Shemida Rayan

Shemida Rayan has a diverse work experience in the field of psychotherapy and counseling. Shemida started their career at The Kids Company in Chennai as a Special Education Teacher, where they provided counseling to parents of special children and conducted workshops on ADHD and dyslexia. Shemida then worked at Watford Christian Counseling Services as a Counsellor for four years. Following that, they worked at casa vida/IFH as a Counsellor, Trainer, and Copywriter in Southeast Asia.

In 2014, Shemida joined Rescue Their as a Consultant Psychotherapist and Copywriter, and later moved on to Plusprep Education as a Behavior Management Consultant and Trainer. Shemida worked at Plusprep Education for almost four years before transitioning to MindPeers as a Psychotherapist. Currently, they are a Consultant Psychotherapist at MindFi (YC S21) and also runs their own private practice, The Yellow Soul, where they serve as a Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor.

Throughout their career, Shemida has gained experience in various roles, including counseling individuals, conducting workshops, and providing clinical supervision. Shemida has a strong passion for helping others manage their emotional and mental health.

Shemida Rayan obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Psychology from Women's Christian College Chennai, where they studied from 2004 to 2007. Following this, they pursued a Bachelor's degree in Counseling at Middlesex University from 2008 to 2011. Shemida then attended Middlesex University again from 2011 to 2012, completing a Master's degree in Psychotherapy. Additionally, Shemida has obtained certifications as a Licensed Psychotherapist, International Member from the American Psychological Association, and in The Common Elements Treatment Approach (CETA) from Johns Hopkins Hospital.