisdom of over two decades spent walking alongside people through some of life's most challenging moments.
My Journey
PhD, MSc, MCA | UGC NET Qualified | Counsellor & Social Worker
Academic & Professional Qualifications
Dr. Shrivastava holds a PhD in Social Work from Rani Durgatwati Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh alongside a Master of Science and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Family Therapy from the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. She is also a UGC NET qualified scholar (2012) and holds a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) from MMMEC Gorakhpur — a technical foundation that informs her analytical and systematic approach to therapeutic work.
Her specialist training in Acceptance and Commitment
Therapy (ACT) underpins her clinical practice, offering clients an evidence-based, values-driven framework for navigating life's challenges and cultivating meaningful, lasting change.
Clinical Focus
For the past decade, Dr. Shrivastava's clinical work has centred on empowering some of society's most vulnerable populations — women, children, families, and the elderly. Her approach is rooted in compassion, cultural sensitivity, and a firm belief in every individual's capacity for growth and healing.
Academic Contributions
Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Shrivastava has made significant contributions to the academic field of social work and counselling. She has served as an Assistant Professor at Katni Arts and Commerce College and as Guest Faculty at Government Arts and Commerce College, Sagar, and Madhya Pradesh Bhoj Open University (MPBOU), Bhopal — bringing her real-world expertise into the classroom and helping shape the next generation of practitioners.
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